Procurement Lead – Initiatives and Compliance

Job Description:

  • Drive key procurement projects and compliance-related activities aligned with business goals and procurement reporting requirements
  • Develop and execute cross-functional project plans
  • Optimize processes and define standard work
  • Translate regulations into actionable procurement deliverables
  • Collect and document objective evidence of compliance
  • Translate business goals into procurement strategies and project plans
  • Collaborate with Engineering, Quality, Manufacturing, Regulatory, Finance, IT, suppliers, and customers
  • Contribute to the procurement technology roadmap and define system, tool, and digital workflow requirements
  • Support Make vs Buy and Source of Supply processes, including digital enablement and change management
  • Serve as the primary communication bridge across departments
  • Lead business and compliance requirements gathering and process design
  • Ensure projects comply with medical device regulations and company standards
  • Develop compliance procedures and processes
  • Define KPIs, success metrics, and project governance
  • Track progress and report outcomes to executive leadership

Requirements:

  • Bachelor’s degree
  • 7+ years of experience in procurement, supply chain, or project management roles
  • 3+ years of experience in procurement compliance
  • 1+ year(s) of experience in analytics, business intelligence, or a data-related role
  • Knowledge of FDA/GxP compliance and ISO standards relevant to medical device manufacturing
  • Experience with ERP and procurement systems (e.g., SAP, Coupa, Ariba)
  • Strong analytical and problem-solving abilities
  • Experience with analytical tools (Power BI, Tableau, etc.)
  • Lean manufacturing/six sigma training
  • Understanding of international sourcing and material compliance regulations
  • Exceptional communication, stakeholder management, and organizational skills
  • Experience with project management tools and methodologies (e.g., Agile, Waterfall, Smartsheet, MS Project)
  • Demonstrated ability to synthesize complex data into actionable strategies and decisions
  • Must be legally authorized to work in country of employment without sponsorship for employment visa status

Benefits:

  • Medical, Dental & Vision
  • Health Savings Accounts
  • Health Care & Dependent Care Flexible Spending Accounts
  • Disability Benefits
  • Life Insurance
  • Voluntary Benefits
  • Paid Absences
  • Retirement Benefits
  • Relocation Assistance may be authorized
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