Purchasing Manager, Global Procurement Center

About the role

The Purchasing Manager leads global procurement teams to ensure supply continuity, meet inventory targets, and support manufacturing requirements in a regulated medical environment.

Key responsibilities

• Lead purchasing teams in executing strategic and tactical procurement activities.
• Monitor and improve KPIs such as supplier performance, PO execution, inventory health, and service levels.
• Facilitate operational reviews, provide updates on PO status, supply risks, and recovery plans.
• Drive cross‑functional improvement initiatives to close process gaps and increase efficiency.
• Partner with internal stakeholders to align purchasing priorities with business objectives.
• Manage supplier escalations and mitigate supply, inventory, and operational risks.
• Develop team capability through performance objectives, talent reviews, and development plans.
• Ensure compliance with quality and regulatory requirements and support audits.

Required profile

• Bachelor’s degree in Business, Supply Chain Management, Engineering, or related field.
• Minimum 8 years of experience in supply chain, purchasing, procurement, or manufacturing.
• At least 3 years leading people managers or purchasing teams.
• Professional proficiency in spoken and written English.
• Experience with ERP/MRP systems and advanced Microsoft Office suite.
• Knowledge of ISO 13485, ISO 9001, and related regulatory requirements.

Required skills

• ERP/MRP system proficiency
• Advanced Microsoft Excel, PowerPoint, Word
• Understanding of ISO 13485 and ISO 9001 standards