OrthoPediatrics Specialty Bracing
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Base pay range $85,000.00/yr - $95,000.00/yr
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Job Summary We are seeking an experienced and detail-oriented Purchasing Manager to lead and manage the procurement operations for our multi-location manufacturing and clinical operations. The Purchasing Manager will be responsible for sourcing, negotiating, and purchasing raw materials, components, and services essential to our manufacturing and clinical processes. The purchasing manager will develop & mentor the team in Best-in-Class processes and procurement methods. This role is critical in ensuring cost-efficiency, supply chain continuity, regulatory compliance (ISO 13485), and the timely availability of materials to support production schedules. Strong skills in communications, change management, lean, Kaizen, high performance entrepreneurial culture, plus a high level of curiosity are required.
Key Responsibilities
Strategic Procurement:
Develop and implement purchasing strategies aligned with company goals.
Identify and qualify suppliers for raw materials, parts, and finished goods related to DME products.
Maintain a preferred supplier list based on performance, quality, pricing, and reliability.
Negotiate contracts, pricing, and terms with suppliers to achieve cost savings and favorable terms.
Evaluate supplier performance using KPIs such as delivery time, quality, and responsiveness.
Maintain strong relationships with key vendors and identify opportunities for supplier consolidation.
Inventory and Demand Planning:
Collaborate with production, engineering, and customer service teams to forecast material requirements.
Monitor inventory levels and ensure Just-In-Time (JIT) delivery where feasible to reduce holding costs.
Manage and track purchase orders to ensure timely delivery.
Regulatory and Quality Compliance:
Ensure all purchased materials comply with FDA, ISO 13485, and other applicable regulatory requirements for DME products.
Work closely with Quality Assurance to resolve supplier quality issues.
Maintain accurate procurement records for audits and inspections.
Process Improvement:
Continuously improve procurement processes and systems to increase efficiency and reduce costs.
Implement ERP/MRP system best practices for purchasing functions.
Evaluate opportunities for automation and digital procurement tools.
Manage and develop the procurement team, providing guidance and performance feedback.
Coordinate cross-functional collaboration with Engineering, Production, Quality, and Finance departments.
Hands on approach, highly involved from top to bottom, a proactive doer.
Problem solving skills, creativity, with a strong curiosity.
Qualifications Education:
4 year degree.
APICS, CPM, or CSCP certification is a plus.
Experience:
Minimum of 5–7 years of purchasing or procurement experience in a manufacturing environment, preferably in the
medical device or DME sector .
Proven experience with contract negotiation, vendor management, and supply chain optimization.
Skills
Strong knowledge of procurement best practices and ERP/MRP systems (e.g., SAP, Oracle, NetSuite).
Familiarity with FDA regulations, ISO 13485, and cGMP requirements.
Excellent analytical, organizational, and problem-solving skills.
Effective communication and leadership abilities.
Physical Demands
Daily warehouse and manufacturing process activities.
Occasional light lifting to 25 pounds
Able to walk, lift, bend, reach, climb, on a daily basis.
Office-based with regular visits to production areas.
May require occasional travel.
Benefits Offered for Eligible Employees
Medical Insurance
Vision Insurance
Long & Short-Term Disability
Life Insurance and AD&D
Retirement Savings Plan
Paid Time Off (PTO) & Holidays
Equal Opportunity Employer OPSB is proud inits commitment to creating a diverse workforce and providing equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, parental status, national origin, age, disability, citizenship status, genetic information or characteristics, marital status, status as a Vietnam era veteran, special disabled veteran, or other protected veteran in accordance with applicable federal, state and local laws, and any other characteristic protected by law.
This job description is not intended to be and should not be construed as an all-inclusive list ...
Seniority Level Associate
Employment Type Full-time
Job Function Purchasing and Strategy/Planning
Industries Medical Equipment Manufacturing
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OrthoPediatrics Specialty Bracing provided pay range This range is provided by OrthoPediatrics Specialty Bracing. Your actual pay will be based on your skills and experience — talk with your recruiter to learn more.
Base pay range $85,000.00/yr - $95,000.00/yr
Direct message the job poster from OrthoPediatrics Specialty Bracing
Job Summary We are seeking an experienced and detail-oriented Purchasing Manager to lead and manage the procurement operations for our multi-location manufacturing and clinical operations. The Purchasing Manager will be responsible for sourcing, negotiating, and purchasing raw materials, components, and services essential to our manufacturing and clinical processes. The purchasing manager will develop & mentor the team in Best-in-Class processes and procurement methods. This role is critical in ensuring cost-efficiency, supply chain continuity, regulatory compliance (ISO 13485), and the timely availability of materials to support production schedules. Strong skills in communications, change management, lean, Kaizen, high performance entrepreneurial culture, plus a high level of curiosity are required.
Key Responsibilities
Strategic Procurement:
Develop and implement purchasing strategies aligned with company goals.
Identify and qualify suppliers for raw materials, parts, and finished goods related to DME products.
Maintain a preferred supplier list based on performance, quality, pricing, and reliability.
Negotiate contracts, pricing, and terms with suppliers to achieve cost savings and favorable terms.
Evaluate supplier performance using KPIs such as delivery time, quality, and responsiveness.
Maintain strong relationships with key vendors and identify opportunities for supplier consolidation.
Inventory and Demand Planning:
Collaborate with production, engineering, and customer service teams to forecast material requirements.
Monitor inventory levels and ensure Just-In-Time (JIT) delivery where feasible to reduce holding costs.
Manage and track purchase orders to ensure timely delivery.
Regulatory and Quality Compliance:
Ensure all purchased materials comply with FDA, ISO 13485, and other applicable regulatory requirements for DME products.
Work closely with Quality Assurance to resolve supplier quality issues.
Maintain accurate procurement records for audits and inspections.
Process Improvement:
Continuously improve procurement processes and systems to increase efficiency and reduce costs.
Implement ERP/MRP system best practices for purchasing functions.
Evaluate opportunities for automation and digital procurement tools.
Manage and develop the procurement team, providing guidance and performance feedback.
Coordinate cross-functional collaboration with Engineering, Production, Quality, and Finance departments.
Hands on approach, highly involved from top to bottom, a proactive doer.
Problem solving skills, creativity, with a strong curiosity.
Qualifications Education:
4 year degree.
APICS, CPM, or CSCP certification is a plus.
Experience:
Minimum of 5–7 years of purchasing or procurement experience in a manufacturing environment, preferably in the
medical device or DME sector .
Proven experience with contract negotiation, vendor management, and supply chain optimization.
Skills
Strong knowledge of procurement best practices and ERP/MRP systems (e.g., SAP, Oracle, NetSuite).
Familiarity with FDA regulations, ISO 13485, and cGMP requirements.
Excellent analytical, organizational, and problem-solving skills.
Effective communication and leadership abilities.
Physical Demands
Daily warehouse and manufacturing process activities.
Occasional light lifting to 25 pounds
Able to walk, lift, bend, reach, climb, on a daily basis.
Office-based with regular visits to production areas.
May require occasional travel.
Benefits Offered for Eligible Employees
Medical Insurance
Vision Insurance
Long & Short-Term Disability
Life Insurance and AD&D
Retirement Savings Plan
Paid Time Off (PTO) & Holidays
Equal Opportunity Employer OPSB is proud inits commitment to creating a diverse workforce and providing equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, parental status, national origin, age, disability, citizenship status, genetic information or characteristics, marital status, status as a Vietnam era veteran, special disabled veteran, or other protected veteran in accordance with applicable federal, state and local laws, and any other characteristic protected by law.
This job description is not intended to be and should not be construed as an all-inclusive list ...
Seniority Level Associate
Employment Type Full-time
Job Function Purchasing and Strategy/Planning
Industries Medical Equipment Manufacturing
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