Purchasing Manager

About Convatec

Pioneering trusted medical solutions to improve the lives we touch: Convatec is a global medical products and technologies company, focused on solutions for the management of chronic conditions, with leading positions in Advanced Wound Care, Ostomy Care, Continence Care, and Infusion Care. With more than 10,000 colleagues, we provide our products and services in around 90 countries, united by a promise to be forever caring. Our solutions provide a range of benefits, from infection prevention and protection of at-risk skin, to improved patient outcomes and reduced care costs. Convatec’s revenues in 2024 were over $2 billion. The company is a constituent of the FTSE 100 Index (LSE:CTEC). To learn more please visit http://www.convatecgroup.com

About the role:

Provide managerial direction and leadership for all raw material inventory procurement (Direct) for the plant, acting as a liaison with Global Procurement. Develop strategies to ensure a reliable supply and maximize potential savings within Supply Chain categories. Oversee complex and advanced supply projects while leading and managing the purchasing team within their structure.

Key Duties and Responsibilities:

Establish and Monitor Performance Metrics: Define and track key performance indicators (KPIs) to measure and ensure the efficiency of the procurement area. Promote continuous improvement by analyzing performance data and implementing corrective actions.

Develop Strategic Supply Plans: Design strategies to secure raw material supply and optimize inventory levels. Align procurement objectives with overall business and operational goals.

Standardize Procurement Processes: Streamline procurement planning to ensure consistency and compliance. Implement standardized procedures for greater efficiency and effectiveness.

Team Leadership and Development: Guide, coach, and mentor the procurement team to adopt industry best practices. Foster a culture of accountability, innovation, and excellence.

Provide Feedback and Communication: Deliver clear and timely feedback to the procurement team to address challenges. Encourage open communication to enhance teamwork and operational success.

Supplier Management: Conduct detailed analysis, selection, and evaluation of suppliers. Build and maintain a reliable, cost-effective supplier base.

Drive Supply Chain Improvements: Lead initiatives to enhance supply reliability and cost-effectiveness. Collaborate with stakeholders to identify and implement improvement opportunities.

Risk Mitigation: Identify potential supply risks and develop contingency plans. Ensure business continuity through proactive risk management.

Collaboration with Global Procurement: Act as a key liaison with Global Procurement teams to ensure alignment of strategies.

Leverage synergies for cost savings and operational efficiency.

Oversee Advanced Projects: Manage complex supply chain projects, ensuring they meet deadlines, budgets, and quality standards. Provide strategic oversight to drive successful project execution.

Skills & Experience:

Professional Experience: Minimum 5 years of experience in raw material and/or MRO procurement management within the medical device sector.

At least 10 years of experience leading Procurement, Purchasing and/or Planning teams.

Proven experience in: Supplier selection, evaluation, and management (national and international). Contract management and procurement formulation. Price negotiations and supply agreements. Transportation, import/export operations, and customs clearance. Cost reduction projects and initiatives.

Managing Material Requirements Planning (MRP) systems.

Skills and Competencies:

Effective communication and interpersonal skills. Strong critical thinking and a sense of urgency. Advanced negotiation and persuasion abilities. Problem-solving and decision-making skills. Research, analytical, and attention-to-detail capabilities.

Qualifications & Education:

Bachelor’s degree in Business Administration, Industrial Engineering, or a related field.

Master’s degree in Supply Chain, Planning, Sourcing, Logistics, or International Business.

Certifications: Professional certification in CPIM, CSCP, CPSM, or CPSD.

Fluent English level

What you’ll get:

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