Job Description

Key Responsibilities:

• Procurement Management: Oversee the purchase of medical supplies and equipment to meet customer needs in the post-acute care sector. Negotiate pricing, terms, and conditions with suppliers to ensure favorable outcomes.
• Inventory Planning and Optimization: Use tools like Slim4 and ERP/MRP systems to forecast demand and plan inventory levels across multiple distribution centers. Balance inventory availability with cost efficiency to minimize stockouts, overstock, and obsolescence.
• Supplier Collaboration: Maintain strong relationships with existing suppliers and source new suppliers as needed. Monitor supplier performance and address issues related to quality, delivery, or pricing.
• Data-Driven Decision-Making: Leverage data analytics tools such as Power BI to analyze purchasing trends, supplier performance, and inventory levels. Use insights to drive process improvements and optimize supply chain operations.
• Cross-Functional Collaboration: Work closely with sales, finance, logistics, and merchandising teams to align purchasing strategies with business objectives. Support marketing initiatives by ensuring timely availability of new or promotional products.
• Problem Resolution: Address and resolve challenges related to supplier delays, long lead times, and other disruptions. Develop contingency plans to mitigate supply chain risks.
• Continuous Improvement: Identify opportunities to enhance purchasing processes, reduce costs, and improve overall efficiency. Implement best practices in procurement and inventory management.

Qualifications:

• Bachelor's degree in supply chain management, business administration, or a related field (or equivalent experience).
• 5+ years of experience in purchasing, planning, or supply chain roles, preferably in the healthcare distribution industry.
• Strong negotiation skills and experience in supplier management.
• Proficiency in ERP systems and advanced knowledge of MRP and inventory optimization principles.
• Experience with data analytics tools such as Power BI.
• Excellent organizational and time management skills, with the ability to handle multiple priorities and deadlines.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills to collaborate effectively with internal teams and external suppliers.
• Experience in healthcare distribution or the post-acute care market.
• APICS certification or similar supply chain credentials.
• Bachelor's degree in supply chain management, logistics, business administration, or a related field preferred.

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