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Niowave, Inc. · 7 hours ago

Purchasing Manager

Lansing, MI

Full-time

Onsite

Senior Level, Lead/Staff

10+ years exp

Niowave, Inc. is a company dedicated to developing medical isotopes aimed at treating cancer. The Purchasing Manager will oversee purchasing processes, supplier selection, and contract negotiation while implementing cost-saving initiatives and ensuring compliance with regulations and industry standards.

ManufacturingPharmaceutical

Responsibilities

Develop and manage the purchasing system including the identification of suppliers, evaluation, sourcing, procurement, and supplier management

Develop, implement, and communicate performance criteria for measuring purchasing department performance levels (KPIs)

Maintain awareness of economic and business environment as they affect procurement policies and strategies

Coordinate with other managers to assist with inventory control and determine appropriate levels of on-site supplies

Implement and maintain quality control standards to meet/exceed customer expectations

Lead and engage team members in continuous improvement

Identify and implement process improvements to enhance productivity and reduce waste

Lead and inspire a diverse team of skilled professionals

Establish and maintain a technical direction and supervisory oversight structure for the department, including career progression and succession planning

Ensure the onboarding, training, and career development of staff members

Within the department and across the organization, fosters a culture of respect, safety, quality, and continuous improvement aligning with the mission, vision, and values of the organization

Qualification

Supply Chain ManagementPurchasing ExperienceData AnalysisRegulated Environment ExperienceERP/MRP ImplementationLeadership ExperienceContinuous ImprovementCommunication SkillsTeamworkNegotiation Skills

Required

Bachelor's degree in Supply Chain Management, Logistics, Business Administration, or related field

10+ years of related purchasing and supply chain experience

5+ years' experience in a supply chain leadership role

5+ years' experience coaching, mentoring, and providing day-to-day supervision to a staff of 6 or more

Previous purchasing experience in a regulated environment

Embrace and model the Niowave Values of Teamwork, Courage, Integrity, and Upright Zeal

Understand how to integrate into a new team/organization – appreciate the history of current state, know how and when to make suggestions, as well as using just the right pace to reach the improved future state

Understand your own communication and learning styles, can assess others' styles, and is able to find the right path to connect the two

Strong technical ability to work, collaborate and negotiate with vendors, consultants, and other third-party stakeholders

Develop and maintain good relationships, gain the confidence of others, and work effectively in a multidisciplinary matrix environment

Proficiency in data analysis, tracking metrics, and use of data analysis tools