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Harmar · 1 hour ago

Purchasing and Sourcing Manager

Sarasota, FL

Full-time

Onsite

Senior Level, Lead/Staff

10+ years exp

Harmar Mobility is a Great Place to Work-certified company that manufactures mobility device lifts and accessibility products. The Purchasing and Strategic Sourcing Manager will manage the purchasing process and strategic procurement, requiring extensive knowledge of global supply chain and logistics to ensure high-quality product delivery and compliance with regulations.

Medical Device

Responsibilities

Devise and execute global supply chain strategy aligned with Harmar’s organizational goals

Manage global supply chain network, supplier relationships, supplier performance, and risk management

Improve Harmar customer experience and drive profit margins

Ensure compliance with FDA regulations as required

Deliver continuous supply of high-quality, high-value products

Execute strategic purchasing initiatives

Sourcing and Procurement: Develop and implement sourcing strategies to ensure the timely and cost-effective procurement of materials and services. Manage supplier relationships and negotiate contracts to achieve the best terms and conditions

Lead the Purchasing team to use MRP system to effectively order parts at lowest cost at required quality levels, with no stock-outs

Production Planning: Develop & implement SIOP process. Collaborate with manufacturing and operations teams to drive and align production schedules with demand forecasts and SIOP process

Logistics: Develop and implement comprehensive logistics strategies including export controls. Manage inbound and outbound logistics processes to ensure cost-effective delivery of materials and improve customer satisfaction

Stakeholder Collaboration: Work closely with cross-functional teams, including senior leadership team, sales, engineering, marketing, IT, and customer service, to ensure alignment of supply chain activities with overall business objectives. Communicate effectively with Senior Leadership Team regarding status, goals, and countermeasures through detailed KPI’s

Service Metrics: Monitor and support service metrics to ensure high levels of customer satisfaction. Implement continuous improvement initiatives to enhance service performance

Sourcing Metrics: Track and report on key sourcing metrics, including cost savings, supplier performance, and compliance with procurement policies. Identify opportunities for improvement and drive initiatives to achieve sourcing goals

Team Leadership: Lead and mentor a team of supply chain professionals. Foster a culture of collaboration, innovation, and continuous improvement within the supply chain organization. Coordinate with Human Resources to develop succession planning strategies, ensuring leadership continuity and role fulfillment

Risk Management: Identify and mitigate supply chain risks, including disruptions in the supply chain, supplier performance issues, and changes in market conditions

Budget Management: Develop and manage the supply chain budget, ensuring cost-effective operations and adherence to financial targets

Qualification

Purchasing experienceLogistics managementSupply chain managementMRP/ERP systemsTransportation Management SystemExcel proficiencyAPICS certificationRisk managementSupplier relationship managementTeam leadership