IMA Life North America · 9 hours ago
Procurement Engineer
Tonawanda, NY
Full-time
Onsite
Mid, Senior Level
$75K/yr - $85K/yr
5+ years expIMA Life North America is a company within the IMA Group specializing in aseptic processing and freeze-drying solutions for the pharmaceutical and biotechnology industries. The Engineered Product Procurement Specialist supports the Purchasing Department by managing the procurement of engineered components and services, ensuring alignment with project cost, quality, and delivery targets.
Machinery
Responsibilities
Participate in project teams, driving collaboration between suppliers and design groups and communicating unresolved issues impacting project success
Apply Mechanical Engineering knowledge to ensure compliance with drawings, specifications, and applicable codes
Manage project cost and delivery targets through effective supplier coordination and communication of material data into earned value models
Secure quotes, technical specifications, and place purchase orders in a timely manner with consideration for cost, quality, safety, and delivery
Maintain manufacturing orders, schedules, and shortage reports to support production requirements
Monitor supplier performance, including quality and on-time delivery, and investigate missed deliveries and lead-time issues
Manage supplier Non-Conformance Reports (NCRs), including corrective and preventive actions, returns, rework, and back charges
Develop and support cost reduction initiatives and conduct supplier negotiations
Initiate and manage purchase contracts, Preferred Supplier Agreements, and the qualification of new suppliers
Identify and implement business process improvements and technical solutions to overcome project or supply challenges
Meet with suppliers to resolve issues and maintain a strong technical understanding of purchased components and their final applications
Ensure all activities comply with company policies, procedures, and management direction
Qualification
Required
Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering or a minimum of 7 years of experience in a technical field
Minimum of 5 years of experience in a capital equipment manufacturing environment
Proficiency in reading and interpreting technical drawings and familiarity with ASME, PED, and other industry codes
Strong experience working within an ERP system and high proficiency in Windows-based software (Excel, MS Project, etc.)
Excellent communication skills, including experience delivering Executive Level Presentations
Proven track record of strong negotiation skills
Demonstrated ability to be well-organized and capable of managing multifaceted projects alongside routine activities
Ability to develop creative business and technical solutions to complex problems
Proactive approach to identifying potential problem areas and presenting viable solutions
Preferred
Proficiency with SAP
Available to travel <10%, including internationally
Benefits
Comprehensive medical, dental, vision, life and disability insurance
401(k) retirement plan
Tuition assistance
Annual bonus
Company
IMA Life North America
Although one of the oldest techniques in the pharmaceutical industry for the preservation of unstable materials, there has been an increasing demand for lyophilized products and equipment, in particular in the last decade.
51-200 employees
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