Supply Chain Professional

hace 2 semanas


Alajuela, Alajuela, Costa Rica Medtronic A tiempo completo
Job Description
This Strategic Buyer/Planner position is responsible for planning, coordinating, and executing the procurement of raw materials, packaging materials, parts, components, services, supplies, and finished goods. The ideal candidate will have excellent analytical, communication, and problem-solving skills, as well as the ability to work effectively in a fast-paced environment.

The Strategic Buyer/Planner will analyze market trends, supplier performance, and product demand to develop and implement procurement strategies that meet business objectives. This role requires strong negotiation skills, as the buyer will interact regularly with suppliers to secure optimal contract terms and conditions. Additionally, the buyer will maintain accurate records of procurements, including pricing, lead times, and payment terms.

Key Responsibilities:
- Planning, coordinating, and executing the procurement of raw materials, packaging materials, parts, components, services, supplies, and finished goods
- Analyzing market trends, supplier performance, and product demand to develop and implement procurement strategies
- Negotiating with suppliers to secure optimal contract terms and conditions
- Maintaining accurate records of procurements, including pricing, lead times, and payment terms

Requirements:
- Bachelor's degree required
- Minimum of 5+ years of relevant experience, or advanced degree with a minimum of 2+ years of relevant experience or 2+ years of Ariba Catalog order experience
- Strong analytical, communication, and problem-solving skills
- Ability to work effectively in a fast-paced environment
- Strong negotiation skills
- Proficient in MS Office, particularly Excel and PowerPoint

Preferred Qualifications:
- APICS, CSCP, CPIM, ISM, CPSM, or CPSD certification
- Experience with sourcing and/or supplier management for products or services within an FDA-regulated medical device, biotechnology, or pharmaceutical industry
- Strong working knowledge of contract documentation, interpretation, and strategic sourcing processes and trends
- Excellent organizational skills, strong quantitative skills, independent thinking, and a high level of initiative

About Medtronic
We push the limits of what technology, therapies, and services can do to help alleviate pain, restore health, and extend life. We challenge ourselves and each other to make tomorrow better than yesterday. It is what makes this an exciting and rewarding place to be.

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