Offer summary

Qualifications:

Experience in purchasing and procurement, particularly in manufacturing environments., Familiarity with medical device assembly and production processes., Strong project management skills and ability to work autonomously., Proficiency in cost forecasting and analysis..

Key responsabilities:

Manage and optimize supply chain processes for a medical device company.

Review part specifications and assess procurement feasibility.

Conduct cost comparisons and ROI calculations to inform purchasing decisions.

Improve procurement operations for cost reduction and efficiency.

Job description

Purchasing Specialist - Contract - Kalamazoo, MI (Remote)

DISHER is currently looking for a Remote Procurement Specialist to join our contract engineering team. In this role, you will leverage your expertise in purchasing and procurement to manage and optimize supply chain processes for a medical device company based out of Kalamazoo, MI. You will also utilize your project management skills to lead and coordinate various procurement projects, ensuring timely and cost-effective delivery of goods and services.

What you will get to do:

Review new part specifications and advise on procurement feasibility

Perform payback analysis and other justifications to support purchasing and investment projects

Improve and support new and existing procurement operations, methods, and processes for cost reduction, quality, and efficiency improvements

Conduct studies in purchasing operations to maximize workflow

Create cost comparisons and return on investment calculations to assist in supplier selection and purchasing decisions

What Will Make You Successful

Experience working with medical device assembly, production, and various manufacturing processes such as injection molding, extrusion, or machining

Previous experience within purchasing or procurement for manufacturing

Exposure to project management and ability to autonomously operate in your role

Ability to accurately forecast costs and needs before they arise

About DISHER:

DISHER is a nationally recognized engineering, manufacturing technology, and technical recruiting firm based in Zeeland, Michigan. Our diverse team of top talent comes alongside clients within multiple industries to solve their unique challenges. DISHER truly is a cool place to work. Our mission? To Make a Positive Difference with our customers, coworkers, and communities. Every day we strive to leave this world better than we found it. It is what motivates our caring team and unifies our culture.

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