Manager, Procurement

Manager, Procurement at ADMA Biologics, Inc. – Boca Raton, FL

Description

ADMA Biologics is a biopharmaceutical company dedicated to developing superior products for immunodeficient patients at risk of infection.

Our commitment to this underserved population drives our innovation and hands-on approach to production and development, setting us apart in the industry. We currently have an exciting opportunity for a Manager, Procurement in Boca Raton, FL.

The Manager, Procurement is responsible for direct procurement activity for company-wide requirements, soft goods, disposables and non-production related services, goods, and materials. This includes pricing, quality, specifications, value improvements, quotations, supplier selection, purchase order placement and execution of corporate policies.

Responsibilities

• Continuous review and management of MRP to ensure up-to-date and accurate requirements are generated.
• Interface with Planning, Quality Control, Accounts Payable, and Warehousing functions on a regular basis to ensure the purchasing function meets their needs.
• Develop and maintain procurement analysis for key materials detailing past and current purchasing activity, price and supply trends, market trends, and future purchasing strategy.
• Develop and manage the annual pricing process.
• Establish and implement policies, procedures and communications to ensure purchasing is carried out legally, efficiently, and professionally; fulfill government regulations as required.
• Establish and maintain equitable relationships with suppliers; develop long-term relationships with key manufacturers to support ADMA’s competitive positioning; meet regularly with key suppliers to negotiate for price and service continuity.
• Generate purchase orders in SAP and schedule deliveries to support production.
• Lead materials management cost reduction activities and communicate cost savings philosophy to staff.
• Manage purchase price variances.
• Ensure Purchasing Policies and SOPs are followed and maintained.
• Monitor inventory levels, set standards for materials purchased, and assist in developing planned inventory levels; report progress and provide corrective action for inventories that vary from plan, including disposition of excess inventories.
• Organize/direct procurement and contracting activity for all raw materials, soft goods, and disposables across ADMA locations to meet price, quality, and service goals.
• Partner with Supplier Quality to maintain the approved vendor program and manage vendor notifications and related action items.
• Survey internal customers to ensure services meet present and future requirements.
• Track and report vendor performance against contracts and purchase orders; provide vendor feedback.
• Work with vendors to resolve material shortages by finding approved substitutions or escalating requests for expedition.
• Assist in developing specifications with users and suppliers as needed.
• Oversee supplier compliance with internal quality standards and external regulations.

Education Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in business, finance, materials management, or related field; master's degree preferred.
• Certification in Purchasing Management (CPM) and Production and Inventory Management (CPIM) preferred.

Experience Requirements

• One to three years of progressive experience in a purchasing and sourcing role, with experience in the biotech/pharmaceutical industry.

Benefits

• Competitive compensation package
• 401K plan with employer match and immediate vesting
• Medical, Vision, Life, and Dental Insurance
• Pet Insurance
• Company-paid Short-Term and Long-Term Disability
• Company-paid holidays
• 3 Weeks’ Paid Time Off within the first year
• Tuition Assistance after the first year
• Easily accessible to Tri-Rail with a free shuttle to the Boca Tri-Rail station

Additional Information

ADMA Biologics uses E-Verify to confirm the employment eligibility of all newly hired employees. To learn more about E-Verify, including your rights and responsibilities, please visit. ADMA Biologics is an Equal Opportunity Employer.