Buyer​/Supply Chain Manager

Overview

We are seeking an experienced and strategic Buyer/Supply Chain Manager to oversee our manufacturing supply chain operations. The ideal candidate, in this individual contributor role, will lead initiatives in process improvement, demand planning, procurement, and logistics to ensure seamless production flow. This role requires a strong understanding of ERP systems, supply chain, and continuous improvement methodologies. The Supply Chain Manager will collaborate across departments to enhance inventory management, reduce costs, and improve overall efficiency in a dynamic manufacturing environment.

• Collaborates with other departments and stakeholders to identify and maintain material resources as needed to establish and provide an effective supply chain
• Work with Finance, Engineering to make sure all needed information and communication are adequate between the MRP and financial software databases
• Provides internal updates based on customer orders, establishes lead times for raw material purchases and production schedules, and maintains production inventory per schedules
• Coordinates the entire material transaction process, including but not limited to purchasing, receiving, inventory management, and replenishment, to ensure seamless operations and material availability
• Establishes performance metrics for measurement, comparison, or evaluation of factors affecting the supply chain
• Drive improvements in the supply chain to achieve negative or neutral purchase price variances each year
• Develops and maintains detailed inventories of direct materials and supplies to optimize production schedule and ensure On Time In Full (OTIF)
• Manage new part set-up in ERP and maintain part ensuring accurate and up-to-date part maintenance
• Negotiate pricing and delivery terms with suppliers, vendors, and shipping companies for raw materials ensuring timely and cost-effective procurement of goods and services
• Participates as an advisory member of the product development team, providing information and guidance on availability and cost of supplies and materials
• Monitors delivery performance of suppliers, assessing their ability to provide quality materials on time and in full; identifies and qualifies new suppliers in collaboration with other departments.
• Implement, maintain, and update applicable QMS system documents
• Liaison for vendor issues and provide solutions resulting in better business relationships with Gilero
• Work with Business Development team on Material Liability agreements for any at risk purchases with longer lead times and higher value prices
• Support pilot production operations through sourcing materials, maintaining accurate inventory on pilot materials onsite, consolidating purchase power with preferred vendor, and ensuring separation of pilot and production materials where possible.
• Support business development in quoting raw material and transport costs associated with new business unit price quotes.
• Implement inventory control procedures to minimize excess stock, ensure product availability, and reduce costs
• Utilize forecasting tools and techniques to predict customer demand and optimize inventory levels
• Take on additional responsibilities as needed to support the success of cross-functional teams

• 4 year degree
• 5 years experience with 2-5 in medical devices
• Experience and Knowledge of medical device regulations (FDA/ISO), preferred
• Experience with building electro-mechanical assemblies in a regulated environment strongly preferred
• Excellent communication skills, attention to detail, and writing skills
• Have strong project management skills and can work alone or in teams
• Ability to communicate effectively with customers and suppliers in a technical capacity

• Meets Gilero Core Values:
  Collaboration, Integrity, Innovation, Excellence
• Comfortable and productive in a fast-paced, entrepreneurial environment
• A self-starter seeking a career opportunity with potential for internal advancement,
• seeking responsibility for core activities and providing high quality service to internal and to external clients
• Commitment to excellence and quality service to external and internal customer
• Commitment to established policies and procedures, while contributing to continuous improvements
• Proficient (or better) computer skills, including Excel and Word

• Applicants must be permanently authorized to work in the United States without the need for employer sponsorship now or in the future.
• Gilero does not offer sponsorship for employment authorizations (work visas).
• We are an E-Verify employer and confirm work authorization for all new hires.

Founded in 2002, Gilero, a Sanner Group company, is an international contract engineering firm that specializes in the design, development, and manufacturing of novel medical devices and drug delivery products. At Gilero we are proud of the culture we have built that directly reflects our values of excellence, integrity,…