Manager, Procurement
Metagenics⠀: About Metagenics For over 43 years, Metagenics has had the mission to help people live happier, healthier lives through the life-changing power of nutrition. We believe the way we do business is as important as the business we do; that a company in the nourishment business should nourish its people, too. So, we incorporated healthy, sustainable care into every dimension of our culture. Our diverse and expansive team are a prime example of the power of a people-first approach. We know first-hand, when an organization prioritizes internal growth and fosters empathy, its people come together to set an example of what the world can become. Join us in being the world’s leading healthcare professional-grade VMS company! ⠀: The Role The Manager, Procurement oversees raw material, contract manufacturing and component purchasing to support production operations. This role establishes and maintains procurement policies, manages supplier relationships, and leads the purchasing team to achieve departmental KPIs, including supplier on-time delivery, cost performance, inventory levels, and quality. Key Responsibilities Strategic & Leadership Responsibilities: Lead strategy for $55–$60M in annual material spend. Serve as Procurement lead for regional New Product Development and Innovation. Hire, coach, and develop a team of 7–8 Procurement professionals. Drive cost savings and added value through new sources, component replacements, Design to Value, and process improvements. Optimize material costs by evaluating suppliers on quality, price, order quantities, and service. Use the latest AI technologies to improve productivity and lower total cost. Manage the supplier base, including supplier allocations and new supplier qualification priorities. Select the right purchasing methods (e.g., blanket orders, VMI, consignment) to optimize inventory and reduce price and supply risk. Set optimal order levels by managing ERP settings such as lead times, order minimums, safety stock, and freight. Monitor market conditions and material costs, and recommend actions to prevent price or supply disruptions. Partner with the global procurement team to develop and implement global initiatives. Act as category manager for an assigned global category: Understand category drivers and share market updates with the team Develop and implement the category sourcing strategy, including RFQs/RFPs to strategic and preferred vendors Strengthen competitiveness and business continuity for Metagenics Transactional Activities: Oversee ERP messages and reports to ensure supply continuity, monitor inventory, and place purchase orders. Manage the full purchase order cycle: requisitions, acknowledgements, changes, expedites, cancellations, invoice reconciliation, and returns. Track delivery dates to support Production and resolve material shortages with Production Planning. Oversee resolution of supplier non-conformances, deviations, documentation gaps, and corrective actions, including Material Review Board (MRB) dispositions. Lead supplier RFQs and analyze quotes for quality, capability, and cost. Negotiate supplier terms, including price, quantity, delivery, payment terms, and VMI. Ensure compliance with the Quality Management System (QMS) and purchasing policies and procedures. Develop and maintain purchasing SOPs and Work Instructions in line with ERP Validation and Change Control. Maintain accurate ERP master data, procurement spend, and performance records. Supplier performance management and improvement: Build strong, professional supplier relationships through clear and consistent communication. Use cost, quality, and delivery data to drive continuous improvement through feedback and regular performance reviews. Partner with Quality Assurance and buyers to investigate quality issues and implement corrective actions. Basic Requirements Experience / Training / Education Bachelor's degree in Business, Purchasing or Supply Chain Management 5+ years of …