Pursuing an ambitious growth agenda, Coloplast develops and markets products and services that make life easier for people with intimate healthcare needs. Employing about 16,000 people and with products available in more than 143 countries, Coloplast is one of the world´s leading medical device companies. Coloplast is constantly growing its business and always looking for new ways to move forward – they explore, learn and look for new ways of doing things.
Coloplast is building a new production site in Felgueiras and expects it to employ over 800 employees by 2028, offering exciting professional challenges and career paths. In this role, you will be part of a dynamic and high-performing team, where you will have the opportunity to make a significant impact!
Responsibilities: Analyze inventory levels for indirect materials, process PO's timely to address needs and ensure on-time delivery, with best price consideration. This includes a thorough follow-up process after the PO has been placed and taking actions to address timely when suppliers are not delivering on time.
Define and implement cost reduction projects for the assigned category spend. Targets will be defined in the goals and objectives each year.
Collaborate with Global Procurement in all needed projects and/or activities.
Lead the implementation project of the EAM purchasing and inventory control process for the site.
Implement programs to improve indirect materials turns compared to a predetermined baseline.
Lead local projects in collaboration with technical and operations development teams.
Lead sourcing analysis and drive tenders when needed (e.g., Spend, Business Award scenarios).
Address supplier delivery or quality issues immediately and provide feedback to Procurement.
Support Global Procurement on supplier onboarding, including but not limited to request and follow up on master data creation, monitoring adherence to contract terms, conduct local supplier reviews, amongst other tasks.
Responsible for supplier agreement negotiations for site-specific suppliers, including pricing and terms.
Represent Supply Chain on New Product teams, providing accurate feedback on supply chain strategies and variables.
Actively support efforts to streamline activities within the department such as the supplier Kanban process, Vendor Managed Inventories, and others to be defined.
Full administration of the ordering process from the demand until the approval of the invoice.
Continuous contact with the internal customers and the suppliers.
Qualifications: Appropriate university degree in materials, logistics, supply chain management or related field.
Minimum 3 years of experience in materials, supply chain management and manufacturing.
Proficient with ERP systems; JD Edwards knowledge is a plus.
Able to communicate effectively with all levels in the organization.
Travel required – up to 10% per year.
This is your opportunity to join a reputable multinational in the medical devices sector and shape the future of its new manufacturing unit in Portugal. A competitive salary and benefits package is offered, including professional development and career advancement opportunities.
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