Planet Innovation (PI) is a globally recognised Healthtech Innovation and Manufacturing company. PI offers the full spectrum of product design, engineering and manufacturing services for its customers in the diagnostics, life sciences and healthcare industries. Our clients include many of the world's top medical device companies, as well as some of the world's most exciting medtech start-ups.
With HQ in Australia and the majority of its customers in the US, PI established a world-class manufacturing facility in Irvine, California in 2021 and this division is growing rapidly on the back of high demand for our production services by both existing and new clients.
PI has an authentic, transparent, supportive culture and we offer a broad array of comprehensive benefit programs for our employees, including medical, dental, vision, 401k with employer match, and paid vacation, holidays, and sick leave.
The Role

• The Supply Chain Manager is responsible for developing and executing procurement and supply chain strategies for critical and high-value procurement contracts, supplier partnerships, and strategic procurement projects within manufacturing.
• The Supply Chain Manager plays a crucial role in ensuring the smooth and efficient flow of materials and products through the manufacturing process, from procurement to distribution. The strategies implemented by the Supply Chain Manager will optimize the supply chain, minimize costs, and maintain high levels of quality and compliance.
• The primary objective of this role is to ensure that the company's supply chain functions effectively, meeting production schedules, quality standards, and customer expectations.

The Accountabilities

• Management of purchasing activity for PIP including supervision of inward goods and non-conformance process
• Reporting of progress and status to agreed plans
• Development of plans, schedules, and budgets for review and approval
Management of purchasing activities such as:

• Company supply chain performance
• Maintenance and improvement of purchasing procedures in an ISO 13485 facility
• Vendor Management
• NCR management related to suppliers
• Forecasting and planning for ISO 13485 manufacturing and project-based shipping
• Oversee ERP refinements and improvements to add efficiencies to the manufacturing process
• Negotiation of pricing and supplier agreements
• Provide leadership to PI project purchasing activities
• Lead Supply Chain process improvements in a Lean Manufacturing environment
• Develop and implement key performance tracking metrics for all aspects of the Supply Chain
• Regularly provide reporting on the status of inventory
• Reduce and maintain a low-cost base across the entire business through the management of strategically planned contract negotiations, supplier management, demand management activities, and supply chain initiatives
• Provide highly specialized knowledge of procurement matters and be a reference point for complex procurement matters over one or more categories.
• Other duties as required commensurate with your skills and experience

The Typical Experiences

• Demonstrated procurement experience in regulated manufacturing industry
• Extensive experience purchasing from local and overseas suppliers
• ISO 13485 experience
• Demonstrated experience in end-to-end Supply Chain
• Compliance with internal sales process methodology and standards, including opportunity identification
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills, with the ability to analyze complex data and make data-driven decisions to optimize the supply chain
• Knowledge of ERP systems and other supply chain management tools and technologies
• Adherence to OH&S requirements: Safe use of potentially hazardous equipment, liquids, etc.
• Compliance with policies, procedures and international quality standards
• Bachelor's degree in supply chain management, logistics, business administration, or a related field; advanced degree or relevant certifications (e.g., APICS, CSCP) preferred

$145,000 - $165,000 a year
We offer our team a broad array of comprehensive benefit programs for our employees, including medical, dental, vision, 401k with employer match, and paid vacation, holidays, and sick leave.
Full time employees and dependents are provided with medical coverage, and the company covers 100% of the premium cost.
To Apply
A positive, high-achieving work culture, and plenty of opportunities to learn and grow await you at Planet Innovation, so apply now.
We are proud to be an equal opportunity employer. We are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees, and all suitably qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard for race, gender, sexual orientation, religion, disability, or age.
Please note only applications with the right to live and work in the US will be considered for these positions.
No recruitment agencies, please.