- Location
- Costa Rica, Heredia San Antonio Business Park
- Workplace
- Hybrid
- Type
- Full-time
- Department
- Operations
- Seniority
- Manager
- Experience
- 8+ years
- Source
- Workday
Description
Work Flexibility: HybridTravel Percentage: 10%
What You Will Do
- Lead purchasing teams to execute strategic and tactical procurement activities that support supply continuity, inventory targets, and manufacturing requirements.
- Monitor and improve key performance indicators, including supplier performance, purchase order execution, inventory health, and service levels.
- Facilitate participation in operational reviews and provide timely updates on purchase order status, supply risks, and recovery plans.
- Drive cross-functional improvement initiatives to resolve process gaps, increase efficiency, and support standardization across purchasing operations.
- Partner with internal stakeholders to align purchasing priorities, business objectives, and operational requirements.
- Guide supplier escalation management and oversee actions that mitigate supply, inventory, and operational risks.
- Develop team capability by setting performance objectives, conducting talent reviews, and creating development plans for managers and buyers.
- Ensure compliance with applicable quality and regulatory requirements and support internal and external audits.
What You Will Need
Required Qualifications
- Bachelor’s degree in Business, Supply Chain Management, Engineering, or a related field.
- Minimum 8 years of experience in Supply Chain, Purchasing, Procurement, Manufacturing, or a related field.
- Minimum 3 years of experience leading people managers, purchasing teams, or supply chain teams.
- Professional proficiency in spoken and written English.
- Experience working with ERP/MRP systems and advanced Microsoft Excel, PowerPoint, and Word.
- Knowledge of ISO 13485, ISO 9001, and regulatory requirements applicable to regulated manufacturing environments.
Preferred Qualifications
- Experience in medical technology, medical device, or regulated manufacturing sourcing and procurement.
- Experience managing supplier agreements, commercial contracts, or vendor relationship programs.
Skills
ExcelComplianceERPSupply Chain ManagementProcurement