Purchasing Manager

Purchasing Manager

• Remote – US
• Full time
• posted on
• R-18468

Together, we can beat cancer.

At Varian, a Siemens Healthineers Company, we bring together the world’s best talent to realize our vision of a world without fear of cancer. Together, we work passionately to develop and deliver easy-to-use, efficient oncology solutions.

We are part of an incredible community of scientists, clinicians, developers, researchers, professionals, and skilled specialists pushing the boundaries of what’s possible, to improve people’s lives around the world. We embrace a culture of inclusivity in which the power and potential of every individual can be unleashed. We spark ideas that lead to positive impact and continued success.

If you want to be part of this important mission, we want to hear from you.

As Purchasing Manager for North America at Varian Medical Systems you will plan and implement activities related to the procurement of materials, parts, components, and equipment. You will also direct the activities of buyers and expediters to accomplish company objectives as well as track and provide feedback to the team on key department KPIs.

What You will do:

• Develop policies and procedures for the operation of procurement activities.
• Monitor the cost, schedule, and performance aspects of material suppliers.
• Coordinate purchasing activities with engineering and manufacturing departments to maintain inventories at planned levels.
• Coordinate purchasing responsibilities and issue mitigation of supplier account payable escalations.
• Take the lead on key supply chain issue escalations.
• May assist with the establishment and maintenance of the production control system.
• Select, develop, and evaluate personnel to ensure the efficient operation of the function.
• Perform all required management responsibilities including but not limited to: implementing the company’s policies, programs, and guidelines; ensuring employee productivity and growth; managing resources; knowing Varian’s business; and maintaining functional, technical, and external market awareness necessary for managing immediate organization.
• Scope of role may include interaction with other sites and operations.
• Assure purchasing representation on change review board to coordinate subcontracted materials and minimize excess material write-off.
• Some travel domestic/international (25% or less)

What You will have:

• Typical Education and Experience: Bachelors Degree or equivalent 8 years of related experience. Previous managerial or supervisor experience is a plus but not required.
• Ability, competence, and confidence to lead people.
• Effective interpersonal skills.
• Experience with business finance, particularly to supply side economics.
• Knowledge and experience with Supplier contracting and negotiations.
• Knowledge and experience with Lean Manufacturing, DFT, JIT or similar principles.
• Good written communications skills are needed to communicate issues mitigation to key customers and Executive Management.
• Network with other Supply Chain professionals or organizations.
• Familiarity and working abilities with: Project Planning, charting and presentations, financial models.
• Proficient in utilizing business tools such as: E-mail, Microsoft Word, Excel, and PowerPoint.
• Experience with HCM (e.g., Workday) or equivalent ERP product and productivity software desired. Previous SAP MRP experience is a plus.

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Fighting cancer calls for big ideas.

We envision a world without fear of cancer. Achieving this vision takes dedication and commitment from all of us, every single day. That’s why we celebrate and value the distinctly beautiful and intersectional identities of each of our employees. We are a mirror of our patient-base, which allows us to innovate. Big ideas come from everywhere, and the best ideas are fostered by our unique individual experiences. At Varian, we encourage you to bring your whole self to work and believe your bold and authentic perspective will help to power more victories over cancer.

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