• Purchase goods, materials, components or services in line with specified cost, quality and delivery targets and follow up on any issues related to those orders.
• Ensure continuous supply of required goods and materials and communicate any supply challenges which may pose a risk or impact on business operations.
• Monitor market trends, competitor strategies and market suppliers. Explore alternate sources for goods and materials.
• Research and evaluate areas of opportunity and reduce costs where possible.
• Deliver briefs, updates and reports when required.
• Develop creative and innovative procurement processes.
• Develop ideas and strategies to improve operational efficiency, add value, aid business performance and work towards a strategy of continuous improvement.
• Assess and evaluate suppliers and undertake performance reviews to ensure contract compliance and manage performance improvement activities.
• Ensure that a professional and consistent approach is taken in relation to all supplier relationships.
• Ensure compliance to company guidelines, SOX requirements, existing company policies and procedures.
• Support product internal requests adding the required guidance, with a close interaction with Supply Operations and Manufacturing, and review and communicate the impact on capacity plans.
• Attend meetings and update others on issues or concerns, in particular when there is a risk of supply which could prevent the organization meeting customer demands or where there are over capacity concerns
• Acquire and maintain a technical understanding of the industry and products purchased.
• Work with Accounts Payable department and internal customers to ensure timelines of vendor payments and resolutions of problem PO's/invoices.
• Other ad hoc analysis and projects as deemed appropriate.
• Supervisory Responsibilities:
• This position will not have supervisory responsibility.
• Interaction
• Work closely with the other business partners including accounting/finance team, manufacturing operations, supply operations, quality, R&D vendors, and consultants.

• 3 years of relevant experience required, preferably within the medical device industry
• Proficiency in MRP systems required
• Bachelor's degree in a related field desirable

• Analytical, numerically astute with strong proven problem-solving abilities
• Highly skilled at building and maintaining effective and productive relationships with key stakeholders and suppliers
• Strong negotiation, communication, interpersonal and influencing skills
• Results orientated with the ability to plan and deliver against project deadlines
• Commercially and financially aware
• Keen attention to detail and accuracy
• High proficiency in Microsoft Office skills including Excel, PowerPoint, and Word
• Able to travel to other site locations and suppliers as necessary
• Creative and analytical with ability to add value, reduce costs and make business improvements
• Demonstrate a high level of accuracy and effective oral and written communication skills
• Experience working in a fast-paced environment with multi-project and multi-product manufacturing industry
• Excellent communication skills and work in a cross-functional environment

• Medical, Prescription, Dental, Vision Coverage
• Flexible Spending Account & Health Savings Account with Company match
• Employee Assistance Program
• Mental Health Resources
• Disability Coverage
• Life insurance
• Critical Illness and Accident Insurance
• Legal and Identity Theft Protection
• Pet Insurance
• Fertility and Maternity Assistance
• 401(k) with company match
• Flexible Time Off (FTO) and 11 paid holidays
• Paid Parental Leave

EEO Statement: Pacira is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer and does not discriminate against applicants because of race, color, religion, sex (including gender identity, sexual orientation, and pregnancy), national origin, age (40 or older), veteran status, disability or genetic information, or any other characteristic protected under applicable federal, state, or local law. At Pacira we are committed to intentionally cultivating a culture of inclusion where all feel welcomed and valued for their background, perspectives, and experiences. We hold one another accountable to promote trust and transparency in support of our communities and collective purpose.
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