By living according to a common set of values, we create a culture that unifies, embraces the uniqueness we all bring to the company, and positions Integer for long-term success.At Integer, our values are embedded in everything we do.Customer We focus on our customers’ successInnovation We create better solutionsCollaboration We create success togetherInclusion We always interact with others respectfullyCandor We are open and honest with one anotherIntegrity We do the right things and do things rightJob Summary:The primary purpose of this position is to manage the purchasing team and the purchasing processes. The role is a hands-on purchasing role and the incumbent, as manager of the function, will be expected to span the range from annual strategic planning to the daily challenges of ensuring supply to manufacturing and the New Ross site in general. By combining detailed knowledge of the purchasing processes with excellent understanding of good procurement practices, the incumbent will drive the continuous improvement of our purchasing processes from the use of MRP to anticipate needs, sourcing, ordering, delivery and closure when the AP process completes.Accountabilities & Responsibilities:Adheres to Integer’s Values and all safety, environmental, security and quality requirements including, but not limited to: Quality Management Systems (QMS), Safety, Environmental and Security Management Systems, U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) regulations, company policies and operating procedures, and other regulatory requirements.Responsible for leading the purchasing team providing direction and clarity of communication so that, as a team, the group understand the key company objectives, are motivated and perform to an appropriate level.Responsible for driving the development of the purchasing processes used in Oracle E-Business Suite to convert requirements identified in MRP into purchase orders that ensure the efficient on-time availability of the manufacturing inputs and the optimal use of inventory.Responsible for ensuring that the purchasing processes also support the sourcing and availability of non-BOM and MRO items critical to manufacturing while maintaining appropriate control of inventory levels. In particular, takes responsibility to ensure the management of inventory with shelf-life limitations.Responsible for ensuring the accuracy and completeness of data in the supplier order to invoice cycle such that supplier payments can be handled effectively via the Integer central payment processes. Collaborates with the central AP department to ensure appropriately timely payments are made and that suppliers respect and support Integer as a customer.Responsible through collaboration with the Integer Corporate Purchasing team for ensuring that supplier pricing is continuously monitored and challenged to ensure optimal value for money for the company. Where appropriate participate in supplier negotiations that are intended to meet the global needs of the company. Oversee and appropriately manage negotiations and contracts of exclusively local service suppliers.Responsible for ensuring timely analysis and reporting of purchasing and inventory data and outcomes to the corporate monthly, quarterly and annual requirements. Responsible by implication for ensuring that buyers fully understand key metrics and work to deliver target outcomes on key metrics consistently. Provides technical leadership and training to buyers to ensure the entire purchasing team understand and properly deploy the appropriate planning principles using the correct processes in the ERP system.Provides managerial guidance and coaching to the purchasing team to ensure each team member understands their role and responsibilities and has the skills and training to perform their duties from a position of confidence and commitment.Contributes to the optimization of all inventories from in-house holdings of raw materials, non-BOM manufacturing items, consumables and MRO materials. This will include alignment with and reporting into a corporate-wide PFEP management and tracking toolset.As a leader within the Supply Chain Management team, takes ownership to ensure that all relevant Supply Chain processes that are key to effective Sales & Operations Planning are deployed with appropriate discipline with respect to timing and reporting. Become a key advocate and effective proponent of an ever-improving S&OP framework.Contributes to the ongoing improvement of master data accuracy through sustainable processes and discipline. This is critical to ensure a high level of confidence in the processes that depend on such data.Works collaboratively with NPI to ensure that New Product introduction processes work effectively and are oriented to deliver of all New Products to customer expectation with respect to timing and ramp up.Works with finance to manage the E&O process and provides the drive to ensure that end-of-life inventory that should be written off is written off and disposed of responsibly.Works with the company’s Supplier Quality Management framework to ensure that all supplier audit requirements are met and any actions identified as a result are communicated and followed up on appropriately.When appropriate, sponsors Supplier Change Requests into the company using the appropriate elements of the Quality Management System and takes responsibility to ensure timely decision making and resolution of any supplier-requested changes by the company. Will often need to take the lead on communications between the supplier and the company.Contributes appropriately to the Continuous Improvement culture within the company and collaborates responsibly with the CI function to ensure that Quality, Service and Cost are all improving to expectation and to budget concurrently.Works with appropriate appreciation for and vigilance with respect to the regulatory requirements that govern Class III medical device manufacturer. This requirement will be met principally by pro-active collaboration with the relevant experts and managers within the quality and regulatory management framework and not a reliance on individual knowledge or opinion.Performs other duties as required from time to time.Education & Experience:Minimum Education:Bachelor’s degree in a relevant business or related field is expected.Master’s Degree in a purchasing or planning discipline will be advantageous. Minimum Experience: 5 years’ experience working in a purchasing leadership role. Demonstrable progression in the level of responsibility held. Knowledge & Skills:Special Skills: Proven communication and effective networking skills. Excellent planning skills with an aptitude for analysis and data driven decision making. Modelling skills with a capability to deal with large data sets and distill critical patterns. Specialized Knowledge: Direct experience of working with centralized ERP tools is essential. Direct experience of Oracle E-Business Suite a distinct advantage. Good understanding of concepts like PFEP will accelerate success.Other: Good managerial and administrative skills with a track record of problem solving. A history of effective technical leadership through training will be very desirable. A fast learner with a track record of implementing process improvements will succeed. Project management capabilities will be a welcome addition. Working knowledge of Continuous Improvement tools/methodologies.U.S. Applicants: EOE/AA Disability/Veteran