The Senior Supply Chain Specialist manages the procurement process for Nalu’s product portfolio and ensures the timely and cost-effective acquisition of requisite products and services. This individual is an expert in strategic sourcing, supplier relationship management, and collaboration with cross-functional teams to support the company’s operational and financial goals. RESPONSIBILITIES: - Develops and implements procurement strategies for raw materials and assemblies required for Nalu’s medical devices
- Makes decisions that consider internal & external constraints and needs of other groups with the ability to communicate those strategies vertically and horizontally across the organization
- Identifies, evaluates, and selects suppliers based on quality, cost, and delivery performance
- Negotiates contracts, terms, and pricing with suppliers to achieve optimal value
- Represents Nalu’s business interests to external suppliers and entities.
- Monitors supplier performance and manage relationships to ensure compliance with contractual obligations and company standards.
- Collaborates with internal stakeholders such as R&D, Quality Assurance, and Regulatory Affairs to align procurement and inventory activities with business needs
- Builds bridges across teams to improve product deliverables and elevate the technical standard of the Operations department
- Conducts market research and stay updated on industry trends to identify new sourcing opportunities and mitigate risks.
- Develops a deep understanding of product needs and recommend solutions for competing technical choices
- Manages inventory levels and coordinate with logistics to ensure timely delivery of products
- Maintains accurate procurement records and generates reports for management review.
- Extracts and interprets inventory transactions to derive business intelligence applicable to optimize Operations department performance
- Ensures compliance with all relevant regulations, standards, and company policies.
QUALIFICATIONS: - Minimum of 7 years of experience in procurement, preferably in the medical devices industry
- Bachelor’s degree in Supply Chain Management, Business Administration, or a related field
- Strong negotiation, communication, and interpersonal skills
- Ability to deliver technically relevant communications to functional groups in an easy-to-understand format
- Proven ability to manage supplier relationships and break new ground within supply base to achieve cost and reliability improvements
- Knowledge of regulatory requirements and quality standards for Class II medical devices
- Proficiency in MRP procurement software and lean Supply Chain principles (e.g. kanban, statistics-based supply planning)
- Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite and modern ERP systems, NetSuite experience a plus
- Strong analytical and problem-solving skills
- Experience in leading a team to think objectively and provides new ideas with supporting data for consideration when challenging current data and assumptions
- Ability to assess reality and set clear functional priorities in stressed situations; support/influence adherence to processes
- Available to travel up to 5-8% of the calendar year for business purposes
| 
