Procurement Specialist

At MIMEDX, our purpose starts with helping humans heal. We are driven by discovering and developing regenerative biologics utilizing human placental tissue to provide breakthrough therapies addressing the unmet medical needs for patients across multiple areas of healthcare. Possessing a strong portfolio of industry leading surgical & advanced wound care products combined with a promising clinical pipeline, we are committed to making a transformative impact on the lives of patients we serve globally.

We are excited to add a Procurement Specialist to our Procurement team! The position will pay between $70,000 - $85,000 based on previous relevant experience and educational credentials. This is a full-time role hybrid role with a few days a week working at our Marietta office.

POSITION SUMMARY:

Partner with stakeholders across MIMEDX to develop a comprehensive understanding of material and service requirements, delivering value through strategic sourcing, cost optimization, and effective procurement solutions. Collaborate cross-functionally to ensure business needs are met while supporting the company's operational and financial objectives. Leverage AI-driven tools and data insights to enhance productivity, strengthen decision-making, and drive innovative procurement practices that build strong supplier partnerships and contribute to overall organizational success.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Plan and execute procurement of materials and services from suppliers by creating and maintaining purchase orders.
• Evaluate new and existing suppliers, materials, and services to create synergy across business organizations.
• Collaborate with cross-functional stakeholders to advance supply chain initiatives that support the company's strategic objectives.
• Maintain current knowledge of industry trends, opportunities, channels, products, and competitors to support supplier development opportunities.
• Track and report assigned spend areas, supplier performance, compliance metrics, and key performance indicators for business-critical suppliers.
• Maintain strong supplier relationships and communications to confirm shipping schedules, monitor open purchase orders, and ensure on-time deliveries.
• Proactively report and resolve material availability issues while providing supply status and shipment tracking to internal customers.
• Monitor and update QAD to ensure data integrity and accuracy.
• Own supplier relationship management activities and foster an environment of trust and cooperation.
• Identify and utilize AI-powered tools for daily tasks, including data analysis, report generation, and content creation.
• Manage the contract lifecycle management (CLM) tool, ensuring accurate configuration, timely updates, and compliance with organizational policies.

EDUCATION/EXPERIENCE:

• Prefer Bachelors Degree in Business Administration, Procurement or Supply Chain
• 1 to 3 years of experience in Procurement and/or Supply Chain
• Demonstrated experience using AI-powered software and platforms
• Certified Purchasing Manager (CPM), Certified in Production and Inventory Management (CPIM) or Certified Supply Chain Professional (CSCP) designation preferred
• Prefer experience working in a regulated industry such as medical device or similar current Good Manufacturing Practices (cGMP) environment

SKILLS/COMPETENCIES:

• Ability to gain trust and confidence of internal stakeholders and the supplier base.
• Strong persuasive communication skills, both oral and written, with the ability to support multiple functional areas.
• Familiarity with general AI concepts and their practical applications to streamline daily tasks and communications.
• Project management skills with the ability to track, report, and deliver expected results from start to finish.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office 365.

WORK ENVIRONMENT:

This position is a hybrid role, and the work is typically performed in an office environment