PURCHASING MANAGER bei OrthoPediatrics Specialty Bracing

About OrthoPediatrics Specialty Bracing:

After over 50 years of leading the industry in pediatric orthotic solutions, we've joined forces with OrthoPediatrics to expand their Specialty Bracing Division. Together, we are a company that is dedicated to a very special Cause, that of improving the lives of children with orthopedic related conditions. While we do provide many special products to help kids, we are more than a product company. We are committed to the infinite Idea of improving healthcare for children and improving the lives of their families and friends. We are a unified team of people who believe that to change the world for children we must also invest in one another. Our culture is one that values people before profits, is committed to leadership development, values honesty and transparency, and provides space for people to take risks and try new things. OrthoPediatrics Specialty Bracing is a fulfilling place for personal growth and to make a difference in the lives of others.

Job Summary:

We are seeking an experienced and detail-oriented Purchasing Manager to lead and manage the procurement operations for our multi-location manufacturing and clinical operations.  The Purchasing Manager will be responsible for sourcing, negotiating, and purchasing raw materials, components, and services essential to our manufacturing and clinical processes. The purchasing manager will develop & mentor the team in Best-in-Class processes and procurement methods. This role is critical in ensuring cost-efficiency, supply chain continuity, regulatory compliance (ISO 13485), and the timely availability of materials to support production schedules.  Strong skills in communications, change management, lean, Kaizen, high performance entrepreneurial culture, plus a high level of curiosity are required

Key Responsibilities:

• Strategic Procurement:
  • Develop and implement purchasing strategies aligned with company goals.
  • Identify and qualify suppliers for raw materials, parts, and finished goods related to DME products.
  • Maintain a preferred supplier list based on performance, quality, pricing, and reliability.
• Vendor Management:
  • Negotiate contracts, pricing, and terms with suppliers to achieve cost savings and favorable terms.
  • Evaluate supplier performance using KPIs such as delivery time, quality, and responsiveness.
  • Maintain strong relationships with key vendors and identify opportunities for supplier consolidation.
• Inventory and Demand Planning:
  • Collaborate with production, engineering, and customer service teams to forecast material requirements.
  • Monitor inventory levels and ensure Just-In-Time (JIT) delivery where feasible to reduce holding costs.
  • Manage and track purchase orders to ensure timely delivery.
• Regulatory and Quality Compliance:
  • Ensure all purchased materials comply with FDA, ISO 13485, and other applicable regulatory requirements for DME products.
  • Work closely with Quality Assurance to resolve supplier quality issues.
  • Maintain accurate procurement records for audits and inspections.
• Process Improvement:
  • Continuously improve procurement processes and systems to increase efficiency and reduce costs.
  • Implement ERP/MRP system best practices for purchasing functions.
  • Evaluate opportunities for automation and digital procurement tools.
• Team Leadership:
  • Manage and develop the procurement team, providing guidance and performance feedback.
  • Coordinate cross-functional collaboration with Engineering, Production, Quality, and Finance departments.
  • Hands on approach, highly involved from top to bottom, a proactive doer.
  • Problem solving skills, creativity, with a strong curiosity.

Qualifications:

Education:

• 4 year degree.
• APICS, CPM, or CSCP certification is a plus.

Experience:

• Minimum of 5–7 years of purchasing or procurement experience in a manufacturing environment, preferably in the medical device or DME sector.
• Proven experience with contract negotiation, vendor management, and supply chain optimization.

Skills:

• Strong knowledge of procurement best practices and ERP/MRP systems (e.g., SAP, Oracle, NetSuite).
• Familiarity with FDA regulations, ISO 13485, and cGMP requirements.
• Excellent analytical, organizational, and problem-solving skills.
• Effective communication and leadership abilities.

Physical Demands:

• Daily warehouse and manufacturing process activities.
• Occasional light lifting to 25 pounds
• Able to walk, lift, bend, reach, climb, on a daily basis.

Work Environment:

• Office-based with regular visits to production areas.
• May require occasional travel.

Benefits Offered for Eligible Employees:

• Medical Insurance
• Dental Insurance
• Vision Insurance
• Long & Short-Term Disability
• Life Insurance and AD&D
• Retirement Savings Plan
• Paid Time Off (PTO) & Holidays  

Equal Opportunity Employer:
 
OPSB is proud in its commitment to creating a diverse workforce and providing equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, parental status, national origin, age, disability, citizenship status, genetic information or characteristics, marital status, status as a Vietnam era veteran, special disabled veteran, or other protected veteran in accordance with applicable federal, state and local laws, and any other characteristic protected by law.
This job description is not intended to be and should not be construed as an all- inclusive list of all the responsibilities and working conditions of the position. While it is intended to accurately reflect the position activities and requirements, management reserves the right to modify, add or remove duties and assign other duties as necessary.