Procurement Manager

Cochlear is the global market leader in implant hearing solutions. Cochlear's mission is to help people hear and be heard. Around the world, more people chose a Cochlear-branded hearing implant system than any other. A Cochlear Implant is an electronic device that is surgically implanted under the skin near the ear that restores hearing to those who suffer from severe hearing loss. It’s an incredible piece of engineering and the only product in the world that restores a sense through technology. Imagine using your experience to help people around the world to hear again. We can offer a unique opportunity to join Cochlear, an iconic Australian company, leading the world in implantable hearing solutions. Our mission is to help more people to hear.

The Opportunity

Cochlear are looking for a Procurement Manager to lead, manage and perform procurement activities from new product development / projects through to the ongoing supply of quality goods and services whilst delivering maximum value for Cochlear along with the achievement of set key performance indicators (KPI’s).

Key to the role is the ability to effectively partner with both internal and external stakeholders, take overall accountability for procurement activities and team, for the assigned product portfolio, categories and suppliers

This is a permanent full-time role based in our global headquarters in Macquarie University.

Key Responsibilities:

• Management of the assigned procurement team members, and associated product portfolios, from product development / project support through to ongoing supply of quality goods and services in maximising value, delivering to set KPI’s especially cost reduction.
• Supporting Strategic Sourcing in providing procurement and commercial support during all phases of product development and projects as requested. Act as the interface with new and existing suppliers to support and create value for new product development or projects as requested.
• Overseeing procurement activities during product development, handover and launch such as but not limited to supplier capability and production readiness, supplier performance management, order and stock management, forecasting and contract execution.
• Responsible for supplier performance measurement, communication, issue and risk management during and post launch phases.
• Responsible for overall supplier delivery management for assigned product portfolios and categories.
• Responsible for influencing internal stakeholders and customers to adopt and comply with strategic sourcing and procurement management policies, processes and systems

About You:

As we grow our global operations, we are looking for people with highly specialised skills and capabilities who share our passion for delivering quality hearing solutions to our customers. To add value to Cochlear in this role you'll be able to demonstrate the following skills and experience:

Minimum:

• Tertiary qualification in a relevant discipline (business, management, legal, commercial)
• Experience in a commercial environment, incorporating project, service delivery, technology or supplier management
• Astute in the management and operation of suppliers with proven ability to assess the capability suppliers and commercial proposals
• Strong negotiation skills with a proven track record in supplier management
• Sound understanding of supplier contracts and the initiative to seek timely advice on technical and operational perspectives from both internal and external sources to ensure the most favourable commercial outcomes
• A strong communicator, able to build positive stakeholder relationships

Ideal:

• Knowledge of and exposure to high-tech manufacturing or engineering-focused manufacturing environments.
• Exposure to advanced sourcing methodologies and models.
• Exposure to quality and regulatory systems for medical device companies.
• Exposure to Lean methodologies or other continuous improvement tools and thinking.

Cochlear’s mission is to help people hear and be heard. As the global leader in implantable hearing solutions, Cochlear is dedicated to helping people with moderate to profound hearing loss experience a life full of hearing. We aim to give people the best lifelong hearing experience and access to innovative future technologies. We collaborate with the industry’s best clinical, research and support networks. That’s why more people choose Cochlear than any other hearing implant company. Learn and grow with us as we tackle the most complex challenges in helping more people to hear and experience life’s opportunities.

If you feel that you have the skills and experience to be successful in this role and take on new challenges to build your career with Cochlear, please start your application by clicking the apply button below.

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How we recognise your contribution

We want Cochlear to be a place where our people truly enjoy coming to work. Through our internal programs and employee benefits, we aim to create an environment where our people will feel value and supported. Whether your focus is on continuous learning, professional development or simply finding an environment which enables you to thrive whilst balancing family or personal life commitments, then we have several programs in place to support you.

For more information about Life at Cochlear, visit www.cochlearcareers.com

At Cochlear we value and welcome the unique contributions, perspectives, experiences, and backgrounds of our employees and aim to build a culture that celebrates and leverages these differences, creating a sense of belonging and enabling our people to realise their full potential. We offer flexible working arrangements, and we understand flexibility is not the same for everyone. We're open to a conversation about what flexibility means for you.