Raw Material Planner / Buyer
Integra Lifesciences
- Focus on Procurement Analytics & Financial Support
- Developed and executed procurement strategies, working closely with Supply Chain, Planning, and Quality teams to ensure optimal material supply and cost control
- Collaborated with internal departments to resolve supplier-related issues, including discrepancies in material quality and delivery
- Led initiatives to evaluate new suppliers and streamline the supplier evaluation process, contributing to improved procurement practices
- Supported budget objectives by optimizing raw material costs, resulting in reduced procurement expenses
- Created a centralized SharePoint site to track procurement KPIs, commodity expenses, and team contributions, driving visibility and compliance across procurement activities
- Worked on procurement activities to ensure continuous supply, from purchase order processing to timely vendor negotiations and compliance with corporate standards
- Championed the adoption of lean principles within the material planning function, leading to increased efficiency through process standardization and elimination of waste.
- Monitored arrivals and prioritized inbound shipments with transportation department.
- Enhanced supply chain visibility with regular updates on material status, ensuring timely delivery of products to customers.
