Operational Procurement Manager

The Operational Procurement Manager ensures the efficient and cost-effective acquisition of goods and services for the company. 

The manager ensures compliance with company processes, policies and legal requirements while striving for continuous improvement in procurement strategies. 

Working in concert with various departments, they strategically plan procurement activities, leverage data, promote strategic thinking, and demonstrate a collaborative leadership approach. 

Specific Duties and Responsibilities 

• Maintain an active role in day-to-day operations while developing and supporting a combination of Procurement Schedulers and/or Procurement Buyers.

• Design and execute policies and procedures related to the preparation, accuracy, completeness and maintenance of Planned Orders, Purchase Requisitions and Purchase Orders in ERP.

• Ensure team members create and maintain ERP records according to policies, ensure data accuracy and proper authorization, solve issues with suppliers and other teams, communicate with internal stakeholders, and report on performance against KPIs and goals. 

• Select, manage, train, and develop staff. Establish objectives and assignments and provide ongoing feedback through performance reviews and development plans. 

• Lead a team that delivers value to our organization by reducing costs, avoiding risks, improving margins, and enhancing supplier performance across all dimensions. 

• Demonstrates deep understanding of Penumbra procurement processes with strong technical skills related to procurement systems, ERP, and reporting processes. 

• Contribute to the general development of the organizational processes and methods - including active participation in team development, transaction efficiency and service level improvement aligned with procurement strategies. 

• Develop team members' supplier engagement and communication skills, serve as escalation point and align with other Procurement teams and departments. 

• Lead and mentor employees in your team to develop future leaders in the supply chain function. 

• Recruit, train, and grow team members to support business needs. 

• Lead continuous improvement initiatives and projects to enhance supply chain performance and efficiency. 

• Develop and maintain monthly, quarterly, and annual reports demonstrating the ability to validate, organize and present data in support of decision-making processes. 

• Partner cross-functionally to deliver value in various areas, such as audit support, team training, shortage management, root cause analysis, variance monitoring, and mitigation planning. 

• Document and ensure consistence practices. 

• Adhere to the Company’s Quality Management System (QMS) as well as domestic and global quality system regulations, standards, and procedures. 

• Understand relevant security, privacy and compliance principles and adhere to the regulations, standards, and procedures that are applicable to the Company. 

• Ensure other members of the department follow the QMS, regulations, standards, and procedures. 

• Perform other work-related duties as assigned.   

Position Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in supply chain or related field with 8+ years of experience in material planning, inventory management, purchasing, and 2+ years of direct management experience or equivalent combination of education and or demonstrated experience  

• Degree in business, supply chain, logistics, inventory management, or a related field preferred. 

• Medical device, pharmaceutical, biotech, or other regulated industry experience desired 

• Experience with SAP Materials Management solutions. 

• Knowledge of manufacturing processes and supply chain management. 

• Strong oral, written, and interpersonal communication skills 

• Ability to process data, analyze information, think critically, identify cause-and-effect relationships, solve complex problems 

• High degree of accuracy and attention to detail 

• Proficiency with MS Word, Excel, and PowerPoint 

• Proficiency in SAP Materials management or similar ERP  

• Excellent organizational skills with ability to prioritize assignments while handling various projects simultaneously. 

• Formulate and report analysis using quantitative and qualitative analytic skills 

• Ability to collaborate cross-functionally 

Working Conditions  

• General office environment. 

• Willingness and ability to work on site. 

• May have business travel from 0-25%.  

• Potential exposure to blood-borne pathogens 

• Requires some lifting and moving of up to 20 pounds 

• Must be able to move between buildings and floors.  

• Must be able to remain stationary and use a computer or other standard office equipment, such as a printer or copy machine, for an extensive period of time each day.   

• Must be able to read, prepare emails, and produce documents and spreadsheets.    

• Must be able to move within the office and access file cabinets or supplies, as needed.  

• Must be able to communicate and exchange accurate information with employees at all levels on a daily basis. 

Starting base salary: $125,000 to $190,000

We offer a competitive compensation package plus a benefits and equity program, when applicable.

Individual total compensation will vary based on factors such as qualifications, skill level, competencies, and work location. 

What We Offer

•A collaborative teamwork environment where learning is constant, and performance is rewarded.

•The opportunity to be part of the team that is revolutionizing the treatment of some of the world's most devastating diseases.

•A generous benefits package for eligible employees that includes medical, dental, vision, life, AD&D, short and long-term disability insurance, 401(k) with employer match, an employee stock purchase plan, paid parental leave, eleven paid company holidays per year, a minimum of fifteen days of accrued vacation per year, which increases with tenure, and paid sick time in compliance with applicable law(s).

Penumbra, Inc., headquartered in Alameda, California, is a global healthcare company focused on innovative therapies. Penumbra designs, develops, manufactures, and markets novel products and has a broad portfolio that addresses challenging medical conditions in markets with significant unmet need. Penumbra sells its products to hospitals and healthcare providers primarily through its direct sales organization in the United States, most of Europe, Canada, and Australia, and through distributors in select international markets. The Penumbra logo is a trademark of Penumbra, Inc.

Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, disability, military or veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local laws.

If you reside in the State of California, please also refer to Penumbra's Privacy Notice for California Residents.

For additional information on Penumbra’s commitment to being an equal opportunity employer, please see Penumbra's AAP Policy Statement.