Supply Chain & Procurement Specialist — Medical Devices
📍 Bedford, Massachusetts / Onsite | Full-Time
About the company
You’ll join a high-growth medical device company with recent FDA clearance , now ready to transition from R&D to full-scale commercial manufacturing. This is your chance to help build what matters — supporting teams developing life-changing products under real-world regulatory requirements.
What your impact will be
As a central node in the supply chain function, you’ll :
- Own purchasing and planning of components, raw materials, and services to support manufacturing, engineering, and clinical operations
- Ensure supply continuity by managing supplier relationships, performance metrics, and risk mitigation
- Translate demand forecasts and production schedules into accurate material sourcing plans
- Negotiate pricing, lead times, contracts, discounts, and delivery terms to optimize cost, quality, and reliability
- Maintain and improve planning data and processes within ERP / MRP systems
- Partner cross-functionally (quality, regulatory, manufacturing, R&D) to align on product launches, change control, and compliance
- Monitor key metrics (inventory turns, supplier scorecards, cost variance, shortage risks) and drive continuous improvements
- Participate in supply chain initiatives — e.g. new supplier development, lean practices, demand planning enhancements
What we’re looking for
Bachelor’s degree in Supply Chain, Operations, Business, or related field (or equivalent experience)5+ years of hands-on experience in procurement, material planning, or supply chain in a manufacturing environmentFluency with MRP / ERP systems; familiarity with planning modules, purchase order flows, and reportingStrong negotiation, problem-solving, and communication skillsResults-driven, detail-oriented, and able to juggle multiple prioritiesExperience dealing with dynamic, fast-paced environments, with shifting prioritiesBonus / nice-to-haves
Experience working in the medical device, biotech, or regulated manufacturing industryFamiliarity with FDA, ISO, or QMS-driven environmentsExperience using QAD or similar ERP platformsTrack record of improving supplier performance, cost savings, or process optimizationWhy this role stands out
You’ll be working in a company that already has FDA clearance , advancing from development to commercial scaleYou’ll directly shape supply chain strategy in a regulated environment — it’s not just “buy and deliver,” it’s a mission-critical operationYou’ll collaborate cross-functionally with high-impact teams (R&D, quality, regulatory, operations)You’ll have autonomy and opportunity to drive process improvements and scale systemsIt’s a chance to build experience in medtech / highly regulated manufacturing — a rare credentialIf you have strong supply chain acumen, enjoy operating in high-stakes environments, and want a role where your contributions matter, let’s talk.