Manager, Procurement & Planning - Bracco Medical Technologies

Job Duties

Why Join Bracco Medical Technologies?

We care as much about our employees as we do our patients. Our culture fosters a work environment where employees can thrive, be passionate and have fun along the way.Each member of the Bracco Medical Technologies team has the power to make a difference......every day!

The Manager, Procurement & Planning leads all procurement (direct and indirect) and site-level supply chain planning activities for the Eden Prairie manufacturing facility. This role manages a team of buyers and planners to ensure material availability, effective production planning, and on-time shipment execution, while driving strategies that support short- and long-term business objectives. The role maintains compliance with company policies and quality standards and partners closely with operations, engineering, quality, finance, and corporate teams to deliver strong site performance and meet customer commitments.

Primary Duties & Responsibilities:

Leadership

Lead, develop, and coach team responsible for procurement and planning functions

Recruit, onboard, and train team members to build a high-performing organization

Evaluate and develop employee performance through the BMT talent development process; establish clear metrics and drive accountability

Lead supply chain-related initiatives, including product launches, line extensions, and process improvements

Provide procurement and planning leadership within site operating mechanisms

Partner cross-functionally with operations, engineering, quality, and finance to align priorities and execution; communicate effectively with internal and external stakeholders

Act as site lead for ERP planning and purchasing system utilization, ensuring effective use, compliance, and process discipline

Champion continuous improvement to enhance processes, systems, efficiency, cost, and service levels

Procurement

Lead all site procurement activities, including sourcing, purchasing, and supplier management for direct and indirect materials and services supporting Eden Prairie Capital Equipment Manufacturing

Support non-inventory procurement across the site, ensuring effective processes, service levels, and compliance with Bracco Global Procurement policies

Develop and execute purchasing strategies aligned with demand volumes, cost targets, and working capital objectives

Establish delivery schedules and order strategies to ensure material availability across production and service while optimizing inventory and cash flow

Identify, evaluate, and develop reliable suppliers; build and maintain strong partnerships with key suppliers

Oversee supplier selection, onboarding, negotiations, and contract execution in close partnership with Legal

Manage supplier performance, including monitoring, issue resolution, and continuous improvement initiatives

Partner with suppliers to resolve quality or delivery issues and implement corrective and preventive actions

Assess, manage, and mitigate supply chain risks to ensure continuity of supply

Collaborate cross-functionally with warehouse, production, and operations teams to support effective material management

Drive compliance with Bracco Global Procurement and Quality policies and requirements

Site Supply Chain Planning

Lead and oversee site supply chain planning activities for in-house manufacturing of capital equipment, accessories, and service parts, including MRP execution, production planning, materials and inventory planning, and supply and distribution planning.

Provide direction and prioritization to the Supply Chain Planner(s) responsible for daily execution of MRP accuracy, purchase signals, and production support activities

Monitor and improve MRP data integrity and system accuracy to ensure effective planning and execution outcomes

Identify and resolve material and production constraints, escalating systemic issues and driving long-term corrective actions

Oversee the development and maintenance of the site build plan in coordination with procurement, operations engineering, and manufacturing teams

Support global supply planning and distribution activities as they relate to site execution and customer & region fulfillment

Ensure alignment between production schedules, material availability, and customer shipment requirements to support on-time delivery performance

Partner closely with Corporate Supply Chain to align site execution with broader strategic and global supply objectives, including S&OP / IBP processes

Drive continuous improvement in planning processes to improve service levels, reduce variability, and increase supply chain responsiveness

Qualifications (Knowledge, Skills & Abilities):

Minimum

Bachelor's degree in Supply Chain, Business, Operations, or related field is preferred. In lieu of degree, 7+ years of progressively responsible experience in purchasing, planning, supply chain, or manufacturing operations, including supervisory or leadership experience, may be considered

5+ years of experience in procurement, supply chain planning, materials management, or operations within a manufacturing environment

Strong understanding of MRP systems, production planning, and materials flow in a manufacturing environment

Excellent written, verbal and interpersonal communication skills, with the ability to develop and maintain business partner relationships across all levels both within and outside of the organization

Strong analytical skills with ability to solve complex problems

Knowledge of FDA & ISO requirements

Demonstrated Leadership skills and ability to influence and drive change both internally and externally

Ability to travel both domestically and internationally up to 15% of the time

Preferred:

Proven experience managing both direct and indirect procurement activities in a production or site-based setting

5+ years SAP experience

ISM or APICS Certified

Contract negotiation knowledge and experience

Lean/Continuous Improvement knowledge and experience

Compensation & Total Rewards:

Estimated Starting Salary Range: $120,000 - $130,000

*Estimated Starting Salary Range is reflective of the range Bracco Medical Technologies reasonably expects to pay for the position. The range provided is based on salary and market data specific to the position.

Total Rewards:

Paid Time Off, Company Holidays & Paid Family Leave- We provide PTO and Company Holidays to help you recharge, relax and do what's important to you, when it's important to you. Our 100% paid family leave options for parents, grandparents and eligible family members provide support for growing families as well.

Achieve- Beyond competitive compensation, we offer options to help you plan for a financially secure future, including an annual incentive plan and 401k savings plan contributions.

Live well- We offer comprehensive benefit options to help protect you along the way, including medical, dental, vision, and life insurance, employer HSA contributions, employee assistance program, short-term disability, etc.

Evolve- Through structured on-the-job learning, workshops, seminars, and our tuition reimbursement program, you'll find many opportunities to grow, personally and professionally.

Choose- You won't find "stuffy" here-whether your position requires a hybrid or in-the-office working arrangement. That means business casual for your attire and flexibility in your schedule, wherever possible.

Bracco Medical Technologies is an Affirmative Action/Equal Opportunity Employer. Bracco Medical Technologies desires priority referrals of protected veterans for all openings.

ACIST Medical is an equal opportunity employer and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.

Minimum Education Required

Bachelor Degree

Minimum Experience Required

7 - 20 years

Shift

First (Day)

Number of Openings

1

Public Transportation Accessible

Yes

Veterans Encouraged to Apply

No

Physical Required

Yes

Drug Test Required

Yes

Compensation

$11.41 / Hourly

Postal Code

55344

Job Type

Full Time

Place of Work

On-site

Requisition ID

ed36a222b8821000dfad56fc317e0000

Job Benefits

Not specified