NPI/Indirect Buyer

CONMED Corporation

. Lead sourcing and procurement activities for assigned NPI projects from concept through commercial launch .

Posted 10/5/2026full-timeRemote • Florida • United StatesMid-LevelSenior💰 $98,400 - $125,400 per yearWebsite

Core Competencies

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in strategic sourcing, supplier management, and procurement processes within regulated manufacturing environments, with a strong focus on NPI and product launch support. Proficient in cost modeling, spend analysis, and cross-functional collaboration to drive supplier performance and project readiness.

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Strategic SourcingSupplier ManagementNPI SupportCost ModelingCross-Functional Collaboration

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Hard Skills

PurchasingProcurementSupply Chain ManagementSupplier QualificationShould-Cost AnalysisTotal Cost of OwnershipLean ManufacturingValue EngineeringProject ManagementAnalytical Skills

Soft Skills

NegotiationProblem-SolvingCommunicationStakeholder Management

Tools & Technologies

OracleMicrosoft ExcelProcurement Tools

Certifications & Qualifications

CPSMCPMCSCPCPIM

Industry Keywords

Regulated ManufacturingMedical Device DevelopmentSupplier OnboardingCategory ManagementIndirect Procurement

Tech Stack

Tools & technologies

ERPOracle

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Lead sourcing and procurement activities for assigned NPI projects from concept through commercial launch
Participate as the purchasing representative on cross-functional product development teams
Develop sourcing strategies for new components, assemblies, tooling, equipment, and services required for product launches
Identify, evaluate, onboard, and manage suppliers capable of supporting new technologies and product requirements
Ensure supplier capacity, tooling, lead times, and manufacturing readiness align with launch schedules
Drive supplier participation in design reviews, development activities, and technical discussions
Support sourcing initiatives across assigned indirect spend categories
Conduct spend analysis and identify opportunities for cost reduction, supplier consolidation, and process improvement
Manage RFIs, RFQs, and RFPs and lead supplier negotiations for pricing, contracts, and service agreements
Support stakeholder requirements across Operations, Engineering, Facilities, IT, Finance, HR, Marketing, and other business functions
Develop and execute sourcing strategies aligned with business objectives and financial targets
Partner with Supplier Quality and Engineering on supplier qualification, validation, and approval activities
Monitor supplier performance related to quality, delivery, responsiveness, and launch readiness
Drive corrective actions and mitigation plans when supplier risks are identified
Maintain sourcing timelines, milestones, deliverables, and project readiness metrics
Communicate risks, dependencies, and mitigation plans to stakeholders and leadership
Support should-cost analysis, cost modeling, and total cost of ownership evaluations
Identify and implement cost savings, cost avoidance, and value improvement opportunities
Maintain supplier, sourcing, contract, and procurement data within Oracle and related systems
Track procurement KPIs, sourcing milestones, supplier performance, and project readiness metrics
Develop spend analytics and reporting to support category management and sourcing decisions
Provide regular updates to sourcing leadership and project teams

Requirements

What you’ll need

Bachelor's degree in Supply Chain Management, Business Administration, Engineering, Operations Management, Finance, or a related field
3-5+ years of experience in Purchasing, Procurement, Strategic Sourcing, Supply Chain, or Materials Management within a manufacturing environment
This position is not eligible for employer based sponsorship
Preferred: 5+ years of procurement or sourcing experience within a regulated manufacturing environment
Experience supporting NPI, product launches, supplier onboarding, or engineering change management processes
Experience supporting medical device product development and commercialization activities
Knowledge of supplier qualification, validation, quality systems, and FDA-regulated manufacturing environments
Experience leading strategic sourcing initiatives and category management programs
Experience with supplier cost modeling, should-cost analysis, and total cost of ownership methodologies
Professional certifications such as CPSM, CPM, CSCP, or CPIM
Familiarity with Lean Manufacturing, Value Engineering, and Continuous Improvement methodologies
Experience managing supplier relationships, RFQs, supplier negotiations, and commercial agreements
Knowledge of indirect procurement categories including capital equipment, tooling, MRO, facilities, logistics, professional services, and IT
Experience working cross-functionally with Engineering, Operations, Planning, Quality, Finance, and Product Development teams
Proficiency with ERP systems (Oracle preferred), Microsoft Excel, and procurement tools
Strong analytical, negotiation, project management, and problem-solving skills
Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills

Benefits

Comp & perks

Competitive compensation
Excellent healthcare including medical, dental, vision and prescription coverage
Short & long term disability plus life insurance -- cost paid fully by CONMED
Retirement Savings Plan (401K) -- CONMED matches your contributions dollar for dollar, with the potential for up to 7% per pay period
Employee Stock Purchase Plan -- allows stock purchases at discounted price
Tuition assistance for undergraduate and graduate level courses
Employee Referral Program incentives