Purchasing Manager

QualStaff Resources; Irvine (CA); On-site; USD 130,000 - 160,000; Full time

Job summary

QualStaff Resources in Irvine, CA, seeks a Purchasing Manager for Medical Device Manufacturing to lead supplier selection, negotiation, and contracting. This role ensures compliant procurement and strong supplier performance on site.

The position requires exemplary experience in purchasing and ERP/MRP systems, with knowledge of FDA/ISO 13485 standards and collaboration across cross-functional teams.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Business, Supply Chain Management, Engineering, or related field.
• 7+ years of purchasing/procurement/supply chain management experience, ideally in the medical device industry.
• Experience managing supplier relationships and contracting.
• Hands-on experience with ERP/MRP systems.
• Knowledge of FDA and ISO 13485 regulations.

Responsibilities

• Lead purchasing operations, including supplier selection, negotiation, and contracting.
• Manage supplier relationships, performance metrics, and quality compliance.
• Oversee materials planning and supply risk management.
• Support product development and manufacturing sourcing strategies.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to ensure supply chain efficiency and compliance.

Skills

7+ years experience

Education

Bachelor's degree in Business, Supply Chain Management, Engineering, or related field

Tools

ERP/MRP systems

Job description

Purchasing Manager – Medical Device Manufacturing

QUICK FACTS

Location: Irvine, CA 92618 (fully onsite)

Pay range: $130,000 - $160,000

Duration: Permanent

EXPERIENCE/EDUCATION YOU WILL NEED

• Bachelor's degree in Business, Supply Chain Management, Engineering, or related field
• 7+ years of experience in purchasing, procurement, or supply chain management, ideally within the medical device industry
• Experience managing supplier relationships and negotiating contracts
• Hands-on experience with ERP/MRP systems
• Knowledge of regulated manufacturing industry standards (e.g., FDA, ISO 13485)

Purchasing Manager – Medical Device Manufacturing

QUICK FACTS

Location: Irvine, CA 92618 (fully onsite)

Pay range: $130,000 - $160,000

Duration: Permanent

EXPERIENCE/EDUCATION YOU WILL NEED

• Bachelor's degree in Business, Supply Chain Management, Engineering, or related field
• 7+ years of experience in purchasing, procurement, or supply chain management, ideally within the medical device industry
• Experience managing supplier relationships and negotiating contracts
• Hands-on experience with ERP/MRP systems
• Knowledge of regulated manufacturing industry standards (e.g., FDA, ISO 13485)

MAIN DUTIES OF THE JOB

• Lead purchasing operations, including supplier selection, negotiation, and contracting
• Manage supplier relationships, performance metrics, and quality compliance
• Oversee materials planning and supply risk management
• Support product development and manufacturing sourcing strategies
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to ensure supply chain efficiency and compliance

The company is an equal opportunity employer committed to providing employment opportunities (EEO) to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age or disability, or any other class protected by Federal, State or local laws.