Sr. Strategic Procurement

Kerr Dental; Pomona (MO); On-site; USD 99,000 - 121,000; Full time

Job summary

Kerr, a leading dental products company, seeks a Sr. Strategic Procurement leader to develop and execute sourcing strategies that support development, manufacturing, and distribution.

You will manage strategic supplier relationships, drive cost savings, and advance procurement transformation through AI, automation, and analytics. The role requires 5+ years in complex sourcing, strong negotiation skills, and experience in regulated manufacturing; ASCM/APICS certification preferred.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Supply Chain or related field with 5+ years experience, or equivalent experience.
• Experience leading complex sourcing initiatives and supplier negotiations in a regulated manufacturing environment.
• ASCM/APICS certification in Transformation for Supply Chain is highly preferred.

Responsibilities

• Develop sourcing and category strategies for materials and components for dental product development and manufacturing.
• Lead supplier selection, bidding, contract negotiations, cost analysis, and TCO evaluations.
• Prepare RFPs, reverse auctions, and other sourcing events.
• Monitor supplier quality, delivery, cost, capacity, and performance; lead business reviews.

Skills

Influence cross-functional Stakeholder

Negotiation & contracts

Analytical & cost modeling

Advanced Excel

ERP systems knowledge

Education

Bachelor's degree in Supply Chain or related field

High school diploma with 8 years' experience

ASCM/APICS Transformation for Supply Chain

Tools

Microsoft Office/Excel

Oracle ERP

Job description

Position Summary

The Sr. Strategic Procurement is responsible for developing and executing sourcing and supplier strategies that support the development, manufacturing, and distribution of dental products. This role manages complex categories and strategic supplier relationships to deliver cost savings, strengthen supply continuity, improve quality, and drive innovation. The position also advances procurement transformation through the implementation of AI-enabled tools, automation, advanced analytics, and other technologies that generate measurable business value.

Essential Duties And Responsibilities

• Develop and execute sourcing and category strategies for materials and components supporting dental product development and manufacturing.
• Lead supplier selection, competitive bidding, contract negotiations, cost analysis, and total cost of ownership evaluations.
• Prepare and execute RFPs, reverse auctions, and other sourcing events.
• Build strong, accountable relationships with strategic suppliers and cross-functional stakeholders.
• Monitor supplier quality, delivery, cost, capacity, service, compliance, and overall performance.
• Lead supplier business reviews, performance improvement plans, issue resolution, and escalations.
• Identify and mitigate supply risks, including sole-source dependencies, capacity constraints, long lead times, and business interruptions.
• Partner with Quality and Regulatory Affairs on supplier qualification, audits, corrective actions, change control, and documentation.
• Maintain the Approved Supplier List, supplier files, scorecards, ERP records, and annual supplier risk assessments.
• Represent Procurement on New Product Introduction projects, develop sourcing plans, manage deliverables, and ensure milestones are achieved.
• Identify and deliver cost savings, cost avoidance, and value improvement opportunities to achieve annual targets.
• Analyze supplier spend and market trends to identify consolidation opportunities, sourcing leverage, and provide pricing and budget guidance.
• Resolve invoice discrepancies, price holds, receipt holds, and other supplier payment issues.
• Lead cross-functional meetings and influence decisions without formal authority.
• Champion procurement transformation through process improvement, AI-enabled tools, automation, advanced analytics, and other technologies.
• Mentor colleagues on share best practices and contribute to skills development.
• Travel up to 10%, primarily to local company and supplier locations.

Incidental Duties: The above statements describe the general nature and level of work being performed in this job. They are not intended to be an exhaustive list of all duties, and indeed additional responsibilities may be assigned, as required, by management.

Job Requirements

Education And Experience

• Bachelor’s degree required, preferably in Supply Chain or related field, plus a minimum of 5 years of relevant work experience OR
• High school diploma or equivalent plus minimum of 8 years of relevant work experience required.
• Experience must include: success in leading complex sourcing initiatives and supplier negotiations; supporting NPI initiatives; and working in a highly regulated manufacturing environment required, preferably FDA regulated
• Experience leading procurement or supply-chain transformation initiatives, including the adoption of AI, automation, advanced analytics, or other emerging technologies highly preferred.
• ASCM/APICS certification highly preferred, specifically in Transformation for Supply Chain.

Skills And Abilities

• Proven ability to influence cross-functional stakeholders and lead initiatives without formal authority required.
• Demonstrated expertise in negotiating complex agreements and building productive, long-term supplier relationships required.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills, including cost modeling, total cost of ownership analysis, and supplier performance measurement required.
• Advanced proficiency in Microsoft Office, particularly Excel, Word, and Outlook required.
• Proficiency with ERP systems required; Oracle experience preferred.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities and adapt effectively in a fast-paced, changing environment required.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills in English, with the ability to communicate effectively across organizational levels required.

Physical Demands

• Constantly sits.
• Frequently uses hands and fingers.
• Occasionally walks and stands.
• Occasionally bends and stoops.
• Occasionally reaches up/down with arms.
• Occasionally lifts and/or moves up to 5 lbs.

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Actual compensation packages take into account a wide range of factors that are unique to each candidate, including but not limited to geographic location; skill sets; relevant education and certifications; depth of experience; performance; and other business and organizational needs. The disclosed reasonable estimate has not been adjusted for the applicable geographic differential associated with the location at which the position may be filled. At Envista, it is not typical for an individual to be hired at or near the top of the range for their role and compensation decisions are dependent on the facts and circumstances of each case. The total compensation package for this position may also include an annual performance bonus, medical/dental/vision benefits, 401K match, and/or other applicable compensation plans.

$98,900 - $120,800

Operating company:Kerr

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