Global Supplier Sustainability Specialist

Why Merit?

At Merit Medical, our mission is to create innovative medical devices that improve lives. Our goal is to hire and develop people who want to build something special through hard work, team effort, and commitment. Together, we are making a difference in the lives of patients around the world.

WORK SHIFT

DAY (United States of America)

SUMMARY OF DUTIES

This position will partner with the organization’s procurement professionals to advance socially and environmentally responsible purchasing while meeting the companies’ price, performance, quality and regulatory requirements.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS PERFORMED

1. Assists with the design of the Supplier Sustainability Program and coordinates its effective
implementation throughout Merit’s global network.
2. Builds strong engagement and alignment with key senior business leaders across Procurement,
Operations, EHS&S, Supply Chain, Compliance & Risk, Audit, Legal, Government Affairs, HR,
and Finance and other departments as needed.
3. Assists with the process for selection, approval and performance evaluation activities needed for
suppliers to meet Merit’s specified requirements with respect to supplier sustainability by:
▪ Reviewing and supporting the type and extent of control to be exercised over suppliers
based on risk.
▪ Reviewing and analyzing data related to supplier approval and performance to specified
requirements; provides reports to management, as appropriate.
▪ Responsible for internal/external required supplier documentation.
4. Supports the handling and resolution of supplier sustainability related issues using Merit’s risk
management process as needed.
5. Assists with the development and review of key supplier metrics.
6. Conducts on-site supplier audits and evaluates supplier performance in accordance with supplier
code of conduct, and human rights and labor standards policy as needed to ensure supplier
conformance to Merit expectations.
7. Presents supplier performance metrics and risk updates to management, as required.
8. Performs other duties and tasks as required.

ESSENTIAL PHYSICAL/ENVIRONMENTAL DEMANDS

Lifting -- Not to exceed 50 lbs. – local practice may apply.

Writing

Sitting

Standing

Bending

Visual acuity

Color perception

Depth perception

Reading

Field of vision/peripheral

SUMMARY OF MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

▪ Education and/or experience equivalent to a bachelor’s degree in Business Management or
related field and two years of work-related experience.
▪ Proven track record in Supplier Sustainability Programs, across multiple organizations preferred.
▪ Working knowledge of ISO regulations and requirements.
▪ Strong leadership and the ability to influence at all levels within the organization.
▪ Excellent communication (oral and written) and interpersonal skills with the ability to convey
information and ideas in a variety of media.
▪ Excellent data, analysis, trends, and reporting skills. Ability to read and interpret
documents. Ability to write clearly and informatively technical documentation, routine reports,
correspondence, procedures and workflows. Presents numerical data effectively.
▪ Strong attention to detail.
▪ Identifies and resolves problems in a timely manner; develops alternative solutions; works well in
group problem solving situations; displays willingness to make decisions; supports and explains
reasoning for decisions; and includes appropriate people in the decision-making process.
▪ Strong project management skills, including the ability to prioritize, balance, and manage multiple
efforts with strong results/goal orientation.
▪ Demonstrated computer skills preferably spreadsheets, word processing, database and other
applicable software programs.
▪ Ability travel up to 30% of the time (Domestic & International).

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS

▪ Demonstrates an aptitude for process improvement.
▪ Supplier and part management experience.
▪ ASQ Certified Supplier Quality Professional Qualification.

COMPETENCIES

▪ Project management
▪ Supplier metrics/approval process
▪ Computer skills
▪ Technical writing/presentation skills

COMMENTS

Infectious Control Risk Category III:
The risk category explains whether or not employees are likely to come into contact with blood or body
fluids while performing their jobs. Risk category III states employment and procedures that do not require
exposure.

As an eligible Merit employee, you can expect the following:

* Multiple Shifts and Hours to choose from: Days, Swing (Eve), and Nights

* Medical/Dental & Other Insurances (eligible the first of month after 30 days)

* Low Cost Onsite Medical Clinic

* Two (2) Onsite Cafeterias

* Employee Garden | Gardening Classes

* 3 Weeks' Vacation | 1 Week Sick-Time | Paid Holidays

* 401K | Health Savings Account

To see more on our culture, go to www.merit.com/careers.

Military Veterans are encouraged to Apply.

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