Nextern, an US based innovator in developing and manufacturing class II & III electro-mechanical medical devices is seeking a Procurement Supervisor for its Binh Duong, Vietnam location. Join an organization with a passion for commercializing smart, effective and patient centric medical device solutions.
The Procurement Supervisor of Supply Chain is a key member of the Supply Chain Team and a talented group of professionals who work with and manage suppliers to assure Nextern Procurement, costing, schedules and production priorities are maintained and deliver Quality Products that exceed customer expectations. Continuous communication with the supplier and Nextern team that assures the supplier is maintaining the best interests of Nextern.
Job Description:
Overall Responsibilities:
1. Build and maintain effective relationships with suppliers.
2. Understand key manufacturing functions, including:
- Procurement and Cost Management
- Planning and Scheduling
- Manufacturing Processes and Systems
- Logistics and Supply Chain
3. Coordinate with Quality, Engineering, Planning and Production teams to resolve supplier quality, tooling, and production issues.
4. Lead supplier negotiations to achieve competitive and justified costs for direct and indirect materials.
5. Drive commitment to on-time delivery in line with production schedules and Nextern requirements.
6. Provide timely and accurate updates to the corporate office and management team on supplier delivery status, operational issues, and significant changes.
7. Escalate supplier changes or issues that may impact Nextern's cost, quality, delivery, or production.
8. Evaluate and analyze product and tooling quotations for pricing, materials, lead times, MOQ, and other commercial terms.
9. Verify invoices against approved quotations and purchase orders for accurate quantities, pricing, and charges.
10. Manage daily procurement priorities based on production requirements and corporate direction.
11. Respond to emails, requests, and assigned tasks accurately and on time.
12. Reconcile month-end supplier statements, deliveries, invoices, and outstanding payments with Finance.
13. Comply with company policies, procedures, and regulations.
14. Perform other duties assigned by the Manager.
Requirements
Knowledge, And Skills
1. Problem Solving – Identify issues, analyze causes, and develop practical solutions.
2. Decision Making – Make timely and effective decisions that add value to the business.
3. Strategic Thinking – Develop practical plans and effective responses to business needs and challenges.
4. Communication – Communicate clearly with internal and external stakeholders and handle conflicts professionally.
5. Negotiation – Plan and conduct negotiations to achieve value for Nextern while maintaining good supplier relationships.
6. Ethics – Demonstrate integrity, good judgment, and compliance with company ethical standards.
Qualification:
1. Bachelor’s degree in Supply Chain, Procurement, Business, or a related field, with a strong background in procurement.
2. 3–5 years of experience in Procurement Management, preferably in a manufacturing environment.
3. Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
4. Ability to communicate effectively with colleagues, management, suppliers, and internal customers.
5. Strong organizational and planning skills, with the ability to prioritize tasks, manage multiple activities, and meet deadlines.
6. Analytical, reasoning, and problem-solving skills.
7. Ability to maintain accurate and detailed records.
8. Computer literacy and experience with ERP systems.
Benefits
- Benefits Competitive salary
- Professional and Friendly Working Environment, chance to attend employee's training and development programs
- Premium healthcare Insurance (In Vietnam) & Business travel insurance Health, social & unemployment insurance (following Government regulation)
- Company trip, New Year party, Team building
- Occasion-based offerings: Birthday, New year, Mid-Autumn
Skills Required
- Bachelor's degree in Supply Chain, Procurement, Business, or a related field
- Strong background in procurement
- 3-5 years of experience in procurement management, preferably in a manufacturing environment
- Excellent verbal and written communication skills
- Ability to communicate effectively with colleagues, management, suppliers, and internal customers
- Strong organizational and planning skills, including prioritization and deadline management
- Analytical, reasoning, and problem-solving skills
- Ability to maintain accurate and detailed records
- Computer literacy and experience with ERP systems
- Problem-solving, decision-making, strategic-thinking, negotiation, communication, and ethical judgment skills
What We Do
Nextern collaborates with innovators, clinicians, and device partners to create, iterate, optimize and manufacture best-in-class medical devices. We bring an unmatched core competence in medical device product design and development through manufacturing as a leverageable asset to collaborators like you, who are focused on accelerating the commercial side of the business.
