Purchasing & Logistics Superintendent CR Alajuela, Costa Rica + **Education / Educación:** Bachelor degree in Business Administration, Industrial Engineering, International Commerce or related field + **Experience / Experiencia:** Eight years in purchasing, logistics, materials or similar positions, preferable experience on the medical (or other regulated) industry. + Desirable experience in people/teams management. + **Specialized Knowledge (Desirable) / Conocimiento especializado (preferible):** + Strong knowledge of computer software and hardware including Supply chain systems (ERP, MRP) + Financial knowledge for budget management. + Others: ISO 13486:2003, FDA, ANSI, OSHA, legislación aduanal, legislación del régimen de zona franca, legislación nacional (ministerios de salud, hacienda). + **Languages ​​required for the position (Desirable) / Idiomas requeridos para el puesto (preferible):** Spanish/English (advanced/proficient) + **Computer tools and knowledge level required (Desirable) / Herramientas informáticas y nivel de conocimiento requerido:** + Microsoft Office: Nivel Intermedio + Othres Tools: Oracle, SAP, TICA. **Summary of Duties and Responsibilities / Resumen de funciones y responsabilidades:** + Development and implementation of successful Procurement/Logistics sourcing strategies + Discovering profitable suppliers and initiate partnerships + Negotiating with external vendors to secure advantageous terms. + Monitoring markets and aligning with Hologic global procurement & logistics strategy + Manage and support other Hologic facilities, Ensure that Procurement Team as a Center of Excellence. + Organize, plan, and prioritize work. Identify and prioritize problems and drive them to resolution. + Lead the purchasing & logistics team (1:1s, supervision, mentoring, coaching, guidance, development) + Evaluate and review subordinate performance via goal-setting and the performance review process + Assist buyers & logistics specialist on solving day to day issues with buyers and suppliers. + Track Corporate initiatives execution (Spend analytics, Commodity teams, payment terms, contracts) + Ensure robust procurement & logistics processes and systems are in place. + Develop robust negotiation strategies. + Develop & implement a Contract management system + Execute actions to achieve at least 5% cost reduction on materials (VIP, Negotiations) + Manage procurement & logistics activities (supplier development, selection, quoting process, contracting, PO management) for products and services from development to retirement. + Responsible for the supply of component required to support the production plan through the Procurement process and transportation for Finished Product as well. (IMPORT/EXPORT/LOCAL FREIGHT & TRADE COMPLIANCE) + Participate in a cross functional NPI team to achieve product goals related to cost, time to market and quality. + Ensure vendor’s supply chain and materials and logistics service market trends are constantly monitored to avoid supply interruption. + Lead Supplier Business Reviews process for key suppliers for Procurement and for Logistics partners. + Ensure proper communications and liaison between suppliers, distributors, manufacturers, relevant internal departments and customers. + Develop and implement strategies to reduce standard cost and optimize company’s cash flow. + Develop and implement strategies to increase inventory turns. + Responsible to negotiate contracts and monitor their progress. + **Qualifications / Cualificaciones:** + Good influencing, negotiating and communications skills. + A strong work ethic, allowing the incumbent to work closely with members of the team. + Good networking capability in a matrixed organization + A desire and to motivate and drive change within the organization. + Demonstrated ability to integrate quickly and take initiative in a fast-paced working environment. + Analytical minded. + Proficient in Negotiation and networking skills