Senior Supervisor, Procurement

Role: Strategic procurement leader responsible for sourcing and purchasing direct and indirect materials supporting Rochester Manufacturing at Bausch + Lomb. Objectives: optimize supply chain, ensure consistent material availability, and negotiate cost-effective vendor agreements. Responsibilities: manage supplier relationships, oversee inventory levels, lead negotiations, monitor market trends, and develop cost improvement reports. Requirements: Bachelor's degree in Supply Chain Management, Business, Engineering, or related; 5+ years in manufacturing procurement with proven expertise in sourcing, contract management, and TCO analysis. Skills: vendor management, ERP proficiency (SAP, Oracle, etc.), advanced Excel/PowerBI, strong analytical and communication abilities. Preferred: professional certifications (CPSM, CPIM, CSCP), Master's degree, experience with MRP/MRPII, and e-procurement tools. High-Value: manufacturing supply chain, direct/indirect raw materials, strategic sourcing, vendor relationship management, market trend analysis, cross-functional collaboration. WorkSetup: not specified; likely on-site or hybrid given manufacturing context.