Supplier Relationship Manager
Perrigo Company plc
August 18, 2026
Remote friendly (Grand Rapids, MI)
United States
Operations
Description Overview
The Supplier Relationship Manager (SRM) is responsible for procurement-related activities that ensure a continuous flow of materials in the optimum quantity and time frame required. Utilizes approved suppliers based on quality, reliability, and urgency of need.
Scope of the Role
- Place and enter purchase orders in accordance with MRP
- Monitor and resolve potential material shortages; track, expedite, and manage critical orders
- Maintain purchasing databases (lead times, MOQ, safety stock)
- Manage inventory levels for assigned commodities to balance availability while optimizing days on hand
- Support Oral Care goals and continuous improvement
- Use purchasing tools to analyze and evaluate supplier performance KPIs; work with suppliers on improvements
- Support cross-functional collaboration for new item launches, conversions, and R&D activities
- Serve as primary liaison between Perrigo and suppliers for projects, inventory, and quality concerns
- Work with suppliers on rejected materials and claims from PO changes or termination
- Support GMP implementation and understand impacts to materials and processes
Experience Required / Qualifications
- 3–5 years in purchasing/procurement/material planning (or equivalent)
- CPIM/CPM/APICS certification
- Lean Six Sigma knowledge
- SAP/ERP system experience
- Bachelor’s degree in Supply Chain, Business Administration, or related field
- Ability to work independently; strong time management, organization, and interpersonal skills
- Proficient in MS Office (Excel, Word, PowerPoint, Outlook)
Benefits
- Competitive compensation, benefits for you and your family, and career development opportunities (see Total Rewards)
Application Instructions
- Click the APPLY button; submit application materials in English (resumes/CVs).
The Supplier Relationship Manager (SRM) is responsible for procurement-related activities that ensure a continuous flow of materials in the optimum quantity and time frame required. Utilizes approved suppliers based on quality, reliability, and urgency of need.
Scope of the Role
- Place and enter purchase orders in accordance with MRP
- Monitor and resolve potential material shortages; track, expedite, and manage critical orders
- Maintain purchasing databases (lead times, MOQ, safety stock)
- Manage inventory levels for assigned commodities to balance availability while optimizing days on hand
- Support Oral Care goals and continuous improvement
- Use purchasing tools to analyze and evaluate supplier performance KPIs; work with suppliers on improvements
- Support cross-functional collaboration for new item launches, conversions, and R&D activities
- Serve as primary liaison between Perrigo and suppliers for projects, inventory, and quality concerns
- Work with suppliers on rejected materials and claims from PO changes or termination
- Support GMP implementation and understand impacts to materials and processes
Experience Required / Qualifications
- 3–5 years in purchasing/procurement/material planning (or equivalent)
- CPIM/CPM/APICS certification
- Lean Six Sigma knowledge
- SAP/ERP system experience
- Bachelor’s degree in Supply Chain, Business Administration, or related field
- Ability to work independently; strong time management, organization, and interpersonal skills
- Proficient in MS Office (Excel, Word, PowerPoint, Outlook)
Benefits
- Competitive compensation, benefits for you and your family, and career development opportunities (see Total Rewards)
Application Instructions
- Click the APPLY button; submit application materials in English (resumes/CVs).