OverviewProcurement Sourcing Specialist role at Planet Innovation (PI).
Planet Innovation (PI) is an award-winning medtech contract design and manufacturing company.
We partner with world-leading organisations to help them create game-changing innovations that drive growth and improve healthcare outcomes.
Our clients include some of the world's top medical device and healthcare companies, as well as the most exciting emerging start-ups.
Headquartered in Melbourne, PI has a rapidly growing global presence, with a state-of-the-art manufacturing facility established in Irvine, California in 2021.
This division continues to expand in response to high demand from both existing and new clients.
At PI, our success is driven by our people.
We are home to more than 350 of the brightest and most passionate minds—and we're looking for more.Reporting directly to the Procurement & Supply Chain Manager, this role requires a proactive approach to supplier management, ensuring favourable terms, timely deliveries, and compliance with international quality standards.
You'll play a critical part in delivering parts for Alpha, Beta, and PPU prototype builds, supporting both procurement process improvement and logistics management across a wide range of exciting innovation projects.
Responsibilities
Supplier sourcing, onboarding, negotiation, and relationship management
Procurement of components for prototype builds, ensuring project timelines are met
Management of supplier agreements, NDAs, and tooling contracts
Raising and processing purchase orders; reconciling invoices with Finance
Data maintenance for pricing and part information within procurement systems
Ensuring compliance with ROHS, REACH, ISO9001, ISO13485, and FDA QSR standards
Supporting international freight and logistics for prototype and production deliveries
Collaborating with internal teams to drive procurement process improvement
Experience with international purchasing and Tariff/ Tax experience would be beneficial
Typical Experience / Qualifications
Minimum 3–5 years' experience in a similar procurement or sourcing role
Proven experience purchasing from local and overseas suppliers
High-level understanding of financial systems concepts and processes
Strong questioning techniques with the ability to obtain and verify detailed information
Excellent communication skills with the ability to build strong professional relationships
Familiarity with ISO9001, ISO13485, FDA QSR, and adherence to OH&S; requirements
Experience using procurement systems (MS Dynamics 365 or SAP highly desirable)
Bonus: Experience with low to medium volume, short lead time procurement
Bonus: Experience with regulated industry procurement and project-based sourcing
Working at Planet Innovation
Join a market-leading product development and innovation business
Flexible hybrid working
Exposure to groundbreaking, world-first product development projects
Contemporary office facilities with on-site parking
Work alongside industry experts in a collaborative, inclusive environment
Job Details
Seniority level: Mid-Senior level
Employment type: Full-time
Job function: Supply Chain and Purchasing
Industries: Medical Equipment Manufacturing, Engineering Services, and Manufacturing
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📌 Procurement Sourcing Specialist
🏢 Planet Innovation
📍 Melbourne