Procurement Materials Specialist

Procurement Materials Specialist Join to apply for the Procurement Materials Specialist role at Corus Orthodontists. Founded in 2019, Corus Orthodontists is one of the fastest-growing orthodontic partnership networks in North America. Our network is owned and operated by doctor partners who share a deeply collaborative spirit, an unwavering ambition to provide the world’s best patient care, and an innate growth mindset. We created Corus to be the place where doctors and their teams truly share in each other’s success and improve the quality of patient care by coming together as true partners. We believe that those who go together, go further. Opportunity We are looking for a Procurement Materials Specialist to join our passionate and collaborative team. Reporting to the Manager of Strategic Sourcing, you will support responsibilities that combine a Senior Buyer and a Materials Coordinator. This position requires a solid understanding of procurement principles, logistics, and inventory management. You will play a key role in developing and executing strategic purchasing initiatives, often with company‑wide impact. As the Procurement Materials Specialist, you will also design and implement inventory control systems tailored to each orthodontic practice within the network, ensuring consistency, efficiency, and optimal resource utilisation across all locations. This is a permanent, full‑time position that offers the flexibility to be based out of either the U.S. or Canada. The ideal candidate will be located in Colorado, California, Toronto, ON or Calgary, AB. The role offers a flexible work structure as remote or hybrid, depending on location. What You Will Love About Corus Being part of a collaborative and engaging team that prioritises employee development. Learning from an experienced team of professionals. A competitive total rewards package with an employee benefits programme that includes comprehensive medical, dental and vision coverage, and an employee & family assistance programme. What You Will Love Doing Utilise our procurement platform to manage purchasing and inventory‑related tasks. Analyse pricing data to identify cost‑saving opportunities and negotiate favourable terms. Compare supplier offerings to reduce costs and improve delivery timelines. Resolve receiving discrepancies, including over‑ or under‑shipments. Build and maintain strong relationships with suppliers, ensuring effective account management. Maintain hosted catalogues within the procurement system, collaborating with suppliers to ensure data accuracy. Provide procurement‑related support to staff across the network, including Coupa platform assistance. Leverage data and analytics to drive informed purchasing decisions and optimise inventory levels. Analyse inventory trends, forecast future needs and generate reports to support decision‑making. Support case‑costing initiatives across all clinics using inventory data. Apply knowledge of inventory management systems to streamline operations. Identify process bottlenecks and recommend improvements aligned with industry best practices. Develop and manage reports to monitor inventory accuracy and performance. Collaborate with leadership and colleagues to create site‑specific materials management strategies. Assist with periodic inventory counts across the organisation. All About You Experience in supply chain, logistics and procurement, preferably within a healthcare environment. Advanced proficiency in procurement software, spreadsheets and inventory management systems; experience with Coupa is strongly preferred. Strong analytical skills with the ability to interpret data and make informed, strategic decisions. Exceptional attention to detail and a high level of accuracy in all aspects of work. Excellent interpersonal and communication skills, with the ability to collaborate effectively across teams and with external partners. Education in Supply Chain Management or a related field is preferred. Minimum of 5 years of experience in a related role, demonstrating progressive responsibility and impact. We know that applying for a new role takes a lot of work and we sincerely value your time and your interest in Corus Orthodontists. We’re looking forward to reading your application. We thank all applicants, although only those selected for an interview will be contacted. At Corus Orthodontists, we are committed to fostering an inclusive and welcoming environment where everyone feels valued, respected and empowered to bring their authentic selves to work. We take pride in being an inclusive employer that celebrates diversity and treats all applicants equally, without discrimination. Our recruitment team is dedicated to providing equal opportunities and reasonable accommodation. If contacted to discuss your application, please inform your Recruitment Specialist if accommodation is required. #J-18808-Ljbffr