Senior Procurement Specialist
Demant ‚Ä¢ Arlington Heights, IL ‚Ä¢ Full Time ‚Ä¢ $95,000–$125,000 / year
Posted on Wed, Jul 22, 2026
Overview
Diagnostic Group, LLC is part of the Demant Group. Demant is a world-leading hearing healthcare group that for more than a century has played a vital part in developing innovative technologies and knowledge to help improve people’s hearing and health. In every aspect, from hearing devices, hearing implants and diagnostic equipment to intelligent audio solutions and hearing care all over the world, Demant is active and engaged.
The Demant group covers five business areas: Hearing Care, Hearing Aids, Hearing Implants, Diagnostics, and Communications.
Diagnostic Group, LLC is looking for an experienced Senior Procurement Specialist who is responsible for executing procurement activities while supporting alignment with global category strategies. This role serves as a key liaison between the U.S. and European organizations, partnering closely with Category Managers to support supplier management activities across North America. The position also collaborates with the U.S. sales organization to ensure strong cross-functional alignment, responsiveness, and successful business outcomes.
Travel: This position requires regional approximately 15-25 days per year including domestic travel and occasional travel internationally to our locations in Denmark and Poland.Compensation: $95,000-$125,000 depending on experience.
Schedule: Monday through Friday 8 AM-4 PM. This position requires the incumbent to be onsite each day.
Full-time benefits include:
- Medical, dental, prescription, and vision benefits
- 24/7 virtual medical care
- Employee Assistance Program for you and your family
- 401(k) with company match
- Company-paid life insurance
- Supplemental insurance for yourself, your spouse/partner, and your children
- Short-term and long-term disability insurance
- Pre-tax Health Savings Account and Flexible Spending Accounts for Health Care or
- Dependent Care
- Pet Insurance
- Commuter accounts
- Employee Perks (tech discount)
Responsibilities
- Execute sourcing activities including RFQs, negotiations, and supplier selection in support of categories and selected sub-categories.
- Function as the regional procurement interface for North America, ensuring alignment with global category strategies.
- Collaboration with Category Managers on supplier development and strategy execution
- Build and maintain strong supplier relationships focused on quality, cost, and delivery.
- Drive cost optimization and continuous improvement initiatives.
- Support supplier segmentation, SRM, and performance follow-up.
- Ensure contract compliance and alignment with regulatory requirements (ISO 13485/MDR/MDSAP)
- Work closely with the U.S. sales organization to secure alignment and effective cooperation.
- Contribute to process and continuous improvements.
- Identify and mitigate supply risks.
- All other duties as assigned.
Qualifications
- Exceptional verbal and written communication skills.
- Outstanding interpersonal and customer service skills.
- Excellent sales and customer service skills.
- Superior organizational skills and attention to detail.
- Effective time management skills with a proven ability to meet deadlines.
- Strong analytical and critical thinking skills.
- Proficient with Microsoft Office Suite or related software.
Education and Experience:
- Bachelor’s degree in engineering, Supply Chain Management, Procurement, Business Administration, or a related field required.
- A master’s degree and/or relevant procurement certifications preferred.
- 5-10 years of experience in procurement or sourcing.
- Experience working across regions and building alignment.
- Experience from regulated industries, medical device experience is a plus.
Travel:
- This position is subject to travel up to 10% of the time.
Physical Requirements:
- Prolonged periods of sitting at a desk and working on a computer.
- Physically able to reach, stretch, bend, and sit for extended periods of time during a daily routine.
- Must be able to lift up to 25 pounds at times.
Pre‑Employment Requirements
- Clear background check including criminal history and education verification.
Diagnostic Group, LLC is an Equal Opportunity employer, and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sexual orientation, sex, national origin, disability, or protected veteran status.
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