Strategic Procurement Specialist, Direct Materials

MISSION: The Strategic Procurement Specialist, Direct Materials will head the strategic plan within the Americas in owning the preparation, negotiation, and management of suppliers and agreements for identified raw materials & packaging.

REQUIREMENTS:

Experience:

• 8 + y ears’ purchasing, planning, and inventory control experience in an ERP environment, preferably in Microsoft Dynamics 365 for Operations and Finance
• Proven expertise in negotiation and supplier management.
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills for effective team building and collaboration.
• Proven track record of success delivering on operational goals and business KPI’s.
• Proficiency in procurement software and tools.
• Procurement experience with Aerosol, Chemical and/or Packaging commodities in a manufacturing environment is preferred.

Education:

• Bachelor’s degree in Business Administration, Supply Chain Management, or related field.
• Masters or MBA beneficial.
• APICS Certification beneficial.

Skills:

• Demonstrated competency with purchasing principles and MRP (Material Resource Planning) including Sourcing, Category and Supplier Management preferably in a Supply Chain Environment.
• Experience working across technical, supply chain and other functional and business partners.
• Strong business and finance acumen, deep understanding of managing for impact in matrix environment, broad-based understanding of business operations and practices and core Procurement areas of focus (Spend Management, Category Management and Supplier Management).
• Strategic ability to select supply partners in terms of commercial terms, quality, service, cost and capability.
• Proven ability to lead, influence, partner on and shape projects without direct team authority.
• Must be detailed oriented, analytical, organized and able to function effectively and productively in a fast-paced environment.

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $115,000.00 - $125,000.00 per year

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• Dental insurance
• Health insurance
• Paid time off
• Tuition reimbursement
• Vision insurance

Work Location: In person