Supply Chain Manager

Overview:

To manage purchasing and procurement, material sourcing and inventory for all requirements that the company may need regarding customer material needs. To develop the specifications for the cigarette in accordance to the customer needs and export regulations. To prepare cost analysis so as to develop a pricing strategy. To develop a manufacturing and delivery strategy for each customer. To negotiate production agreements with each customer. To manage and delegate work of the purchasing staff. To seek and work with contract sales customers to secure materials for private label products. To research material availability for cost reduction. To research and price capital improvements. To participate in production planning and scheduling in all manufacturing areas. To participate in any other functions that will be beneficial to the company, as needed.

Responsibilities:

• Search for the highest quality merchandise at the lowest possible purchase cost.
• Acquire various elements necessary for production; materials, parts, machines, equipment supplies, contract services and all other items that may be needed by the company.
• Be familiar with the technical aspects of the goods or services purchased and understand everything possible about our company’s business objectives.
• Develop goals and objectives for the purchasing department.
• Plan and develop operating policies, guidelines and procedures for the control of the department workflow.
• Utilize criteria for evaluating purchasing department performance.
• Recommend and implement changes to the company purchasing and materials management as needed.
• Research new and alternate materials, equipment, and sources of supply to drive down costs and develop a pricing strategy.
• Develop cost reductions programs and ideas.
• Ensure product specifications meet customer needs and export regulations.
• Inspect products and services, evaluate production and distribution abilities and consider all other aspects that may influence purchasing decisions.
• Establish foreign and domestic suppliers.
• Administer online purchasing systems.
• Develop and manage effective relationship with suppliers and internal departments.
• Represent the purchasing department with integrity in meetings with corporations, professional associations, suppliers, customers, inner company management and any other departments or organizations that the Purchasing Manager has contact with.
• Work within the departmental budgets.
• Project cost, availability and suitability of materials during the early stages of possible new products and customers and derive a manufacturing and delivery strategy.
• Evaluate the purchasing department performance.
• Work with finished goods and raw material inventory personnel to ensure proper materials are available and accounted for.
• Work with customer service representatives to have accurate forecast and planning to meet forecasted needs and any customer requirements.
• Review purchase requirements to determine their appropriateness with regards to organizational requirements.
• Review purchase requisitions for proper authorization and coding.
• Review purchase requisitions to determine their conformance with established laws, policies and procedures.
• Determine appropriate methods of procurement (blanket order, service contract, etc.)
• Evaluate competitive offers to determine the overall best source for products and or services.
• Evaluate suppliers based on price, quality, service support, performance, availability, reliability, and selection variety.
• Conduct supplier visits and evaluations to determine suitability.
• Develop strategies and tactics for negotiation process.
• Conduct negotiations with potential suppliers to obtain agreement on pricing, delivery, and others terms that is beneficial and cost effective for the company**.**
• Prepare and issue purchase order.
• Obtain legal review and approval of contracts when required.
• Administer contracts and purchase orders from authorization to completion.
• Expedite deliveries and conduct follow-up procedures when necessary.
• Resolve contract and purchase order differences with suppliers.
• Resolve quality problems with suppliers.
• Approve invoices for payment after verification of contract completions or materials being properly received.
• Resolve invoice problems when necessary.
• Develop specifications and product costs
• Design cases and master cases.
• Supervise staff, to include completing disciplinary actions, conduct performance appraisals and assign work, using established policies and procedures.

Requirements:

• Proficient in SAP/ any ERP Systems
• Proficient in Microsoft Office (Excel, Word, Access, Outlook).
• Ability to be detail oriented/conscious.
• Excellent written and oral communication skills.
• Strong analytical skills.
• Ability to multi task.
• Ability to lead, convey knowledge and work well with others.
• Proven team leader
• Knowledge of Purchasing Management
• Knowledge of Inventory Control
• Knowledge of import/export shipping

Experience:

Education / Certifications / Licenses -

• H.S. Diploma and 15 years of relevant professional experience
• Associates Degree plus 10 year of relevant professional experience
• Bachelor’s Degree plus 5 years of relevant professional experience

Additional Requirements:

• Checking art work for all packaging requirements for approval to be printed.
• Be available to work any hours necessary to meet deadlines for any projects.
• Be available to attend functions and meetings with customers or
• Management after hours as needed.

Pay: $90,000.00 - $120,000.00 per year

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• 401(k) matching
• Dental insurance
• Employee assistance program
• Employee discount
• Flexible spending account
• Health insurance
• Health savings account
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Tuition reimbursement
• Vision insurance

Work Location: In person