Job Description
Job Description
**Responsibilities:
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Develop and implement purchasing strategies for raw materials, chemicals, packaging materials, and MRO (Maintenance, Repair, and Operations) supplies to support manufacturing operations.
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Source, evaluate, and qualify suppliers in collaboration with Manufacturing, Laboratory, and Product Development teams for films, adhesives, release liners, coatings, and related materials.
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Negotiate pricing, contracts, payment terms, and long-term supplier agreements to achieve cost savings and ensure supply continuity.
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Identify and drive cost-reduction initiatives while maintaining product quality and supplier performance.
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Monitor commodity markets and raw material trends to proactively manage pricing and supply risks.
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Evaluate supplier performance based on quality, cost, delivery, and service while maintaining strong vendor relationships.
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Conduct supplier audits and resolve supplier-related issues, including material shortages and supply chain disruptions.
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Partner with Production Planning to ensure timely procurement of materials and uninterrupted manufacturing operations.
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Maintain optimal inventory levels by balancing production requirements, inventory carrying costs, and service levels.
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Coordinate with warehouse and logistics teams to ensure efficient receipt, storage, and availability of incoming materials.
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Ensure purchased materials comply with product specifications, quality standards, and regulatory requirements.
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Maintain procurement documentation, including Safety Data Sheets (SDS), compliance certifications, and quality records.
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Support quality investigations involving raw material non-conformances and implement corrective actions with suppliers.
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Apply and maintain compliance with ISO 9001:2015 quality management system requirements.
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Participate in continuous improvement initiatives to enhance procurement processes, supplier performance, and operational efficiency.
**Qualifications:
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Bachelor's degree in Supply Chain Management, Business Administration, Engineering, or a related field.
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Minimum of 5 years of purchasing, sourcing, or procurement experience within a manufacturing environment.
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Experience in the tape, adhesive, coatings, chemical, converting, or related manufacturing industries is highly preferred.
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Strong negotiation, supplier relationship management, and contract administration skills.
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Proficiency with ERP/MRP systems and purchasing software.
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Working knowledge of raw material markets, including films, resins, rubber, acrylics, solvents, chemicals, and packaging materials.
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Strong analytical, organizational, and problem-solving abilities with attention to detail.
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Excellent verbal and written communication skills with the ability to collaborate across cross-functional teams.
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Working knowledge of ISO 9001:2015 quality management standards.
**Preferred Qualifications:
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Previous experience leading or managing a procurement or purchasing team.
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Knowledge of global sourcing practices, international suppliers, and import/export regulations.
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Experience with Lean Manufacturing, Continuous Improvement, Kaizen, or Six Sigma methodologies.
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Professional certifications such as CPSM, CPIM, or CSCP are a plus
You should be proficient in:
- Supply Chain Management
- Import / export regulations
- purchasing expereince