Responsibilities
Develop and execute sourcing and purchasing strategies for raw materials, chemicals, packaging, and MRO items while supporting qualification of suppliers for films, adhesives, coatings, and related materials
Negotiate pricing, contracts, and supply agreements, monitor market and commodity trends, and lead cost‑reduction initiatives
Evaluate and manage supplier performance, conduct audits, maintain strong vendor relationships, and resolve supply disruptions
Partner with production planning, warehouse, and logistics teams to ensure timely material availability and maintain balanced inventory levels
Ensure all materials meet specifications and regulatory requirements, maintain compliance documentation, and support quality investigations, including ISO 9001:2015 activities.
Review and manage quality‑related documentation, coordinate with cross‑functional teams across multiple sites, and strengthen organizational quality culture
Qualifications
Bachelor’s degree in Supply Chain, Business, Engineering, or a related field, with 5+ years of manufacturing procurement experience
Strong background in sourcing raw materials—especially tapes, adhesives, coatings, chemicals, and converting materials—with solid ERP/MRP system proficiency
Proven ability to negotiate pricing and contracts, analyze raw material markets, and solve complex supply challenges with strong analytical skills
Excellent communication and leadership capabilities, with experience managing procurement teams and supporting global sourcing and import/export activities (preferred)
Familiarity with Lean or continuous improvement practices, and deep understanding of raw material specifications, market dynamics, and quality requirements
Salary: $95k - $120k
Ask for: Aarti Manchanda