• Manage the daily purchasing of raw materials, packaging, and other critical supplies to support production and operational goals.
• Monitor inventory levels and implement proactive strategies to maintain optimal stock levels, minimize obsolescence, and reduce carrying costs.
• Lead the resolution of purchase order discrepancies, including vendor errors or incorrect receipts, with minimal supervision.
• Analyze purchasing patterns and supplier performance to identify opportunities for cost savings and increased efficiency.

• Build and maintain strong relationships with suppliers to ensure consistent, high-quality service and on-time delivery.
• Coordinate with vendors to address delays, quality issues, or other challenges impacting production or operations.
• Track and report supplier performance metrics, including delivery reliability, quality standards, and responsiveness, and implement corrective actions as needed.

• Conduct advanced data analysis to evaluate supply chain performance, forecast RM demand, and identify trends or areas for improvement.
• Design and maintain dashboards and reports to track key performance indicators (KPIs), including inventory turnover, purchasing cycle times, and cost savings initiatives.
• Present findings and recommendations to leadership to support data-driven decision-making.

• Collaborate with production, logistics, quality, and finance teams to ensure alignment on supply chain priorities and objectives.
• Lead or contribute to cross-functional projects focused on process optimization, cost reduction, and supply chain resilience.
• Act as a subject matter expert for supply chain systems, processes, and tools, providing training and support to team members as needed.
• Support the implementation of new technologies and systems to improve operational efficiency and accuracy.

• Lead or contribute to supply chain initiatives such as inventory optimization, supplier qualification, and purchasing strategy development.
• Identify potential risks in the supply chain and develop mitigation strategies to ensure business continuity.
• Drive continuous improvement efforts by identifying inefficiencies and recommending innovative solutions.

• Bachelor's degree in Supply Chain, Business Administration, Logistics, Engineering or a related field is required
• 3 years of related work experience required.
• Advanced certifications such as APICS Certified Supply Chain Professional (CSCP) or Certified in Production and Inventory Management (CPIM) a plus.

• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills, with the ability to synthesize complex data and develop actionable insights.
• Proficiency in ERP systems and advanced Microsoft Excel functions (e.g., VLOOKUP, pivot tables, macros).
• Exceptional communication and negotiation skills, with the ability to influence stakeholders at all levels of the organization.
• Proven ability to manage multiple priorities and deliver results in a fast-paced, deadline-driven environment.
• Demonstrated ability to lead or contribute to cross-functional teams and projects.

• This position requires the ability to work in a variety of conditions such as an office environment and indoors/outdoors, as well as physical demands such as standing, kneeling, and sitting for prolonged periods of time.
• Must be able to operate a computer and other relevant office equipment for prolonged periods. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
• The employee must occasionally lift and/or move up to 25 pounds.

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