What are the responsibilities and job description for the Director of Procurement position at Flexpak?
We're seeking a Director of Procurement to lead our efforts.
Flexpak is a dynamic and forward-thinking organization at the forefront of the packaging industry. We pride ourselves on our commitment to sustainability, innovation, and quality in providing packaging solutions that meet the diverse needs of our clients. Our team is dedicated to pushing the boundaries of what's possible in procurement.
This Position Reports Directly To: Chief Executive Officer
Position Overview: The Director of Procurement holds a pivotal role within Flexpak, reporting directly to the Chief Executive Officer. This leadership position encompasses the strategic direction and management of our procurement function, ensuring alignment with our overarching business objectives. The Director will be at the helm of crafting and executing procurement strategies that not only drive cost savings but also foster strong supplier relationships, enhance operational efficiency, and champion sustainability initiatives across our organization.
Desired Competencies
- Communication: Articulate thoughts and express ideas effectively using oral, written, visual, and non-verbal communication skills, as well as listening skills to gain understanding. The ability to deliver information in person, and/or in writing.
- Leadership: Skills and behaviors that contribute to superior execution of a team. The ability to enhance others' performance through example and coaching aptitudes.
- Detail Oriented: Thoroughness in accomplishing a task with concern for all the areas involved, no matter how small. Monitors and checks work or information and plans and organizes time and resources efficiently.
- Customer Focused: Gains insight into customer needs to identify solutions both externally and internally.
- Analytical: Ask and answer a range of questions by analyzing data including developing an analytical plan; selecting and using appropriate statistical techniques and tools; and interpreting, evaluating, and comparing results with other findings.
- Market Expertise: Demonstrated understanding of supply chain dynamics and expertise in paper and poly commodity markets. In-depth knowledge of risk mitigation strategies, cost drivers, industry trends, and performance benchmarks.
- Strategic Sourcing: Proven experience in strategic sourcing, including total cost analysis, scenario planning, and risk management.
- Supplier Analysis: Ability to conduct comprehensive supplier analysis, analyze proposals, and support negotiations with decision-making tools/models.
- Project Management: Capacity to independently manage multiple projects in a fast-paced, collaborative environment.
