Procurement Manager

Job Description

This role offers a range of $85,000 to $90,000 annually. Actual compensation will be based on qualifications such as experience, education, certifications, and skills, as well as geographic considerations.

Seeking a strong negotiator and analytical, strategic thinker as a Procurement Manager! This is a new position to add to a growing team! This individual will lead & facilitate the procurement activities for a given set of goods to support INX & its affiliates. Owns the day-to-day management of a group of vendors and acts as the point of contact between the vendors and INX across multiple manufacturing sites and technical labs.

As a Procurement Manager, you are responsible to :

Work alongside the Director of Strategic Sourcing and Procurement to develop, implement, and execute procurement strategies across the INX supplier base, including but not limited to sourcing and qualification of alternative suppliers.

Stay current on global market trends of categorical commodities / materials; effectively translate trends into proactive risk, supply and cost controls.

Collaborate directly with Operational branches, Corporate Supply Chain, Technical and Commercial teams to support strategic initiatives and fiscal health.

Conduct periodic supplier evaluations to ensure compliance with company policies and standards.

Track and analyze key performance indicators to optimize procurement processes and supplier performance. Maintain accurate records of procurement activities and scorecards.

Collaborate with cross-functional teams to forecast production needs and plan for future demand.

Negotiate contracts, terms & conditions with outside vendors with a focus on delivering internal favorability.

Support ALL INX facilities by maintaining steady communication with key positions to best coordinate flow and use of materials between departments and manufacturing sites.

Qualifications : Qualifications

• To perform your job as expected, you will be required to :
• Have a Bachelor’s degree in Business Administration, Supply Chain Management, or a related field or equivalent OJT working experience
• Have 5 years of procurement experience in a production environment
• Demonstrate strong negotiation and analytical skills with the ability to identify and solve problems
• Possess a successful track record of utilizing problem-solving methods to continuously improve quality, delivery, and cost performance
• Be proficient with Microsoft Office - Word, Excel, PowerPoint and Outlook
• Demonstrate excellent communication and interpersonal skills
• Show the ability to build and maintain relationships with suppliers and internal stakeholders.
• Be proficient in procurement software.
• Be able to work independently and manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment.
• Robust organizational skills and attention to detail.
• In addition to these qualifications, we will consider it a plus if you have :
• Relevant certification in APICS, ISM or equivalent is a plus
• Knowledge of the ink industry or chemical industry is a plus

Additional Information

We offer a competitive salary with excellent benefits including medical, dental, vision, life insurance, disability, pet insurance, HSA and FSA, 401(k), and more. Through our programs, which now include Paid Volunteer Time Off and Paid Parental Leave , we support the needs of our employees, their dependents, and their communities by providing a benefit package that is easy to understand, easy to access, and affordable for all our employees.

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We require post-offer, pre-employment drug screens, physicals, and background checks.

Equal Opportunity Employer : disability / veteran.

Salary : $85,000 - $90,000