Purchasing Lead

Job Summary
Under the direction of the Purchasing Supervisor, the Commodity Lead is responsible responsible for developing and executing commodity strategies for resin and related materials, optimizing cost, quality, and supply chain performance. This role involves leading procurement activities, negotiating contracts, managing supplier relationships, and ensuring alignment with business objectives.

Essential Functions:

• Managing overall supplier relationships including supplier performance, contracts, price negotiations, capacity planning,
  risk mitigation, cost and quality improvements.
• Raw and indirect material purchase/cost analysis/cost reduction: be the commodity expert, develop a deep understanding of
  material types (resin, chemicals, etc.)
• Support development & execution of procurement strategies that align with company goals related to quality, cost
  savings, supplier performance, and inventory management.
• Ensure compliance with company policies, quality standards, and regulatory requirements in all
  procurement activities.
• Facilitate and assist with the vendor onboarding process alongside Finance, Legal, and Quality. Understanding of contracts,
  terms & conditions is a must.
• Collaborate closely with cross-functional teams, including manufacturing, engineering, quality, and supply
  chain management, to support new product development, production schedules, and overall operational
  needs.
• Maintain departmental metrics & assist in the execution of applicable action plans
  to drive execution & achievement of goals and objectives.
• Manage supplier risk by ensuring a diverse and reliable supplier base, developing contingency plans, and
  monitoring market trends.
• Drive continuous improvement initiatives to enhance procurement processes, reduce lead times,
  and optimize inventory levels across multiple branches in USA and MX.
• Work with ERP and MRP systems to manage purchase orders, monitor inventory, and track supplier
  performance.
• Other tasks as assigned.

Qualifications:

• Associates degree required
• 7-10 years of procurement experience
• Experience in raw/indirect material (resin, chemicals, etc.) purchasing for manufacturing processes.
• Knowledge and understanding of purchasing practices.
• MRP buying knowledge.
• CPM Certification preferred.
• Must have valid driver's license, with an acceptable driving record, along with adequate insurance.
• Proficient with Microsoft products and ERP systems.

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By applying for a position with HellermannTyton, you understand that should you be made an offer, it will be contingent on your undergoing and successfully completing a background check through the use of our 3rd party supplier. Background checks may include some or all of the following based on the nature of the position: SSN/SIN validation, education verification, employment verification, criminal check, driving history, and drug test. You will be notified during the hiring process of which checks are required by the position.

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