Supply Chain Manager

The Supply Chain & Procurement Manager is responsible for leading all aspects of procurement, strategic sourcing, inventory control, materials planning, supplier management, and logistics activities supporting Lithographic and Flexographic manufacturing operations. This role ensures uninterrupted material availability while optimizing cost, quality, inventory investment, and supplier performance. The successful candidate will drive supply chain excellence through continuous improvement initiatives, vendor partnerships, forecasting accuracy, inventory optimization and cross-functional collaboration with Operations, Customer Service, Scheduling, Finance and Sales. Essential JOB DUTIES Essential job functions and duties include, but are not limited to, the following: Strategic Sourcing and Procurement : Develop and execute sourcing strategies for all direct and indirect materials. Lead negotiations with suppliers to achieve cost savings, improved payment terms, quality improvements, and service enhancements. Manage supplier contracts and pricing agreements. Conduct supplier evaluations and quarterly business reviews. Monitor commodity pricing trends and identify opportunities to reduce material costs. Supply Chain Management: Develop material planning processes that align with production schedules and customer demand. Ensure sufficient inventory levels while minimizing excess and obsolete inventory. Oversee inventory accuracy initiatives including cycle counting and inventory reconciliation. Establish KPI’s for inventory turns, supplier performance on time delivery, and procurement savings. Identify and mitigate supply risks through alternate sourcing strategies and contingency planning. Supplier Relationship Management Build strong partnerships with key suppliers. Measure supplier performance through scorecards. Lead supplier corrective action initiatives when quality or delivery issues occur. Develop supplier diversity and strategic sourcing initiatives where applicable. Inventory and Warehouse Management: Oversee inventory levels to ensure optimal stock while minimizing excess or shortages. Implement effective inventory control systems and monitor accuracy. Coordinate inbound freight and transportation activities. Evaluate freight costs and identify savings opportunities. Support warehouse optimization and inventory flow improvements. Ensure compliance with receiving, storage, and inventory control procedures. Continuous Improvement: Identify supplier best practices, (SOP’s), and Code of Conduct documents and opportunities to streamline purchasing and inventory management processes. Support Lean Six Sima, and continuous improvement projects within Supply Chain. Logistics/Transportation: Coordinate transportation and distribution to ensure timely delivery of goods. Optimize logistics processes to reduce costs and improve delivery performance. Address transportation challenges, including customs regulations and freight management. Quality and Regulator Coordination: Ensure Procurement only purchases approved supplier/component combinations. Data Analysis and Reporting: Analyze supply chain to identify trends, inefficiencies, and opportunities for improvement. Prepare reports and dashboards for senior management, providing insights and recommendations. Team Leadership and Development: Mentor and develop the supply chain team to achieve departmental goals. Foster a culture of collaboration, accountability, and continuous improvement. Compliance and Sustainability: Ensure all supply chain activities comply with legal and regulatory requirements. Promote sustainable practices, including waste reduction and eco-friendly sourcing. QUALIFICATIONS To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skills, education, and/or abilities required for the job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable q…

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