Save Job Back to Search Job Description Summary Similar JobsAmazing Director level opportunity in Fairfield County, CTCompetitive pay and great benefits!About Our ClientMy client is a recognized leader in the Food and Beverage industryJob DescriptionLeads the development of sourcing strategies for material commoditiesWorks with the Purchasing team to ensure the stability and reliability of supplier baseIs responsible for and oversees the Purchasing Spend plan; provides visibility to spend metrics to Finance and other key members of the CompanyEnsures that the team is focused on value improvement initiatives such as cost savings, lead time reductions, inventory management improvements, and "greening" initiativesConduct RFP's and business proposals. Execute supply agreements and contracts that achieve best total value for BigelowManages long term, strategic supplier relationshipsWorks with Director of Supply Chain Planning to ensure Purchasing Buy Plan aligns with Production Game PlanSupports the R&D team in the sourcing of new materials as well as maintaining high quality standardsEstablishes inventory plan for each commodity, and ensures complianceActively supports the organization in the launch of new products, restages, and other initiativesLead the development of departmental KPI's and Supplier Scorecards, including relevant management reporting tools\Advocates for and drives system and process improvementsMPI does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, marital status, or based on an individual's status in any group or class protected by applicable federal, state or local law. MPI encourages applications from minorities, women, the disabled, protected veterans and all other qualified applicants.The Successful ApplicantBachelor's degree in supply chain, Operations, Finance or related field.Experience with global supplier basePractical experience driving business process improvements, including the use of contemporary system toolsSolid knowledge of end-to-end manufacturing supply chainsDemonstrated proficiency using ERP systems and Microsoft Office toolsWhat's on OfferSalaryBonusPTOSick TimeWFH DaysSummer Fridays year round401kMedicalDentalVisionContactSarah JonesQuote job refJN-122024-6619260Job summarySectorProcurement & Supply ChainSub SectorDirect ProcurementIndustryFMCG (Fast Moving Consumer Goods)LocationInternationalContract TypePermanentConsultant nameSarah JonesJob ReferenceJN-122024-6619260