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Position Summary:

The Director of Purchasing is responsible for overseeing and optimizing day-to-day purchasing operations, vendor relationships and team management to ensure timely procurement and cost efficiency. 

Responsibilities: including but not limited to - 

Oversee day-to-day purchasing activities including raw materials, printed components, and non-printed packaging. Manage and mentor purchasing team members.Review open order reports with purchasing team members. Adjust team member responsibilities accordingly considering workload and opportunities to achieve the highest level of effectiveness. Establish and maintain vendor relationships striving for long term partnerships; interview vendors on site and conduct regular on and off-site meetings.Manage vendor negotiations with respect to pricing, vendor terms and delivery schedules for new and existing business.Execute purchase orders and vendor contracts to support business needs.Oversee material flow to ensure inventory is maintained and customer delivery dates are met. Ensure project and cost saving trackers are maintained. Monitor, review, and approve change controls as needed.Collaborate with cross-functional departments such as Account Services, Operations, Regulatory Affairs, Accounting, Quality and Warehouse. Identify opportunities for second sourcing. Evaluate daily purchasing reports, prioritize purchase orders by critical need; ensure orders meet the optimal levels to maximize quality and cost savings.Support department head in establishing and monitoring of key performance metrics and continuous improvement initiatives.Keep abreast of market trends, changes in business practices or code requirements.Lead continuous improvements initiatives for the Purchasing department. Maintain and audit inventory database with accurate product and vendor information. Other responsibilities as assigned by senior management. Requirements

Education and Experience:

MBA and 7+ years of experience, preferably in the pharmaceutical or life science industry required; or,Bachelor’s degree and 10+ years purchasing experience, preferably in a pharmaceutical company required; or,15+ years purchasing experience, preferably in a pharmaceutical company, required in lieu of a degree; and,Minimum 5 years’ experience leading and developing a team.

Skills, Knowledge, and Abilities:

Top notch negotiating and analytical skills.Adept in Microsoft Office applications and ERP systems. Excellent verbal and written communication skills.Ability to multitask, strong sense of urgency in resolving any issues.Keen attention to detail.Excellent organizational and follow-up skills. Proactive, with the ability to motivate and develop team members.

Physical Demands:

Required to use hands to handle or feel objects, tools, computer controls.May be required to lift and/or move up to 50 lbs., stand, bend, kneel, crouch, sit, talk, hear, and walk. Specific vision abilities required include close vision, ability to focus. 

Work Conditions: 

Required to be present in the office to provide immediate supervision to direct reports, and collaborate with other departments daily.Employee travel/work hours/schedule/location and/or shift are subject to change based on business needs and Management discretion.  Potential to move between production operations sites/areas to complete job functions. 

Supervisory Responsibilities:

Manage purchasing personnel. 

Personal Protective Equipment or Attire Required for Position:

As needed.

Pay Range:

$125,000 - $160,000 per year