Director of Procurement
Company: RADIANS INC
Location: Memphis
Posted on: May 9, 2024
Job Description:
Description:Who is Radians Inc: Radians Inc. is a company
committed to leading the way to a safer tomorrow. How do we lead
the way to a safer tomorrow, by hiring the best people to help
achieve our goal. About Radians Inc: Radians Inc. has been in
business over 20 years. Radians has become a major leader in the
safety industry by manufacturing high-performance Personal
Protective Equipment (PPE) for the industrial, construction, and
safety markets. We are looking for a Director of Procurement to
join our team. The leader in this role should possess 10-15 years
with the ability to establish/improve processes to synergize
Purchasing, Inventory Management, Vendor Management and Compliance
Management teams. The ideal candidate is responsible for developing
and implementing a supply strategy that delivers the lowest total
cost, reduces inventory, and maximizes customer satisfaction
through world class service.Requirements: ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND
RESPONSIBILITIES:
- Must have demand planning and in depth import experience
- Establish strategic parameters and processes across purchasing
team to effectively manage inventory levels while improving product
turn metrics and fulfillment (serviceability) rates.
- Provides leadership and strategic direction to the supply team
(Demand Planning, Procurement, and Inbound Transportation). Leads
the team in executing best practices and measuring performance
through agreed upon Key Performance Indicators (KPIs).
- Establish performance benchmarks and work with our suppliers
through a scorecard system, allowing for more effective vendor
management of 3rd party suppliers. Identify and integrate new
alternative supply sources to improve fulfillment rates and achieve
better costing to improve margins. Ensure that all key suppliers
receive updated rolling forecasts.
- Improve ROI with 3rd Party Freight Forward Service vendors;
establishing priority preference contract agreements to shorten
delivery time of direct shipment containers from suppliers.
- Ensure serviceability and delivery deadlines are met/exceeded.
Ensure that all inbound delivery receipts for inbound freight and
backorders are correctly communicated internally. The ability to
negotiate for better pricing and buying terms are a must.
- Collaborate with Product Managers' efforts related to sourcing
and life cycle management of 1,000's of SKUs across key product
categories - gloves, clothing, eyewear, hearing protection and
other - and general merchandise products to support correct
inventory levels, forecasting and overall serviceability. EDUCATION
AND SKILLS:
- Bachelor's degree in Industrial Engineering, Engineering,
Supply Chain, Mathematics, Business etc. preferred SUPERVISORY
RESPONSIBILITIES:
- Demand Planning, Procurement, and Inbound Transportation
etc.
- Carries out supervisory responsibilities in accordance with the
organization's policies and applicable laws.
- Responsibilities may include interviewing, hiring, and training
employees; planning, assigning, and directing work; appraising
performance; rewarding and disciplining employees; addressing
complaints and resolving problems.
- Inventory Management/Manage supply chain productivity and
operational processes. Implement industry best practices for
forecasting, sourcing, risk mitigation, inventory, and vendor
management. OTHER SKILLS and ABILITIES:
- Detail Oriented, mindset of continuous improvement
- Resolute Personality to drive improved team performance
- Intuitive, Strategic Thinker
- Change-Agent mindset Benefits are:
- 401(k)
- 401(k) matching
- Dental insurance
- Vision insurance
- Disability insurance
- Health insurance
- Life insurance
- Paid time offRadians, Inc. is an Equal Opportunity Employer.
All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment
without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation,
gender identity, or national
origin.PI820496c2d304-31181-30074310
Keywords: RADIANS INC, Memphis , Director of Procurement, Professions , Memphis, Tennessee
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