Procurement Manager

About the role

This is a new position to add to a growing team. The Procurement Manager will lead and facilitate procurement activities for a given set of goods to support INX and its affiliates. This individual will own the day-to-day management of a group of vendors and act as the point of contact between the vendors and INX across multiple manufacturing sites and technical labs.

Starting salary range: $85,000 to $100,000 annually. Actual compensation will be based on qualifications such as experience, education, certifications, skills, and geographic considerations.

Responsibilities

• Work alongside the Director of Strategic Sourcing and Procurement to develop, implement, and execute procurement strategies across the INX supplier base, including sourcing and qualification of alternative suppliers.
• Stay current on global market trends of categorical commodities/materials; effectively translate trends into proactive risk, supply, and cost controls.
• Collaborate directly with Operational branches, Corporate Supply Chain, Technical, and Commercial teams to support strategic initiatives and fiscal health.
• Conduct periodic supplier evaluations to ensure compliance with company policies and standards.
• Track and analyze key performance indicators to optimize procurement processes and supplier performance.
• Maintain accurate records of procurement activities and scorecards.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to forecast production needs and plan for future demand.
• Negotiate contracts, terms, and conditions with outside vendors with a focus on delivering internal favorability.
• Support all INX facilities by maintaining steady communication with key positions to best coordinate flow and use of materials between departments and manufacturing sites.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in Business Administration, Supply Chain Management, or a related field, or equivalent on-the-job training (OJT) working experience.
• 5+ years of procurement experience in a production environment.
• Strong negotiation and analytical skills with the ability to identify and solve problems.
• Successful track record of utilizing problem-solving methods to continuously improve quality, delivery, and cost performance.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and Outlook).
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to build and maintain relationships with suppliers and internal stakeholders.
• Proficiency in procurement software.
• Ability to work independently and manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment.
• Robust organizational skills and attention to detail.

Preferred qualifications:

• SAP or S4Hana experience.
• Relevant certification in APICS, ISM, or equivalent.
• Knowledge of the ink industry or chemical industry.

Benefits

• Medical, dental, and vision insurance.
• Life insurance and disability coverage.
• Pet insurance.
• HSA and FSA options.
• 401(k) retirement plan.
• Paid Volunteer Time Off.
• Paid Parental Leave.

We support the needs of our employees, their dependents, and their communities by providing a benefit package that is easy to understand, easy to access, and affordable for all employees.