Procurement Manager
Obagi Cosmeceuticals is an industry-leading dermo-cosmetic brand providing transformational skin care products with a 35+ year legacy backed by science and innovation. Recognized by US dermatologists and plastic surgeons for clinical excellence, Obagi operates as a global, omni-channel luxury consumer products business with distribution across physicians, wholesale partners, retail outlets, Amazon, and direct-to-consumer channels.
About the role
Obagi is seeking a resourceful Procurement Manager with an entrepreneurial spirit to own and support supply chain initiatives surrounding new product development, launches, tech transfers, and holiday promotions. This role drives strategic alignment with key stakeholders and owns the end-to-end sourcing process to increase efficiency and cost effectiveness.
Responsibilities
- Develop and execute procurement strategies for raw materials (actives, excipients, fragrances), packaging components (bottles, tubes, cartons, labels), and contract manufacturing services
- Negotiate pricing, contracts, and terms with suppliers to optimize cost, quality, and lead time
- Manage supplier performance through scorecards, KPIs, and regular business reviews
- Monitor market trends, commodity pricing, and supply risks (e.g., raw material shortages, geopolitical disruptions) and develop mitigation strategies
- Manage supplier qualification and validation processes, including documentation for quality and compliance audits
- Drive cost-savings initiatives and value engineering opportunities without compromising product quality
- Support new product development (NPD) by sourcing new ingredients/packaging and managing supplier timelines
- Maintain procurement records, contracts, and supplier agreements in compliance with company policy
- Manage inventory planning in coordination with S&OP to avoid stockouts or excess/obsolete (E&O) inventory
- Maintain and minimize liabilities at CMO site
- Lead or support RFPs/RFQs for strategic sourcing initiatives
Requirements
- Bachelor’s degree from an accredited university required; focus in Business Management, Supply Chain Management, or similar fields strongly preferred
- 5-7+ years of relevant experience in supply chain management, sourcing, packaging, and project management, with emphasis in Operations and Distribution
- Clear understanding of primary packaging, formula compatibility, and secondary packaging for finished goods
- CPG experience with cosmetics, drug/OTC, prescription Rx, and pharmaceutical products highly preferred
- Solid working knowledge of domestic and international sourcing, including turnkey products
- Strong qualitative, analytical, and critical thinking skills with demonstrated use of analysis and metrics to drive continuous improvement and decision making
- Polished negotiation skills and proven track record of building rapport and managing external relationships
- Exceptional organizational and prioritization/time management skills; ability to work under pressure to meet deadlines
- Comfortable operating in a fast-paced, ever-changing environment; thrives in ambiguity and adapts quickly
- Proficiency in Oracle, NetSuite, warehouse management systems, Tableau, and/or Business Intelligence reporting tools
- Proficiency in Microsoft Office and other technologies
- Flexibility working across multiple time zones
- Energetic, positive attitude that encourages team growth and professional development
Physical Requirements
This role may require:
- Lifting, carrying, pushing/pulling
- Sitting/standing in place, walking, bending, turning/twisting
- Kneeling, squatting, crawling, climbing
- Reaching (out/up), grasping, wrist turning, pinching, finger manipulation
- Hearing and talking for extended periods
- Working with a computer for eight hours
- Working in close quarters and communicating over the telephone for eight hours
Pay
$105,000 to $130,000 DOE