Dir Supply Chain & Strat Srcng

Paragon Films Inc•Broken Arrow, OK

About The Position

The Purchasing Manager directs strategic sourcing and inventory program implementation for Paragon Films. The role works with external vendors, internal customers, and employees throughout the company to meet departmental goals. It leads procurement of non-resin materials and promotes continuous improvement in inventory management, while championing the company’s culture. The position also provides leadership and mentorship to the purchasing and inventory control teams, including personnel in the United States and Mexico.

Requirements

Associate degree in supply chain management or a related field.
Proven success in inventory, procurement, and supplier negotiations.
Understanding of profit and loss.
Intermediate skills in Microsoft Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook, and Power BI.
Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
Strong negotiation and problem-resolution skills.
Effectiveness in managing cross-functional teams.
Organization, prioritization, and self-motivation.
Strong attention to detail and problem-solving ability.
Ability to adapt to rapid changes, multitask, and handle unexpected delays while maintaining attention to detail.
Ability to practice and promote teamwork and servant leadership.
Ability to solve complex issues across departmental lines of authority.
Ability to manage multifaceted projects alongside day-to-day activities.

Nice To Haves

Five or more years of purchasing, sourcing, and inventory control experience.
Bachelor’s degree.
Manufacturing industry experience.
Inventory-related experience.

Responsibilities

Oversee procurement of non-resin supplies used in manufacturing.
Develop and implement sourcing strategies to reduce costs, optimize inventory, and improve efficiency; maintain appropriate inventory levels and make purchasing decisions based on market conditions, sales, and production needs.
Lead commercial supplier evaluation, qualification, and approval.
Research industries and build networks to identify new sourcing opportunities.
Lead supplier and vendor pricing and contract negotiations.
Serve as the primary contact for key non-resin vendors and build long-term relationships.
Coordinate purchasing activities to comply with applicable government and legal regulations.
Develop processes and business infrastructure to support efficient supply chain operations.
Implement and maintain inventory controls for finished goods and raw materials; lead inventory control personnel in the United States and Mexico, focusing on accuracy, cycle counting, reconciliation, procedures, reporting, and continuous improvement.
Coordinate with product managers and others on additions to or eliminations from the company item master.
Integrate new products into manufacturing, including raw materials, inventory, production scheduling, packaging specifications, and warehousing.
Evaluate, recommend, and implement approved packaging design changes, specifications, and drawing releases.
Address quality issues with non-resin supplies and work with vendors to ensure raw and packaging materials meet quality standards.
Alert leadership to supply-related risks.
Provide analytical data and recommendations to support other areas of the company, using information from operating systems.
Develop and improve scorecards, dashboards, and other tools to increase visibility into operational trends and support improvements.
Prepare reports and make recommendations within areas of responsibility.
Supervise, lead, and mentor employees; support accountability, recognition, performance goals, disciplinary matters, and career development.
Partner with Operations Leaders to identify ways to reduce production and manufacturing costs.