Assistant Procurement Manager
Plastics | Rubber | Polymer Manufacturing
Own the Supply Chain Behind High-Performance Materials
Join a growing plastics and elastomer manufacturing organization supplying critical materials into industrial and engineered applications. This role sits at the center of operations - overseeing raw material sourcing, supplier performance, and procurement strategy that directly impacts production, cost, and quality.
If you understand the pressures of manufacturing - volatile resin pricing, supplier constraints, and production deadlines - this is a chance to step into a high-visibility, impact-driven role.
What You'll Do
Strategic Procurement & Supplier Management
Manage sourcing and negotiations for resins, polymers, additives, and operating supplies
Build strong supplier partnerships to ensure cost control, quality, and supply reliability
Evaluate supplier performance (quality, delivery, pricing accuracy) and drive improvements
Analyze supplier bids and support contract negotiations and awards
Manufacturing & Operations Support
Partner with production, technical, and planning teams to ensure uninterrupted material flow
Proactively manage supply risks including shortages, price fluctuations, and quality issues
Resolve material challenges impacting production schedules and customer commitments
Support ERP and process improvement initiatives tied to procurement and planning
Inventory & Production Planning
Oversee raw material and packaging inventory aligned to forecast and production demand
Balance working capital with supply continuity in a make-to-stock / make-to-order environment
Support vendor-managed inventory and supplier stocking programs
Continuous Improvement & Leadership
Drive process improvements in procurement and supplier performance
Support budgeting, reporting, and cost optimization initiatives
Ensure compliance with ISO standards, safety, and environmental regulations
What You Bring
Bachelor's degree in Business, Supply Chain, or related field
3-5 years of procurement experience in plastics, rubber, or chemical manufacturing
Experience sourcing resins, elastomers, polymers, or related raw materials
1+ year in a leadership or supervisory role
Strong negotiation skills with direct supplier management experience
Understanding of pricing dynamics and supply chain challenges in polymer markets
ERP system experience and strong Excel/data skills
Knowledge of import/export or global sourcing is a plus
Comfortable working in a plant + office environment with cross-functional teams
Why This Role Stands Out
Direct impact on production continuity and material cost control
Exposure to volatile and strategic raw material markets (resins/elastomers)
High collaboration with operations, engineering, and leadership
Opportunity to influence supplier strategy and long-term sourcing decisions
What Success Looks Like
Consistent, reliable supply of critical raw materials
Strong supplier partnerships delivering cost and service improvements
Reduced production disruptions tied to material shortages
Improved inventory accuracy and working capital efficiency
This is a great opportunity for someone looking to step into a more strategic procurement role within plastics/rubber manufacturing, while still staying close to operations and making day-to-day impact.
Pay Details: $85,000.00 to $115,000.00 per year
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