Director of Purchasing

LanceSoft Inc

Terre Haute, IN

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JOB DETAILS

JOB TYPE

Full-time

SKILLS

Alliance/Partner Management, Analysis Skills, Business Processes, Business Strategy, Communication Skills, Competitive Analysis/Strategy, Contract Management, Contract Requirements, Cross-Functional, Data Quality, Depth Perception, Documentation, Lift/Move 30 Pounds, Lift/Move 50 Pounds, Maintain Compliance, Manufacturing Operations, Marketing, Mathematics, Microsoft Excel, Microsoft Office, Microsoft PowerPoint, Microsoft Word, Negotiation Skills, Operational Support, Physical Demands, Presentation/Verbal Skills, Pricing, Problem Solving Skills, Procurement Planning, Procurement Strategy, Purchasing/Procurement, Quality Management, Regulatory Compliance, Requirements Management, Research & Development (R&D), SAP, Sales, Sourcing Strategy, Systems Maintenance, Team Lead/Manager, Time Management, Vendor/Supplier Planning, Writing Skills

LOCATION

Terre Haute, IN

POSTED

30+ days ago

Enter Job Description... Title - Director of Purchasing Location - Terre Haute, IN Compensation - Upto $150,000 / Annum + Relocation + Benefits Position Summary The Director of Purchasing is responsible for the strategic sourcing and procurement of all primary and secondary packaging components through the approved supply base to support manufacturing operations. This role analyzes packaging requirements and supply markets to develop high-quality, cost-competitive sourcing strategies aligned with company objectives. The Director of Purchasing leads supplier negotiations, establishes purchase contracts and releases, and ensures supplier on-time performance and compliance. This position utilizes SAP and operates in accordance with company business processes and standards while collaborating cross-functionally to support current and future operational needs. Essential Duties and Responsibilities Develop and execute procurement strategies to ensure supply continuity, cost efficiency, and quality performance Utilize SAP-based purchasing tools to procure all packaging components Maintain accurate system data including pricing, terms, and supplier information Provide forecasts to suppliers and maintain frequent communication with approved suppliers Lead negotiation efforts across the full packaging portfolio Create, manage, and maintain purchase contracts and release schedules Ensure supplier on-time delivery and compliance with contractual obligations Verify three-way invoice matching and resolve invoice discrepancies Conduct supplier visits as needed to support performance, quality, and relationship management Partner closely with Production, Quality, and Research & Development teams to ensure materials meet operational and future product requirements Collaborate with Sales and Marketing to understand product demand and align procurement plans accordingly Maintain compliance with internal purchasing policies and standards Education and Experience Associate Degree from an accredited college or university with 5+ years of purchasing and planning experience in packaging or a related field OR Bachelors Degree from an accredited college or university with 3+ years of purchasing and planning experience in packaging or a related field Required Skills and Competencies Technical Skills SAP proficiency (required) Microsoft Office Suite proficiency (Excel, Word, PowerPoint) Communication Skills Ability to read and interpret supplier agreements and related documentation Strong written and verbal communication skills Ability to effectively communicate with suppliers, cross-functional teams, and management Mathematical Skills Ability to apply mathematical concepts to practical procurement and planning scenarios Strong analytical and problem-solving skills Ability to interpret data, reason logically, and resolve practical issues in a fast-paced environment hysical Demands The physical demands described here are representative of those required to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform essential functions. Regular use of hands to handle or feel objects and reach with hands and arms Ability to stand, walk, sit, talk, and hear Regular lifting and/or moving up to 15 pounds Frequent lifting and/or moving up to 30 pounds Occasional lifting and/or moving up to 50 pounds Specific vision abilities include close vision, distance vision, color vision, peripheral vision, depth perception, and ability to adjust focus Reasoning Ability EEO Employer LanceSoft is a certified Minority Business Enterprise (MBE) and an equal opportunity employer. We prohibit discrimination and harassment of any kind based on race, color, sex, religion, sexual orientation, national origin, disability, genetic information, pregnancy, or any other protected characteristic as outlined by federal, state, or local laws. This policy applies to all employment practices within our organization, including hiring, recruiting, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, leave of absence, compensation, benefits, training, and apprenticeship. LanceSoft makes hiring decisions based solely on qualifications, merit, and business needs at the time.

About the Company

LanceSoft Inc

We are a $125 Million, NMSDC-certified Minority & Woman owned Workforce Solutions Company headquartered in the DC metro area with presence across US with global presence - Canada, Mexico, India, UK, Malaysia, Indonasia, Hongkong, Singapore, UAE. We are specialized in providing Workforce Solutions, SOW project delivery, Engineering Solutions, Creative Services. We currently support 100+ Fortune companies globally and across multiple industry segments. We are currently supporting several massive programs across industry segment nationally/globally (Intel, Ally, AMD, QUALCOMM, Morgan Stanley, Kraft/ Mondelez, MNP, Amdocs, Dell, SanDisk, Medtronic, Becton Dickinson, GE, Lockheed Martin, UTC, L-3 Communications, Caterpillar, BMW, Mercedes Benz, National Grid, Dominion, Energy Future Holdings, PSEG, 3M, Fidelity, Aetna, Humana, Johnson & Johnson, Pfizer, Merck etc).

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender, identity, national origin, disability, or protected veteran status.

COMPANY SIZE

2,000 to 2,499 employees

INDUSTRY

Staffing/Employment Agencies

FOUNDED

2000

WEBSITE

http://www.lancesoft.com/

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