Overview The Fountainhead Group is looking for a Director of Global Procurement to join our FGI Family! The Director of Global Procurement will be responsible for directing the sourcing of all materials and vendors to mitigate supply disruption and maintain an efficient flow of goods and services affecting production. Responsibilities
- Develop and lead global sourcing initiatives to satisfy production and customer demand.
- Interface with key suppliers to solve pricing, quality and delivery matters.
- Direct the negotiations on sourcing and cost reduction initiatives to ensure favorable prices, terms, lead times and continuous cost out initiatives.
- Facilitate the implementation of best practices with offshore and domestic suppliers.
- Develop risk management procedures to mitigate supply disruption.
- Continuously monitor existing suppliers' capabilities, operational strength and quality. Qualify new vendors on the same basis.
- Work closely with the VP of Asia Pacific Operations managing FGI's Asia Supply chain.
- Manage the purchasing department by providing leadership, education, delegation and support for direct reports.
- Collaborate with Engineering and the New Product Development Departments with the sourcing of components and / or finished goods for new product launches.
- Oversee the creation of new contracts with key suppliers and lead the renewal of existing contracts. Work with FGI counsel where appropriate to ensure optimal contract terms.
- Communication with management regularly regarding the efficient flow of goods and services affecting production.
- Work with suppliers to maintain a safety stock.
- Oversee RFP's where appropriate.
Remote Position No Min Compensation USD $130,000.00/Yr. Max Compensation USD $150,000.00/Yr. Qualifications
- Bachelor's degree in Business Administration, Accounting, Engineering or related field
- Strong negotiating skills
- At minimum 7 years of direct management experience in purchasing
- Ability to work well with a team in a high-stress and face-paced environment
- Comprehensive understanding of MS Excel, MS Work and industry standard purchase order software platforms
- Past experience with global purchasing
- Knowledge of custom's, regulations, tariffs and duties is desired
- Past purchasing experience with Asia and S/E Asian suppliers is desired
- Knowledge of Epicor is desired
In addition to a competitive salary, we are pleased to offer the following benefit package:
- Medical
- Dental
- Paid Vacation
- Holiday Pay
- 401k with employer match
- Tuition Reimbursement
- Health Reimbursement Account (HRA)
- Flexible Spending Account (FSA)
- Employer paid Life Insurance
- Employee paid Voluntary Life and Short Term Disability Coverage
Company Website To learn more about our company culture and commitment to the local community, visit the Community page of our website and be sure to follow our Facebook account for exciting updates and events! www.thefountainheadgroup.com/community www.facebook.com/thefountainheadgroup Company Profile The Fountainhead Group is a family-owned and operated company, dedicated to the success and longevity of our business, our employees, and our community. For more than 130 years, FGI has been creating, innovating, and manufacturing liquid sprayer products for the world's top brands and retailers. From the first compressed air sprayer in 1888, we have dedicated ourselves to creating products that make our customer's lives easier, expanding our offering to include the highest quality sprayer technology for both home and professional use. Across four manufacturing and distribution centers in Central New York, we're committed to the betterment of our FGI Family of employees and our local community, supporting more than 350+ local nonprofits through our robust philanthropy and volunteer programs to ensure the success of our community for generations to come. The Fountainhead Group is an Equal Opportunity Employer (AAE/EEO) and ranked one of the Best Companies to Work for in New York State by the Society for Human Resource Management. All applicants will be considered for employment without attention to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, veteran, refugee or disability status. With over 12 languages spoken at FGI, regardless of language ability, education, or training, there is a place for you within the FGI Family!