Manager, Sales/Procurement

ECOPLASTIC AMERICA CORP; Macon (GA); On-site; USD 90,000 - 150,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

STD/LTD/Life Insurance

401(k)

Relocation assistance

Job summary

ECOPLASTIC AMERICA CORP is seeking a Manager of Procurement to lead strategic sourcing and price management. The role oversees supplier negotiations, cost estimation, and vendor relationships to ensure supply chain efficiency in manufacturing operations.

Candidates should have 7–10+ years in procurement, a Bachelor’s degree in a related field, and bilingual English/Korean communication skills for global collaboration and internal teams.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Business Administration, Supply Chain, or a related field.
• 7 to 10+ years of direct purchasing or supply chain management experience in manufacturing.
• Proven leadership in vendor management, strategic sourcing, and team supervision.
• Fluency in English and Korean (written and spoken) for global liaison.

Responsibilities

• Lead strategic sourcing and procurement operations to ensure smooth purchases.
• Review and negotiate unit pricing with suppliers and vendors.
• Manage provisional pricing agreements with rigorous follow-up and settlement procedures.
• Monitor unit pricing for inventory items in warehouses and direct-transaction components.
• Calculate and propose fair market pricing for outsourced suppliers and processing orders.
• Oversee procurement for general consumables, equipment, tools, and materials.
• Lead initiatives to revise internal procurement standards and align with external partners.

Skills

Leadership

Negotiation

Team leadership

English-Korean fluency

Education

Bachelor's degree in Business Administration / Supply Chain

Tools

SAP ERP

Procurement software

Job description

Job Details: Job Location: ECOPLASTIC AMERICA - Register, GA 30452, Job Title: Manager, ProcurementDepartment: Procurement/SalesLocation: Register, GA/ On-SiteJob Type: FT ExemptShift: 8:00 AM – 5:00 PM (Schedule is subject to change based on production demands.)

Strategic Sourcing & Price Management

• Lead and oversee strategic sourcing and procurement operations to ensure smooth purchase transactions and supply chain efficiency.
• Review and negotiate unit pricing with partner companies and raw material/component suppliers.
• Manage provisional pricing agreements, ensuring rigorous follow-up, auditing, and final settlement procedures.
• Monitor and manage unit pricing for inventory items held in warehouses, including electronic goods and direct-transaction components.
• Calculate and propose fair market pricing independently for outsourced suppliers and sub-contracted processing orders.

Cost Estimation & Financial Controls

• Direct detailed cost estimation processes in accordance with organizational standard requirements.
• Analyze, estimate, and validate comprehensive costs for production orders, sub-assembly, and transportation logistics, including coordination with in-house subcontractors.
• Validate pricing accuracy, authorize payment processes, and maintain accurate administrative documentation.

Operations & Vendor Management

• Lead procurement operations for general consumables, production-related equipment, tools, and operational materials.
• Manage procurement activities for specialized plant equipment, delivery assets, and storage containers.
• Oversee the sourcing and supply continuity of subsidiary materials required for manufacturing processes.
• Lead initiatives to revise internal procurement standards and align operational practices with external partners.

Qualifications:

Education & Experience

• Education: Bachelor’s degree in Business Administration, Supply Chain Management, Logistics, or a related field.
• Experience: 7 to 10+ years of direct purchasing or supply chain management experience within a manufacturing environment.
• Leadership: Proven leadership experience in vendor management, strategic sourcing, and team supervision.
• Language Proficiency: Professional fluency in both English and Korean (written and spoken) is required to liaise with global partners and internal teams.

Knowledge & Skills

• Advanced financial acumen, strategic planning, and cost breakdown evaluation capabilities.
• Exceptional negotiation track record, executive communication, and strong vendor relationship management skills.
• Proficiency with enterprise resource planning (ERP) systems (e.g., SAP) and modern procurement management software.
• Strong leadership ability to manage complex projects independently while leading cross-functional teams.

Benefits and More:

• Health insurance (medical, vision, and dental)
• STD/LTD/Life
• 401(k)
• Relocation assistance
• Opportunity to drive significant changes with an ability to make an impact across the organization

EEO Statement

SECO Ecoplastic America is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We make all employment decisions based on merit, qualifications, and business need. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, sex (including pregnancy), age, disability, religion, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity, veteran status, or any other status protected by law.

We welcome applications from all backgrounds, including women, veterans, individuals with disabilities, and multilingual candidates.

If you need reasonable accommodation during the application process, please inform Human Resources.