Strategic Director of Purchasing & Supplier Management

ClinLab Staffing; Hauppauge (NY); On-site; USD 120,000 - 150,000; Full time

Job summary

ClinLab Staffing is seeking a Director of Purchasing responsible for leading all procurement activities to optimize cost, quality, and vendor performance. This strategic role emphasizes the importance of strong supplier relationships and analytical precision, ensuring compliance with procurement policies in various industries including personal care and pharmaceuticals. Candidates must possess a Bachelor's degree in Supply Chain Management or Business, along with significant experience in procurement. A proactive approach to risk management and sustainability is also essential for success in this role.

Qualifications

• 8+ years of progressive experience in procurement or supply chain roles, including 3+ years in a leadership position.
• Proficiency in ERP systems and inventory planning tools.
• Experience in manufacturing and consumer goods industries preferred.
• Familiarity with ESG and other ethical sourcing initiatives.

Responsibilities

• Develop and implement company-wide purchasing strategies.
• Build and maintain strong relationships with suppliers.
• Monitor procurement performance using KPIs; evaluate cost-saving opportunities.
• Collaborate with inventory, operations, and finance teams to project demand.
• Identify and mitigate supply chain risks.
• Develop procurement policies and procedures.
• Manage purchasing team members, providing mentorship and training.

Skills

Negotiation skills

Market analysis

Supplier performance tracking

Organizational skills

Leadership skills

Communication skills

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Supply Chain Management, Business, or related field

MBA or APICS/CPIM/CPSM certification

Tools

ERP systems (e.g., Infor, Visual, SAP, Oracle)

Inventory planning tools

Microsoft Office Suite

Job description

ClinLab Staffing is seeking a Director of Purchasing responsible for leading all procurement activities to optimize cost, quality, and vendor performance. This strategic role emphasizes the importance of strong supplier relationships and analytical precision, ensuring compliance with procurement policies in various industries including personal care and pharmaceuticals. Candidates must possess a Bachelor's degree in Supply Chain Management or Business, along with significant experience in procurement. A proactive approach to risk management and sustainability is also essential for success in this role.