Purpose of Role

The Director of Procurement is responsible for overseeing an organization’s procurement & sourcing, freight & transportation and recycling materials activities. This individual will ensure the strategic acquisition of goods and services to meet organizational objectives efficiently and cost-effectively. The role involves a combination of strategic vision, operational expertise, and vendor relationship management to drive value and innovation across the supply chain.

Areas of Accountabilities

Strategic Procurement Leadership

• Develop and implement a comprehensive procurement strategy aligned with organizational goals and business priorities. This strategy includes logistical operations, procurement and recycling materials sourcing.
• Identify opportunities to optimize costs, improve quality, and ensure timely delivery of products and services.
• Lead the transition to sustainable and ethical sourcing practices, ensuring compliance with corporate social responsibility (CSR) initiatives.

Vendor Relationship Management

• Establish and nurture partnerships with key vendors to foster collaboration and innovation.
• Negotiate contracts, terms, and agreements to achieve the best value while maintaining quality and service standards.
• Monitor vendor performance and ensure adherence to agreed-upon standards, resolving issues proactively.

Continuous Improvement

• Oversee the procurement lifecycle, ensuring seamless coordination between purchasing, production, and logistics teams.
• Implement best practices in procurement processes, leveraging technologies such as e-procurement platforms and data analytics.
• Manage budgets effectively, ensuring accurate forecasting and reporting of procurement expenditures.
• Identify internal cost reduction opportunities and make recommendations to leverage our buying power to reduce organizational spend.

Rehrig's Accountable Management System (RAMS)

• Build and lead a high-performing team ensuring alignment of individual and team efforts with organizational goals and ensuring joyful accountability.
• Model human-centered leadership and coach managers to lead through this lens, ensuring everyone feels seen, heard, and helped.
• Foster a collaborative and innovative culture that encourages continuous improvement by coaching team members through regular feedback and recognition.
• Set clear objectives and performance goals for the team to ensure expectation clarity.

Knowledge, Skills, and Experience

• A bachelor’s degree in supply chain management, business administration, or a related field.
• 10 years of experience in procurement, supply chain management, or sourcing.
• Proven expertise in contract negotiation, supplier management, and strategic sourcing.
• Experience managing large-volume resin spend and negotiating with major suppliers.
• Familiarity with resin performance characteristics and material substitution options.
• Experience in implementing digital tools and technologies to optimize procurement operations.
• Ability to analyze data to identify trends, risks, and opportunities for process optimization.
• Strong team management and motivational skills to drive performance and innovation.
• Excellent interpersonal and negotiation skills to manage stakeholder relationships effectively.
• Proven ability to navigate complex and dynamic market conditions.