Buyer - Sourcing

Company: TemperPack Inc.
Location: Richmond
Posted on: August 6, 2022

Job Description:

Job DescriptionJOB DESCRIPTION:TemperPack is a rapidly growing company based in Richmond, Virginia. We design and manufacture innovative, sustainable packaging components for cold-chain shipping of food and pharmaceutical products. The markets we serve have an urgent need for disruptive, sustainable alternatives to replace the wide array of non-sustainable packaging materials conventionally used in the cold-chain such as Styrofoam coolers. Our aspiration is to provide packaging solutions that customers and end-consumers feel great about using.  Job Title: Buyer - SourcingSupervisor's Title: Supply Chain ManagerDepartment: Supply ChainFSLA: ExemptLocation: 4441 Carolina Ave, Richmond, VA 23222Description:This position is responsible for planning/ordering material to support production, drive responsive supplier performance, process and service improvements, and productivity improvements throughout the supply chain. The candidate should have proven analytical, project management, and interpersonal skills.Essential Job Functions:

• Work with Production/Demand Planners to ensure raw materials are available to meet manufacturing's needs
• Manages day-to-day to ensure inventory of raw materials, inbound logistics, and plant communication/support goals to maximize production and working capital
• Responsible for establishing and maintaining clear and effective policies and procedures
• Responsible for communication between operations, account management and suppliers to ensure that adequate materials are received, and proper information is obtained
• Manage multiple tasks with varying timelines and priorities in a fast-paced environment
• Supplier ownership/relationship management
• Other duties as necessitated by the businessKnowledge, Skills and Abilities:
  • 3-5 years of Supply Chain, Procurement, Distribution or related field experience
  • Problem solving ability and critical thinking skills required
  • Demonstrated leadership abilities
  • Proficient in Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint)
  • Excellent written and verbal communications skills
  • Experience in a Lean manufacturing environmentEducation and Certifications:
    • Associates or Bachelor's degreePhysical Requirements:  
      • Lift up to 15 pounds unassisted
      • Prolonged periods of sitting at a desk and working on a computer
        
        TemperPack provides Equal Employment Opportunity to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex/gender (including pregnancy, childbirth, and related medical conditions, sexual orientation, and gender identity), national origin, age, disability, genetic information, or status as a covered veteran/reservist, and any other class of protected individuals, in accordance with applicable federal, state, and local laws. Our company uses E-Verify to confirm the employment eligibility of all newly hired employees. To learn more about E-Verify, including your rights and responsibilities, please visit www.E-Verify.gov.

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