Purchasing Director jobs in Bellingham, WA

Description

Samson, the worldwide leader in high performance cordage, is seeking a Director of Purchasing and Supply Chain who will be responsible for directing the overall global supply chain operations including purchasing and logistics functions to meet strategic objectives in support of revenue initiatives by delivering the highest quality product with speed and reliability while utilizing a high degree of innovation and flexibility and managing total cost. The Director of Purchasing and Supply Chain will also practice a high level of business ethics, quality, professionalism, and safety in all activities in accordance with Samson strategy and core values.

Who You Are:

• An expert in global supply chain management and international trade regulations.
• Proficient in supply chain software and ERP systems.
• Knowledgeable of manufacturing process, inventory and warehouse management, scheduling, and freight/logistics processes with a proven ability to develop and execute organizational strategy.
• An expert in strategic sourcing and vendor management. 
• Experienced in digital transformation projects within supply chain contexts.
• A seasoned problem solver with the ability to define and analyze problems, collect data, establish facts, identify root causes, and draw valid conclusions to drive creative solutions to problems.
• A strong communicator who can communicate clearly and concisely, both orally and in writing and present information in a concise and effective way.
• Knowledgeable of sustainability practices in supply chain operations.
• Detail-oriented.
• A polished and skilled presenter with the ability to gauge what the audience needs to understand the message, including Executive Leadership.
• Equipped with a passport and able to travel. 

What You’ll Do:

• Direct the functions of the purchasing, logistics, warehousing, and inventory control.
• Lead the strategic planning and execution of global supply chain activities.
• Participate in development of Company strategy.
• Foster a culture of teamwork, lean thinking, and positive employee morale across functions in support of organizational objectives.
• Develop and enhance processes and procedures within primary areas of responsibility through continuous improvement initiatives.
• Develop metrics and make continuous improvements in material costs, lead times, inventory turns, warehouse space utilization, and inventory accuracy.
• Identify, promote, and deliver cost-reduction initiatives without compromising product or service quality.
• Direct development of strong supplier relationships, contract negotiations that optimize value for the organization, and scheduling systems ensuring material availability and timely delivery of products to customers while minimizing inventory investment.
• Collaborate with other departments to align supply chain strategies and activities with overall business goals.
• Manage and mentor the supply chain team, fostering a culture of continuous improvement.

What You Should Have:

Education

• Required: Bachelor’s Degree in Business or related field. 
• Desired: Advanced degree in Supply Chain Management, Business Administration, or related field. Professional certification such as CPM, CPSM, CPP or APICS CPIM.

Experience

• Required: 10 years relevant global procurement, supply chain, or operations experience with 5 years of management experience.
• Desired:  Multilingual or working knowledge of Spanish and/or French a plus.  

Our Team Enjoys Best-in-Class Benefits:

• We enjoy ample paid time away from the office with a starting PTO accrual of 15 days for vacation or sick leave, 10 paid holidays, a paid personal day, and paid volunteer time each year.
• We prioritize our employees’ wellbeing and offer comprehensive and affordable Health, Dental and Vision insurance for employees and family. We also offer free Mental Health benefits and an optional free Wellness Plan.
• We celebrate our success as a team and offer annual profit sharing and bonus structures based on position.
• We invest in our employees’ futures by offering a generous 401k match up to 6% of salary. We also offer tuition reimbursement for choosing to further your education.
• We ensure our employees are taken care of during unexpected events, offering paid bereavement leave, employer-paid life and disability insurance, and paid jury duty leave.
• We offer a paws-itive work environment and friendly well-behaved dogs are welcome to join their humans at work in the corporate office!
• All benefits are offered in accordance with our plan documents and policies.

Compensation:

Targeted hiring wage: $151,500 - $189,500 annually

Hiring rate will depend on qualifications and experience.

Samson has established wage scales for all of our positions, which are based on a minimum and maximum. The targeted hiring rate above is set to allow for employee’s growth within the role. The full range for this position is $151,426 (min) - $227,140 (max) annually.

About Us:

With over 140 years in the rope industry, we are focused on meeting the needs of demanding customer applications. At Samson, we’re not just about developing innovative synthetic rope solutions. We also pride ourselves on providing the industry’s best service. From pre-sale to installation to post delivery follow-up, we want to ensure that we maximize customer experiences to the fullest potential through continually inventing, refining, and optimizing our products.

This is an outstanding opportunity to join a team of pioneers keenly focused on making products that not only meet but exceed expectations. That ambition is reflected in our culture of ingenuity and attention to detail. But at the end of the day, it’s our people, not just our products, that make Samson a dynamic company to work for.

Samson Rope is committed to creating a diverse environment and is proud to be an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, national origin, genetics, disability, age, or veteran status.

We are a drug free workplace and an Equal Opportunity Employer (Minority/Female/Disability/Veteran). Employment is contingent on a successful background and drug screen.