Job Description

Who is Radians Inc: Radians Inc. is a company committed to leading the way to a safer tomorrow. How do we lead the way to a safer tomorrow, by hiring the best people to help achieve our goal.

About Radians Inc: Radians Inc. has been in business over 20 years. Radians has become a major leader in the safety industry by manufacturing high-performance Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) for the industrial, construction, and safety markets.

We are looking for a Director of Procurement to join our team. The ideal candidate must have experience in importing and contract management. The leader in this role should possess 10-15 years with the ability to establish/improve processes to synergize Purchasing, Inventory Management, Vendor Management and Compliance Management teams. The ideal candidate is responsible for developing and implementing a supply strategy that delivers the lowest total cost, reduces inventory, and maximizes customer satisfaction through world class service. The ideal candidate must also have experience in importing and contract management.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Must have demand planning and in depth import experience
• Establish strategic parameters and processes across purchasing team to effectively manage inventory levels while improving product turn metrics and fulfillment (serviceability) rates.
• Provides leadership and strategic direction to the supply team (Demand Planning, Procurement, and Inbound Transportation). Leads the team in executing best practices and measuring performance through agreed upon Key Performance Indicators (KPIs).
• Establish performance benchmarks and work with our suppliers through a scorecard system, allowing for more effective vendor management of 3rd party suppliers. Identify and integrate new alternative supply sources to improve fulfillment rates and achieve better costing to improve margins. Ensure that all key suppliers receive updated rolling forecasts.
• Improve ROI with 3rd Party Freight Forward Service vendors; establishing priority preference contract agreements to shorten delivery time of direct shipment containers from suppliers.
• Ensure serviceability and delivery deadlines are met/exceeded. Ensure that all inbound delivery receipts for inbound freight and backorders are correctly communicated internally. The ability to negotiate for better pricing and buying terms are a must.
• Collaborate with Product Managers' efforts related to sourcing and life cycle management of 1,000's of SKUs across key product categories – gloves, clothing, eyewear, hearing protection and other – and general merchandise products to support correct inventory levels, forecasting and overall serviceability.

EDUCATION AND SKILLS:

• Bachelor's degree in Industrial Engineering, Engineering, Supply Chain, Mathematics, Business etc. preferred

SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Demand Planning, Procurement, and Inbound Transportation etc.
• Carries out supervisory responsibilities in accordance with the organization's policies and applicable laws.
• Responsibilities may include interviewing, hiring, and training employees; planning, assigning, and directing work; appraising performance; rewarding and disciplining employees; addressing complaints and resolving problems.
• Inventory Management/Manage supply chain productivity and operational processes. Implement industry best practices for forecasting, sourcing, risk mitigation, inventory, and vendor management.

OTHER SKILLS and ABILITIES:

• Detail Oriented, mindset of continuous improvement
• Resolute Personality to drive improved team performance
• Intuitive, Strategic Thinker
• Change-Agent mindset

Benefits are:

• 401(k)
• 401(k) matching
• Dental insurance
• Vision insurance
• Disability insurance
• Health insurance
• Life insurance
• Paid time off

Radians, Inc. is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, or national origin .

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