Vice President Procurement

Unilux is looking for a VP Procurement to lead and oversee the sourcing, purchasing, and delivery of materials and services for the organization.

Responsibilities Develop and implement procurement strategies and policies that align with the company's goals and objectives Negotiate and maintain contracts and relationships with suppliers, vendors, and service providers Manage risk in the supply chain by dual sourcing, supplier auditing and by stocking strategies Analyze market trends, supply and demand, and supplier performance to identify opportunities and risks Lead and mentor the procurement team and foster a culture of collaboration and continuous improvement Responsible for production planning and all materials management activities Active member of top management team reporting to EVP – vp operations, vp purchasing, vp new equipment sales Direct reports include vp purchasing, director planning, director logistics Actively lead team in selection and implementation of erp system Execute strategy to minimize inventory levels while maintaining customer deliveries Analyze Key Performance Indicators (KPIs) to identify and analyze strategic issues, business unit opportunities, service levels, consolidate critical and non-critical requirements across different suppliers.

Qualifications Minimum of 10 years of experience in procurement, sourcing, or purchasing, preferably in the manufacturing industry Proven track record of leading and managing procurement teams and projects Strong negotiation, communication, and analytical skills Knowledge of procurement best practices, tools, and systems Ability to work under pressure and handle multiple tasks and deadlines