Flexpak in Thornton, CO, US is seeking a Purchasing Manager to join our innovative team. As a key player in our organization, you will lead our procurement efforts to ensure the smooth operation of our supply chain. Your responsibilities will include negotiating with suppliers, managing vendor relationships, and optimizing costs to support our growth. With a competitive salary ranging from $75,000 to $105,000, this role offers a rewarding opportunity for someone with a strategic mindset and a passion for driving operational excellence. Join us at Flexpak and be part of a dynamic team dedicated to delivering quality products to our customers. Responsibilities: Core Responsibilities: Spend Control and budget. The ability to oversee and understand inventory values, inventory turns, and possesses a strong skill set to determine when inventory levels need to be adjusted according to usage. The Purchasing Manager is responsible for making ongoing contributions to operational efficiency and procurement decisions that impact our procurement costs. • Balances inventory constraints effectively while making procurement decisions that support operational efficiency. • Implements cost control measures to align procurement activities with inventory goals. • Demonstrates financial acumen by optimizing procurement processes and inventory levels that contribute to operations efficiencies. Contract Management. The ability to assist with contract negotiations and drafting contracts that align with company goals. • Assists with contract negotiations with confidence, securing favorable terms and conditions for the organization. • Comprehends company contracts that are in place to ensure agreed costs, lead times, and quality elements are being provided by suppliers as agreed. • Demonstrates attention to detail in contract review, identifying potential risks and ensuring clarity in contractual language. Cost Management. The ability to balance cost considerations with quality standards in procurement decisions. • Demonstrates a data-driven approach to cost analysis, making informed decisions that balance cost considerations with quality standards. • Identifies and implements cost reduction initiatives without compromising product quality or supplier relationships. • Utilizes value-driven principles to optimize costs while maintaining or enhancing procurement efficiencies. ERP Systems and Procurement Software. The ability to adapt to and leverage technological advancements in procurement tools and software. • Adapts quickly to changes in ERP systems and procurement software, showcasing a high level of technological proficiency. • Actively seeks out and adopts new features and functionalities within procurement tools to enhance efficiency. • Collaborates with internal teams to troubleshoot issues and optimize the performance of ERP systems and procurement software. Procurement Planning. The ability to align procurement with sales projections and necessary production schedules. • Aligns procurement activities with sales projections and production schedules, ensuring timely material availability. • Adapts procurement plans to accommodate changes in sales volume and production requirements, demonstrating flexibility and responsiveness. • Collaborates effectively with cross-functional teams to develop and execute comprehensive procurement plans. Risk Management. The ability to identify potential risks and develop effective mitigation strategies. • Proactively identifies potential risks in the supply chain, considering geopolitical, economic, and industry-specific factors. • Develops and implements effective risk mitigation strategies, showcasing a strategic and forward-thinking approach. • Regularly assesses risk factors and adapts mitigation plans to align with changing market conditions. Strategic Sourcing. The ability to develop and implement strategic sourcing strategies. • Identifies and analyzes market trends, providing strategic insights for the development of sourcing strategies. • Implements strategic sourcing initiatives that result in cost savings, improved supplier relationships, and enhanced procurement efficiency. • Demonstrates a forward-thinking approach by adapting sourcing strategies to changing market dynamics and business needs. Supplier Management. The ability to conduct supplier evaluations and implement improvement initiatives. • Conducts supplier evaluations, considering performance metrics, quality, and adherence to contractual agreements. • Actively engages with suppliers to gather feedback, fostering open communication and continuous improvement. • Implements improvement initiatives collaboratively with suppliers, showcasing effective relationship management. Qualifications: • 5+ years of experience in purchasing or procurement. • Strong negotiation skills. • Proven track record of cost-saving initiatives. • Knowledge of supply chain management. • Excellent communication and interpersonal skills. Compensation: $75,000 - $105,000 yearly

• Core Responsibilities:Spend Control and budget. The ability to oversee and understand inventory values, inventory turns, and possesses a strong skill set to determine when inventory levels need to be adjusted according to usage. The Purchasing Manager is responsible for making ongoing contributions to operational efficiency and procurement decisions that impact our procurement costs.  • Balances inventory constraints effectively while making procurement decisions that support operational efficiency. • Implements cost control measures to align procurement activities with inventory goals. • Demonstrates financial acumen by optimizing procurement processes and inventory levels that contribute to operations efficiencies.Contract Management. The ability to assist with contract negotiations and drafting contracts that align with company goals. • Assists with contract negotiations with confidence, securing favorable terms and conditions for the organization. • Comprehends company contracts that are in place to ensure agreed costs, lead times, and quality elements are being provided by suppliers as agreed.   • Demonstrates attention to detail in contract review, identifying potential risks and ensuring clarity in contractual language.Cost Management. The ability to balance cost considerations with quality standards in procurement decisions. • Demonstrates a data-driven approach to cost analysis, making informed decisions that balance cost considerations with quality standards. • Identifies and implements cost reduction initiatives without compromising product quality or supplier relationships. • Utilizes value-driven principles to optimize costs while maintaining or enhancing procurement efficiencies.ERP Systems and Procurement Software. The ability to adapt to and leverage technological advancements in procurement tools and software. • Adapts quickly to changes in ERP systems and procurement software, showcasing a high level of technological proficiency. • Actively seeks out and adopts new features and functionalities within procurement tools to enhance efficiency. • Collaborates with internal teams to troubleshoot issues and optimize the performance of ERP systems and procurement software.Procurement Planning. The ability to align procurement with sales projections and necessary production schedules. • Aligns procurement activities with sales projections and production schedules, ensuring timely material availability. • Adapts procurement plans to accommodate changes in sales volume and production requirements, demonstrating flexibility and responsiveness. • Collaborates effectively with cross-functional teams to develop and execute comprehensive procurement plans.Risk Management. The ability to identify potential risks and develop effective mitigation strategies. • Proactively identifies potential risks in the supply chain, considering geopolitical, economic, and industry-specific factors. • Develops and implements effective risk mitigation strategies, showcasing a strategic and forward-thinking approach. • Regularly assesses risk factors and adapts mitigation plans to align with changing market conditions.Strategic Sourcing. The ability to develop and implement strategic sourcing strategies. • Identifies and analyzes market trends, providing strategic insights for the development of sourcing strategies. • Implements strategic sourcing initiatives that result in cost savings, improved supplier relationships, and enhanced procurement efficiency. • Demonstrates a forward-thinking approach by adapting sourcing strategies to changing market dynamics and business needs.Supplier Management. The ability to conduct supplier evaluations and implement improvement initiatives. • Conducts supplier evaluations, considering performance metrics, quality, and adherence to contractual agreements. • Actively engages with suppliers to gather feedback, fostering open communication and continuous improvement. • Implements improvement initiatives collaboratively with suppliers, showcasing effective relationship management.