Director of Procurement & Materials Management - Military Veterans

Director of Procurement & Materials Management

AJM Packaging Corporation

Metropolitan Detroit Area

Salary: $150,000 - $210,000

Bonus: Performance Based

Position Overview:

AJM Packaging Corporation, one of the nation's leading manufacturers of paper products, including a broad range of plain and printed paper plates, cups, bowls and bags, is currently seeking an exceptionally talented and highly capable career minded professional to supervise and lead its Procurement & Materials Management functions. Many will, no doubt, have the requisite skill set, education and experience for this job, but only a select few will likely possess the much rarer intangible qualities needed to do it well. Amongst the distinguishing characteristics the successful candidate will likely have are a confident demeanor, a "can do" attitude, unrelenting drive and an innate ability to command respect, make decisions and, most importantly, lead. Reporting directly to the COO, the new Director will be responsible for all Procurement & Purchased Inventory Management & Control related activities and personnel.

Responsibilities & Duties:

• Supervise, manage and direct all Procurement, Inventory Control and 3rd party Warehousing activity and personnel. Personally negotiate and approve all NDA's and all paper, paperboard and capital equipment contracts and spot buys.
• Establish strategic direction for the department and manage daily activities in furtherance of, and alignment with, all company goals and objectives. Set departmental staffing level and develop and approve all budgets and KPI's.
• Interview, hire and train all corporate level staff members and all local management reporting up to you. Establish individual employee performance goals and participate in, and approve, all annual reviews, promotions, demotions, transfers, raises and disciplinary action for this same cohort.
• Continually evaluate and assess all operational and administrative processes and procedures and identify, document and adopt best practices in keeping with our ISO Management Standards Program.
• Aggregate and leverage company spend across all departments and locations and conduct broad based negotiations to reduce total cost of ownership (TCO).
• Develop and execute suitable Vendor Agreements for all suppliers and ensure compliance using vendor scorecards, factory visits, audits, random testing and customer complaints and feedback.
• Develop and manage strategic partnerships with key "Bill of Materials" (BOM), "Maintenance, Repair & Operations" (MRO) and "Capital Equipment" vendors to shield supply chain from disruptions.
• Develop, communicate and track continuous improvement goals for all suppliers, provide feedback and rehabilitate or replace underperforming vendors, as necessary and appropriate.
• Develop and implement a clear, concise and transparent sourcing process, including RFI and RFP templates, alternative bid mechanisms, feedback and negotiating strategies and award criteria.
• Maintain sufficient knowledge of all purchased products, including key ingredients and cost drivers and industry size, participants, shares and trends, to better inform and optimize sourcing strategy and decision making and identify potential problems and opportunities.
• Work cross-functionally and with vendors to develop clear and concise product specifications, including packaging, warehousing, labeling and shipping requirements, for all goods and services.
• Work cross-functionally to facilitate accurate demand planning and forecasting, monitor compliance and resolve and/or communicate variances to all internal stakeholders.
• Work cross-functionally to support new product development and special projects, source necessary manufacturing and ancillary equipment, bill of materials (BOM) inputs and supplies and develop product specifications and cost estimates.

Minimum Requirements:

• Bachelor's degree from an accredited four (4) year college or university in Business, Engineering, Supply Chain Management, Logistics or related field or equivalent combination of experience and education.
• 12-15 years of combined Procurement, Production & Inventory Planning and Control and logistics experience, including at least four (4) in management and a significant amount in fast paced, high volume production environments, paper converting or similar experience a plus but not required.
• Strong management, leadership, organizational and administrative skills, able to multi-task and stay calm and cool under pressure.
• Intermediate level Microsoft Office 365 Skills, advanced level preferred.
• Adept at "root cause analysis" with strong problem solving skills.
• Hands on management style and ability to effectively communicate with, relate to and motivate all employees.

Benefits:

At AJM, our comprehensive "Cafeteria Benefits Plan" and "Flexible Spending Arrangement" (FSA), truly set us apart from the competition. Under the cafeteria plan you'll receive a package of company paid medical, dental, optical, life and disability insurance coverage and be able to adjust the proportions spent on each coverage/benefit to suit your personal requirements and preferences. You can even redirect a portion of the total spend to pay for homeowners, car and pet insurance premiums purchased at group rates. Lastly, under the Flexible Spending Arrangement (FSA), you'll be able to contribute a portion of your annual earnings on a pre-tax basis to pay for child and dependent care and medical, dental and optical insurance co-pays and deductibles.

Summary of Benefits:

• Medical Insurance (BCBS)
• Dental Insurance
• Optical Insurance
• Life Insurance
• Short & Long-Term Disability Insurance
• Flexible Spending Agreement
• Health Savings Account
• Child & Dependent Care Savings Account
• 401 K Retirement Plan (with Safe Harbor Company Match)
• Tuition Assistance
• Employee Assistance/Wellness Program
• Paid Vacations
• Paid Holiday
• Paid Sick & Personal Time
• Professional Development Program (AJM University)

About Us:

AJM was originally founded shortly after WWII as a distributor of commercial paper, plastic and foil packaging products and related cleaning, janitorial and order processing supplies and equipment by three (3) Detroit area brothers operating out of a small warehouse in Detroit's Eastern Market. In 1957 they built and moved into slightly larger quarters on Detroit's southwest side where, for the very first time, they began manufacturing their own products. Over the ensuing decades, AJM gradually evolved from its broadline distributor beginnings into a major paper products manufacturer, today employing nearly 3,000 people and operating eight (8) manufacturing and five (5) warehouse/distribution facilities strategically located throughout the United States.

Some things have undoubtedly changed since AJM was founded after WWII, but the company's commitment to its customers and employees, alike, has not wavered and is deeply embedded in its DNA. So, too, is the founding brothers' entrepreneurial spirit, "can do" attitude and singular focus on the value proposition that has fueled the company's success from the very beginning. We're still family owned and operated, still manufacturing our products in the good old USA and still providing our customers with the same reliable service and quality products they've come to expect from AJM for more than 75 years now.

Career Development:

At AJM, we realize we will only go as far as our employees can take us and, for that reason, we invest millions of dollars every year on both classroom and on-the-job training to develop our employees' skills and promote a culture of learning and continuous improvement. There are no barriers to impede your progress here and no ceilings to halt your advance. You'll control your own destiny, and we will help you reach your full potential with both in-house development programs and tuition reimbursement for undergraduate and graduate level college studies. Join our team and see where your AJM journey takes you!

For More Information:

Visit our website at www.ajmpack.com or call (833) 562-7256

Equal Employment Opportunities:

AJM Packaging Corporation is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, color, sex, national origin or other legally protected status.