POSITION SUMMARY:

We are seeking an accomplished and strategic Director of Procurement and Supply Chain to lead procurement operations, supply chain optimization, and vendor management for our multi-location printing and manufacturing company headquartered in Clifton, NJ. The ideal candidate brings deep experience in contract negotiation, supply chain execution, and materials management—preferably within the manufacturing or graphic arts industry. This role will provide leadership, policy oversight, and operational guidance to ensure optimal purchasing performance and interdepartmental coordination across the enterprise.

REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS:

• Bachelor’s degree in Business Administration, Supply Chain Management, or a related discipline.
• Minimum of 10 years of progressive procurement/supply chain experience, including 5+ years managing purchasing processes and staff in a multi-location manufacturing or graphic arts environment.
• Strong expertise in supply chain principles, purchasing standards, and contract management in an industrial setting.
• Demonstrated ability to coordinate cross-functional and inter-organizational initiatives.
• Experience negotiating complex, high-value contracts and purchases.
• Comprehensive understanding of materials requirements planning (MRP) systems and supply chain logistics.
• Excellent communication skills, with the ability to explain and enforce procurement policies and processes at all organizational levels.
• Strong leadership, team development, and decision-making skills.

PREFERRED SKILLS & ATTRIBUTES:

• Prior experience in the printing or graphic arts manufacturing sector is strongly preferred.
• Familiarity with ERP and procurement systems such as SAP, Oracle, or NetSuite.
• Ability to influence supplier relationships, drive cost-saving initiatives, and support proposal development.
• Certification in supply chain or procurement management (e.g., CPSM, CPM, APICS) is a plus.

• Direct the procurement of materials, paper, components, services, and equipment required for multi-plant production.
• Lead and manage the activities of buyers, subcontract managers, and procurement staff to achieve operational and financial objectives.
• Review and approve complex, high-value purchase orders, contracts, and supplier agreements.
• Negotiate and award subcontracts and purchase agreements, ensuring favorable terms, compliance, and delivery schedules.
• Develop, implement, and enforce procurement policies and procedures aligned with corporate goals and industry best practices.
• Coordinate purchasing activities across manufacturing sites to align with production schedules, supply needs, and cost targets.
• Provide accurate supplier pricing inputs for estimating and pricing departments.
• Lead supplier evaluations, pre-award surveys, and risk assessments as part of vendor selection and performance management.
• Analyze and negotiate supplier and subcontractor pricing, including managing rebate contracts and compliance reporting.
• Monitor and support production schedules through proactive planning and material availability oversight.
• Act as the primary contact for procurement-related issues, both internally and externally, including customer and supplier engagement.
• Ensure work is performed safely and confidentially, maintaining compliance with corporate and regulatory requirements.
• Keep current with supply chain best practices, innovations, and market trends.