Packaging Specialist - Packaging Components

Procurement Specialist – Packaging Components: Atticus

About Us

While the chemistry isn't unique, the Atticus experience is. Atticus is a demand-driven manufacturer of battle-tested chemistries, established in 2014 and built from the ground up with a clear purpose to Enhance Daily Life. Through our Agriculture and EcoCore portfolios, our team is committed to helping you maximize your input requirements with dependable solutions. As an independent company, we make decisions at your speed, executing each step with discipline to turn strategy into results you can trust. This focus allows us to consistently deliver on our value proposition: Relevant. Simple. Reliable. For more information, visit AtticusLLC.com.

What you will do in this role

This position is responsible for overseeing and executing procurement activities for packaging components for Atticus, LLC. Functional responsibilities include vendor selection and management, pricing negotiations, contract maintenance, buying, receiving and inventory control. This role will report to the Senior Director, Sourcing & Procurement.

Responsibilities

• Plan, coordinate, and execute third party purchases for packaging components including enclosures, bottles, totes and labels ensuring appropriate quantities and lead-times to support the production plan
• Performs follow-on purchasing activities that includes goods receipts and performing 3-way match processes for reconciliation of all goods receipts/invoice receipts/purchase orders. Facilitates resolution of exceptions while maintaining timely entry into the ERP system
• Inventory management and production support via coordinating, executing, and keying required stock transfers of raw materials and packaging components
• Develop and maintain purchase order records/tracking and prepare management reports as required or requested
• Aids the development, implementation, and management of a process to select and approve primary and secondary vendors while ensuring formulation compatibility and regulatory compliance
• Aids in managing vendor relationships utilizing supplier performance scorecards; cost improvement projects; preparing for supplier review meetings to discuss historical trends and providing visibility of future demand
• Setup, utilization, and optimization of a material requirements planning (MRP) process for purchasing that aligns with the sales and operations planning process (e.g., sales forecast and production plan quantities and timing)
• Communicate, coordinate, and execute contingency plan(s) in the event of shortages or delays to mitigate business risk and/or disruption
• Partner with key stakeholders in seeking out, initiating and leading cost savings opportunities
  
  

Required Skills/Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree from a four-year college or university in business, supply chain management, or a related field; advanced degree preferred
• 3 years of work experience in procurement or supply chain management with a proven track record
• Highly computer literate (in MS Excel, Word, Power Point, etc.)
• Experience with computerized ERP/MRP systems. MS Dynamics365 preferred.
• Excellent interpersonal skills and proactive communication skills
• Strong written, verbal, and presentation skills
• Ability to work effectively across diverse and cross-functional teams, under critical timelines and while balancing the needs of internal and external customers
• Excellent analytical skills
• Strong initiative, problem solving and attention to detail
• Excellent organization, planning, project management, time management and prioritization skills
  
  

Why Atticus?

Atticus is committed to the long‑term success of our industry and our people. Through active involvement in key task forces and partnerships with organizations shaping tomorrow’s leaders, we demonstrate responsible stewardship, promote safe product use, and advance the Agriculture and EcoCore markets we serve.

Through our employee experience, Atticus Freedom, we intentionally invest in our team by providing the tools, support, and environment needed to perform at a high level. Our culture is not a program — it is embedded in how we operate, collaborate, and make decisions. By prioritizing professional development, leadership growth, and overall health and well‑being, we build a strong, unified team aligned by shared values — together as One Atticus.

What We Offer Our SuCitta Warriors

Our People Are Our Most Valuable Asset. Atticus Offers a Comprehensive And Competitive Total Rewards Package Designed To Support Both Professional Success And Personal Well‑being, Including

• Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision benefits beginning Day 1
• Company performance‑based quarterly bonus opportunities through the SuCitta Warrior Achievement Plan (SWAP), allowing team members to share directly in the success of the company
• Employee Stock Ownership Plan (SuCitta Stealth), providing long‑term ownership and alignment with Atticus’ growth
• A thoughtfully designed workplace experience that supports physical, mental, and emotional well‑being
• Ongoing professional and leadership development opportunities
• A values‑driven culture grounded in accountability, adaptability, decisiveness, and a commitment to delivering results
  
  

At Atticus, greatness is earned. We seek individuals who are driven by purpose, energized by challenge, and motivated to contribute to something bigger than themselves. If you thrive in a fast‑paced environment and are committed to excellence, you will find a home here.

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Join Atticus and become part of a team that values ownership, integrity, and the courage to escape the ordinary.

Atticus, LLC is an equal opportunity employer. Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability or protected veteran status. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable qualified individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions of this position.

Atticus LLC participates in E-Verify.

Recruiting Agencies, Please Note

Atticus, LLC will not accept unsolicited assistance from recruiting/search agencies for this employment opportunity. Please, no phone calls or emails. All resumes submitted by recruiting or search agencies to any employee at Atticus, LLC via email, the Internet or in any form and/or method without a valid written search/recruitment agreement in place for this position will be deemed the sole property of Atticus, LLC. No fee will be paid in the event the candidate is hired by Atticus, LLC as a result of the referral or through other means.