Procurement Specialist - Materials & Supplies

Company Overview

Join EPL, a global leader in tube-packaging, and be part of a dynamic team dedicated to innovation and excellence. Our global expertise spans five large categories - Oral Care, Beauty & Cosmetics, Pharmaceuticals & Health, Food & Nutrition and Home Care. Take your career to the next level with us; become a part of the Danville, VA team where we specialize in Oral Care and Beauty & Cosmetics tube-packaging.

Job Overview

We are seeking a detail-oriented and proactive Procurement Specialist specializing in Materials & Supplies to join our Supply Chain team and support the procurement activities for assigned raw materials, production supplies, and packaging materials required to support manufacturing operations and customer requirements. This position manages designated purchasing categories from purchase order creation through delivery, including supplier communication, order monitoring, issue resolution, returns, and related inventory activities.

The Procurement Specialist works collaboratively with the Supply Chain Manager, other Procurement personnel, Planning, Production, Quality, Warehouse, Business Development, Key Account Representatives, and other departments to ensure appropriate material availability while supporting inventory and operational objectives.

This is an excellent opportunity for someone who enjoys problem solving, supplier interaction, follow-up, and working cross-functionally in a manufacturing environment.

Responsibilities

• Manage the procurement of raw materials requirements listed below, but not limited Resins, Masterbatch, Inks, Foils, Varnishes, Cores, Top Seal, Packing Materials, Pallets, Labels, Caps, Printed Web, Laminates, etc. Other specialty materials
• Procure materials required by the Injection Molding (IM), Tubing Departments, Printing Departments,
• Complete monthly consignment inventory reconciliations for applicable materials.
• Coordinate with suppliers and internal departments to resolve discrepancies.
• Create, maintain, update, and monitor purchase orders in SAP for assigned materials and suppliers.
• Monitor open purchase orders and follow up with suppliers regarding order confirmations, quantities, pricing, delivery dates, shortages, delays, and other discrepancies.
• Communicate potential material shortages, delivery concerns, or other supply issues to the Supply Chain Manager and appropriate internal stakeholders.
• Process return purchase orders and other required SAP transactions associated with quality complaints, rejected materials, supplier returns, and other material returns.
• Coordinate with Quality, Warehouse, and suppliers as necessary to facilitate the return, replacement, or disposition of nonconforming or rejected materials.
• Support aged and excess inventory management activities by coordinating with Business Development (BD), Key Account Representatives (KAR), and other stakeholders to identify opportunities to consume, recover, reallocate, return, or otherwise disposition aged materials.
• Research inventory, purchase order, supplier, and material information as necessary to support purchasing and inventory decisions.
• Maintain accurate procurement records and supporting documentation in accordance with company procedures and internal control requirements.
• Develop and maintain effective working relationships with assigned suppliers and internal stakeholders.
• Work collaboratively with other Procurement personnel to coordinate purchasing activities, share information, and provide coverage when necessary while maintaining ownership of assigned purchasing categories.
• Identify purchasing or supply issues and escalate significant risks to the Supply Chain Manager as appropriate.
• Assist with procurement-related reporting, analysis, continuous improvement initiatives, and special projects as assigned.
• Perform other related duties as assigned.

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities

• Knowledge of purchasing, procurement, inventory, and supply chain principles.
• Strong organizational skills with the ability to manage multiple suppliers, materials, purchase orders, and deadlines simultaneously.
• Strong attention to detail and accuracy in purchasing transactions, inventory information, and documentation.
• Strong follow-up skills and the ability to monitor orders through completion.
• Ability to communicate effectively and professionally with suppliers and employees at all levels of the organization.
• Ability to identify potential material shortages, delivery issues, purchasing discrepancies, and other supply concerns and take appropriate action.
• Ability to work effectively across multiple functions, including Production, Planning, Quality, Warehouse, Business Development, and Supply Chain.
• Strong analytical, problem-solving, and decision-making skills.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office applications, particularly Excel and Outlook.
• Experience with SAP or another ERP/MRP system preferred.
• Ability to learn and understand material specifications, supplier requirements, purchasing processes, and manufacturing terminology.
• Ability to work independently within assigned areas of responsibility while collaborating effectively with other members of the Supply Chain team.
• Ability to maintain accurate records and appropriately handle confidential or business-sensitive information.
• Ability to sit and work at a computer for prolonged periods.
• Ability to occasionally walk through production and warehouse areas.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or Equivalent required.
• Associate or bachelor's degree in Supply Chain Management, Business Administration, Logistics, Operations, or a related field preferred.
• Previous experience in purchasing, procurement, supply chain, inventory control, manufacturing, or a related field preferred.
• Experience working in a manufacturing environment preferred.
• SAP or other ERP/MRP system experience preferred.

EPL is an equal opportunity employer committed to inclusion in the workplace.

Pay: $25.00 - $28.00 per hour

Expected hours: 40.0 per week

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• Dental insurance
• Employee assistance program
• Flexible spending account
• Health insurance
• Life insurance
• On-site gym
• Paid time off
• Professional development assistance
• Referral program
• Retirement plan
• Tuition reimbursement
• Vision insurance

Work Location: In person

Salary : $25 - $28