Assistant Purchasing Manager
Role Overview
• Manage the strategic sourcing, procurement, and supply planning of beauty and cosmetics finished goods, raw materials, packaging components, and related materials to ensure cost competitiveness, product quality, supply continuity, and timely delivery.
• Support strategic sourcing and procurement activities by identifying, evaluating, qualifying, and onboarding suppliers that meet the company's quality, regulatory, operational, and commercial requirements.
• Build and maintain strong supplier relationships while leading negotiations on pricing, payment terms, lead times, MOQs, safety stock programs, inventory commitments, and risk-sharing arrangements to support the company's financial and operational objectives.
• Monitor and evaluate supplier performance through regular business reviews and drive continuous improvement initiatives related to quality, cost, delivery, service, and supply reliability.
• Coordinate demand planning and inventory management activities to maintain optimal inventory levels, improve forecast accuracy, and ensure product availability while minimizing excess and obsolete inventory.
• Partner closely with Sales, Product Management, Logistics, Warehouse, Finance, and suppliers to align supply plans with business requirements, customer demand, and strategic growth initiatives.
• Support new product development (NPD) and product launch initiatives by coordinating supplier sourcing, quotation analysis, material readiness, lead time management, and production planning.
• Monitor market trends, raw material costs, supplier capacity, and industry developments to proactively identify opportunities, mitigate supply risks, and ensure business continuity.
• Analyze procurement, inventory, and supply chain data to track key performance indicators (KPIs), support decision-making, and identify opportunities for cost savings and operational improvements.
• Identify and implement process improvements, system enhancements, and automation initiatives to increase operational efficiency, data accuracy, and overall supply chain performance.
• Ensure compliance with company policies, purchasing procedures, regulatory requirements, and supply chain best practices.
• Support cross-functional projects and strategic initiatives related to supply chain optimization, inventory management, sourcing strategy, cost reduction, and business growth.
Key Skills for This Role
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Job Description:
Manage the strategic sourcing, procurement, and supply planning of beauty and cosmetics finished goods, raw materials, packaging components, and related materials to ensure cost competitiveness, product quality, supply continuity, and timely delivery.
Support strategic sourcing and procurement activities by identifying, evaluating, qualifying, and onboarding suppliers that meet the company's quality, regulatory, operational, and commercial requirements.
Build and maintain strong supplier relationships while leading negotiations on pricing, payment terms, lead times, MOQs, safety stock programs, inventory commitments, and risk-sharing arrangements to support the company's financial and operational objectives.
Monitor and evaluate supplier performance through regular business reviews and drive continuous improvement initiatives related to quality, cost, delivery, service, and supply reliability.
Coordinate demand planning and inventory management activities to maintain optimal inventory levels, improve forecast accuracy, and ensure product availability while minimizing excess and obsolete inventory.
Partner closely with Sales, Product Management, Logistics, Warehouse, Finance, and suppliers to align supply plans with business requirements, customer demand, and strategic growth initiatives.
Support new product development (NPD) and product launch initiatives by coordinating supplier sourcing, quotation analysis, material readiness, lead time management, and production planning.
Monitor market trends, raw material costs, supplier capacity, and industry developments to proactively identify opportunities, mitigate supply risks, and ensure business continuity.
Analyze procurement, inventory, and supply chain data to track key performance indicators (KPIs), support decision-making, and identify opportunities for cost savings and operational improvements.
Identify and implement process improvements, system enhancements, and automation initiatives to increase operational efficiency, data accuracy, and overall supply chain performance.
Ensure compliance with company policies, purchasing procedures, regulatory requirements, and supply chain best practices.
Support cross-functional projects and strategic initiatives related to supply chain optimization, inventory management, sourcing strategy, cost reduction, and business growth.
Benefits
- Premium Medical Insurance Coverage
- 401(k) Savings Plan
- Paid Time Off (PTO) based on seniority
- Paid Holidays
- Additional Workplace Offerings (subject to change or eligibility.)
- Annual Bonus Plan
- Onsite Employee Fitness Center with Indoor Racquetball Court and Yoga Room
- Summer Fridays
- Complimentary Gourmet Breakfast, Lunch, and Dinner
- Relocation Support for New Hires
- Work Anniversary Recognitions
- Congratulatory & Condolence Gifts
- Employee Referral Bonus Program
- License/Certification Reimbursements
- Corporate Employee Discounts
- Visa Sponsorships (100% paid by the company) i.e., New H-1B, H-1B Transfer, O-1, and Green Card
- Commuter Support (Shuttle Bus Program and EZPass Support)
- Vehicle Perks
Certification(s):
The anticipated compensation range is
Actual compensation will be determined based on various factors including qualifications, education, experience, and location. The pay range is subject to change at any time dependent on a variety of internal and external factors.
Kiss Nail Products, Inc., KDC GA Corp., Ivy Enterprises, Inc., AST Systems, LLC, Red Beauty, Inc., or Dae Do, Inc. (collectively, the “Company”) is an equal opportunity employer and is committed to a diverse and inclusive workplace. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, or any other characteristic protected by law.
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