Sr. Buyer, Contract Manufacturing (CM) Procurement

Job Summary:

In this role you will manage the strategic procurement for contract manufacturing for eos for a subset of our network suppliers, including owning/maintaining the supplier relationship, managing weekly strategic supplier meetings and minutes; project managing the execution of new products or phase-ins with the suppliers, and assisting in contract negotiations for pricing, payment terms, and capacity.

Responsibilities:

• Manage various procurement projects simultaneously, ensuring each one is progressing smoothly and meeting the required timelines.
• Manage the agenda and minutes for weekly strategic supplier meetings for established CMs, and ensure all deliverables are met.
• Execute RFQs for tech transfers and innovation
• Manage capacity by supplier/format per business growth. Assist in long-term strategic capacity growth plans
• Analyze and approve monthly/quarterly PPV reports and semi-annual pricebook changes.
• Travel as needed to visit suppliers, resolve issues, etc for new launches and ongoing business.
• Assist in the seamless transitions of any supply chain changes implemented with CMs and minimize disruption to the business.
• Maintain up-to-date pricing in SAP and strategic documents.
• Review and approve invoice discrepancies based on pricing.
• Collaborate effectively and develop strong relationships with internal stakeholders and external vendors.

Requirements:

• Minimum of 3-4 years’ experience operating in contract manufacturing procurement role, or adjacent supply chain role.
• Competent user of computerized IT systems – Word, PowerPoint, Excel and other associated scheduling, forecasting software packages
• Excellent written and communication skills, with experience working cross functionally with multiple stakeholders at all levels.
• Is disciplined, remains calm under pressure, and thrives working on multiple projects and priorities to deadlines and targets.
• Results oriented
• Strong analytical and problem-solving capabilities.
• Customer and consumer focus.
• Attention to detail while being able to see the “big picture”.
• Ability to lead others through example, setting standards for performance, and creating accountability.
• Understanding of payment terms, total cost of ownership etc.
• Understanding of financial health and social audit requirements to assess suppliers.
• Understanding of Supplier Management concepts.

Company Summary:

eos Products is an iconic beauty brand founded on an innovative and entrepreneurial spirit that revolutionized how people experience daily beauty routines. As a brand of choice among gen z and millennial consumers, eos aims to drive everyday experiences forward, creating the joy that beautifully designed, expertly crafted products can bring to people’s lives. From our iconic lip balm to our cult-favorite body lotion, eos products create delight where there was once utility, happiness where there was only function.

Equal Opportunity Employer:

eos Products offers equal employment opportunity to qualified individuals without regard to race, religion, color, national origin, age, gender, disability, medical condition, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, marital status, veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law. Minorities, women, veterans, and individuals with disabilities are encouraged to apply.

FLSA Status:

FLSA exempt.