Director of Purchasing

## Director of Purchasing Apply locations:
US
- Wauconda, Illinois:
US
- Morgan Street, Chicagotime type:
Full time posted on:
Posted 3 Days Agojob requisition :
JR101445# Company Overview Synergy Flavors, part of the Carbery Group, is more than just a leading international supplier of ingredients to the global food and beverage industry—we’re a team driven by purpose. Our vision is simple yet powerful: enriching lives through healthier and tastier foods.

We believe great flavor starts with great people. That’s why we’re committed to hiring creative, passionate individuals who want to make a real impact. With deep expertise across food, beverage, and nutrition, our teams develop high-quality taste solutions that inspire innovation and elevate everyday experiences.# Your Role in Synergy's Success The Director of Procurement leads the Procurement Team for Synergy Flavors.

This individual provides direction and leadership of strategic sourcing activities for the department. The role interacts with all functional leaders and the executive team. The Director of Procurement will work collaboratively with all Synergy North America manufacturing sites to meet business goals. This role is responsible for leading and developing Supplier Relationship Management and Strategy. Responsible for financial planning and budgeting with direct accountability for meeting savings, PPV and cash flow and inventory targets.

The Director works closely with cross-functional leaders to strengthen business relationships and meet key company-wide objectives. The role leads Procurement category projects and represents Procurement on cross-functional teams, related projects and other key initiatives. Responsible for ensuring compliance with Synergy Flavors Policies & Controls. This individual is responsible for the development and success of their team, ensuring team members meet objectives, develop Procurement skills and deliver results for the organization.

The critical KPIs for this role are On Time Delivery In Full (OTIF) and raw material quality and cost.# How You Will Contribute
** Responsibilities:**
* ** Leads team activities around strategic sourcing, planning and project management.
** Sets goals, direction and expectations for the buying team as it relates to strategic sourcing activities, project management, strategy development, RFI/RFP development and analysis, negotiations, supplier selection, contracting, implementation, ongoing category management and contractual compliance.  Leads key strategic supplier relationships for critical categories to Synergy (i.e. Vanilla) setting business expectations, Key Performance Indicators (KPI’s), business reviews, benchmarking and implementing continuous improvement recommendations from internal/external stakeholders.  

Works closely with the leadership team on strategy objectives.  Provides guidance and support to the buying team as it relates to Quality, Service, Cost & Delivery.
* ** Drives financial planning & cost management**.  Owns financial and cost metrics for the department.  Leads efforts to improve service, optimize costs, lower inventories, improve cash flow and mitigate risk.  Develops productivity plans and risk mitigation strategies for the department in conjunction with the buying team. Ensures supply security and lowest total cost of ownership.  Responsible for productivity and cash flow (payment terms) savings targets in support of Finance and Procurement goals.
* ** Stakeholder alignment**.  Establishes and maintains strategic alliances with key internal and external stakeholders focused on innovation, total cost of ownership and service solutions.  Provides category expertise for relevant industries including economic/market conditions, understanding of supply chain structure & manufacturing, development of contingency plans to address industry and business changes.  Leverages local, regional and global sourcing strategies to form partnerships with strategically critical suppliers and stakeholders.
* ** Supports growth initiatives and building brand value**.  Prioritizes work of the Team in support of key growth initiatives and integrates acquisitions &…