Company Description
The Cannon Group, Inc is a private family-owned company that was established in 1984 and is located in Westerville, Ohio, USA. We specialize in providing global supply chain solutions, with expertise in flexible packaging, food service products, personal protective equipment, and product sourcing. With offices in Vietnam, Thailand, India, Sri Lanka, and China, as well as 8 distribution centers throughout the US, we are dedicated to meeting our clients' needs as an importer, wholesaler, and distributor. Want to join a family-owned company, that treats you like family? YOU have found the right job. YOU are not an ID # with us. YOU are the next Global Purchasing Manager.
Role Description
This is a full-time hybrid role as a Global Supply Chain Manager based in the Columbus, Ohio Metropolitan Area, with remote work on Fridays. As a Global Purchasing Manager, you will be responsible for overseeing the day-to-day operations of the supply chain, procurement, supplier management, inventory management, and managing two direct reports. Additionally, you will analyze data, develop strategies, and collaborate with cross-functional teams to optimize efficiency and ensure seamless supply chain operations.
Responsibilities
- Prepare and analyze quotes and proposals for internal and external stakeholders
- Develop and implement global sourcing strategies for goods for resale B2B
- Conduct supplier vetting and selection processes to ensure quality, compliance, sustainability and cost-effectiveness
- Negotiate contracts and agreements with suppliers
- Coordinate and monitor demand planning and forecasting activities to optimize inventory levels and avoid stock-outs
- Generate and maintain accurate and timely reports on supply chain performance, costs, risks and opportunities
- Establish and follow standard operating procedures (SOPs) for supply chain management
- Manage complex bids and projects involving multiple suppliers, products, regions and deadlines
- Provide project management support and guidance to ensure timely delivery and customer satisfaction
- Support sales staff with product information, availability, pricing and logistics
- Manage a direct report and provide coaching, feedback and development opportunities
Qualifications
- Request for Quotations (RFQ)
- Procurement
- Sourcing
- Analytical Skills
- Supplier Management
- Expert in Microsoft Office and data analysis tools
- Ability to work independently and collaboratively in a fast-paced environment
- Experience managing direct reports
- Willingness to travel domestically and internationally as required
- Bachelor's degree in Supply Chain Management, Logistics, Business Administration, or a related field are preferred
- Relevant certifications (e.g., APICS, CSCP) are a plus
- Minimum of five years experience in international supply chain
Benefits
- Competitive salary
- Company Performance Bonus
- Health insurance, dental insurance, vision insurance, and flexible spending account
- Retirement plan with 2% company match
- Paid time off vacation, sick, personal, and holidays
- Career growth and development opportunities
- Work from home on Fridays
- Company paid Mobile Phone
- Daily lunch provided when in office
- Costco/Sam’s Club membership
- Private office
Job Type: Full-time
Pay: $34.39 - $41.42 per hour
Expected hours: 45 per week
Benefits:
- 401(k) matching
- Dental insurance
- Flexible spending account
- Health insurance
- Life insurance
- Paid time off
- Professional development assistance
- Retirement plan
- Vision insurance
Schedule:
- 8 hour shift
- Monday to Friday
Experience:
- Quotation: 5 years (Required)
- Purchasing: 5 years (Required)
- Excel: 5 years (Required)
- Global Business: 5 years (Required)
Ability to Commute:
- Westerville, OH 43081 (Required)
Ability to Relocate:
- Westerville, OH 43081: Relocate before starting work (Required)
Work Location: Hybrid remote in Westerville, OH 43081