Strategic Sourcing Analyst

About TemperPack

TemperPack is a rapidly growing company based in Richmond, Virginia with manufacturing plants in Holt, Michigan and Las Vegas, Nevada. We design and manufacture innovative, sustainable packaging components for cold-chain shipping of food and pharmaceutical products. The markets we serve have an urgent need for disruptive, sustainable alternatives to replace the wide array of non-sustainable packaging materials conventionally used in the cold-chain, such as Styrofoam coolers. Our aspiration is to provide packaging solutions that customers and end-consumers feel great about using.

Job Title: Strategic Sourcing Analyst

Supervisor’s Title: Sourcing Manager

Department: Supply Chain

Location: 4441 Carolina Ave, Richmond, VA 23222

Description:

The ideal candidate will be responsible for developing and implementing strategic sourcing strategies to optimize procurement efficiency and cost-effectiveness while maintaining high-quality standards. Additionally, this role will also involve commodity management and contract lifecycle management to ensure compliance and maximize value from service and material supplier agreements.

Responsibilities across ClimaCell, GreenCell Foam & WaveKraft:

• Conduct market analysis to identify potential suppliers, evaluate their capabilities, and assess market trends.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to understand procurement needs and develop sourcing strategies aligned with business objectives.
• Weigh in on contracts and agreements negotiations with suppliers to secure favorable terms, pricing, and quality standards.
• Manage the contract lifecycle from creation to renewal or termination, ensuring compliance with contractual agreements and regulatory requirements.
• Monitor supplier performance and manage supplier relationships to drive continuous improvement and resolve any issues or disputes.
• Identify opportunities for cost savings, process improvements, and risk mitigation within the supply chain.
• Stay informed about industry best practices, emerging trends, and regulatory requirements related to strategic sourcing, procurement, and contract management.

Skills & Experience:

• Problem solving ability and critical thinking skills required.
• Demonstrated leadership abilities.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint).
• Excellent written and verbal communications skills.
• Experience in a Lean manufacturing environment.

• Associates or Bachelors degree
• 2-5 years of Supply Chain, Procurement, Distribution, or related field experience,

• Important notice:

At this time, our company will not be engaging with external agencies or third-party vendors for recruitment services. We appreciate the interest of recruitment agencies, but kindly request that they refrain from contacting us regarding potential candidates. We are excited to build our internal recruitment capabilities and establish direct relationships with potential hires.

TemperPack provides Equal Employment Opportunity to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex/gender (including pregnancy, childbirth, and related medical conditions, sexual orientation, and gender identity), national origin, age, disability, genetic information, or status as a covered veteran/reservist, and any other class of protected individuals, in accordance with applicable federal, state, and local laws. Our company uses E-Verify to confirm the employment eligibility of all newly hired employees. To learn more about E-Verify, including your rights and responsibilities, please visit www.E-Verify.gov.