Supply Chain and Technical Leader Position Available In Rockingham, New Hampshire

Supply Chain and Technical Leader
Req #272
Hampton, NH, USA Job Description
Posted Wednesday, April 23, 2025 at 10:00 PM
AstenJohnson is the leader in technical fabrics. Our drive to provide the best products and service in our industry is fueled by our associates and their drive to innovate. We want our associates to build careers here and become part of the fabric of our 230 year old company. We offer competitive pay, excellent benefits and a workplace built on respect and purpose.

DEPARTMENT

Purchasing

JOB TITLE

Supply Chain and Technical Leader

REPORTS TO

Director of Manufacturing

ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS

Negotiate contracts with suppliers to secure competitive terms and pricing for the organization Evaluate and select new suppliers based on price, quality and delivery, as well as qualify new raw material types and streams
Analyze and forecast product demand to ensure optimal inventory levels
Develop and implement procurement strategy to reduce costs and streamline operations
Coordinate with cross-functional teams such as production and sales
Manage and monitor purchase orders, ensuring timely receipt of materials
Implement and maintain procurement policies that align with regulatory standards and industry best practices
Purchase of materials such as resin, compounds, finishes, latex, foam, etc., to support Fiber, Fabric and Finishing departments
Schedule Fiber with MRP system and other tools to analyze demand from sales orders and forecast
Review COA’s for accuracy, completeness, and compliance with regulatory requirements
Assist day to day Fiber operations

ESSENTIAL JOB SKILLS

Must possess solid analytical and forecasting skills
Ability to solve practical problems and deal with a variety of changing situations under stress
Excellent verbal, telephone, and written communication skills
Ability to work well in a team environment
Good interpersonal skills

EDUCATION AND/OR EXPERIENCE

Bachelor’s degree in related field or equivalent work experience
Excellent math, communication and analytical skills
Contract negotiation and buying experience required
Extrusion experience required We are an equal opportunity employer and considers all qualified applicants equally without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, veteran status, or disability status.
Job Details
Pay Type
Salary
Job Start Date
Monday, June 2, 2025