The Company

Titeg is a fast growth company innovating the way the world does business by offering cutting edge technology at the intersection of international trade and global supply chain.

We are currently operating in stealth mode, but we’re built on the shoulders of an existing company and during the interview process, you will learn more about what we seek to accomplish and how you can play a pivotal role.

Our company is looking for professionals who are hard-working, entrepreneurial and interested in joining a fast-growing team looking to modernize multiple billion dollar industries. We offer an attractive compensation including a highly competitive salary, international and domestic travel, great benefits and more.

The Role

The ideal candidate for the Director of Supply Chain and Procurement role is someone with extensive experience in international purchasing and procurement who is willing to roll up their sleeves and build the department from the ground up. The role requires driving processes independently and putting structures in place. The right candidate enjoys international travel, supply chain logistics, and building long-standing relationships with strategic suppliers. The ideal individual would be exceptionally competent, resourceful, meticulous, well-organized and possess great negotiating skills.

Areas of Responsibility

Deal Execution and Management

• Sourcing and ensuring orders are delivered on time with exceptional service

• Identifying and visiting international suppliers to assess production capacity and capacity

• Developing and maintaining strong relationships with strategic suppliers

• Negotiating pricing and terms

• Tracking and expediting open orders

• Managing and executing the RFP to Purchase Order Cycle

• Keeping stakeholders updated on purchasing and delivery events or changes

• Ensure the health and retention of all accounts

Purchasing

• Reviewing, analyzing and approving entries, receipts of inventory, inbound shipments, and warehouse release

• Developing ERP modules for purchasing and logistics

• Tracking payment approvals

• Managing proper billing for logistics and procurement

• Resolving discrepancies in purchasing and delivery to prevent supply chain friction

Logistics

• Properly classifying items for importation

• Managing inventory with rigorous detail

• Ensuring compliance with any entity

• Ensuring proper duties are paid on time

• Making sure all client orders are delivered on time and on budget

• Building best processes around risk management and insurance coverage

Vendor Management

• Managing both inbound and outbound transportation

• Managing steel vendors, transportation vendors and customs brokers

• Sourcing and contracting boats and trucks for freight logistics

Database Aggregation and Management

• Analyzing procurement data and report metrics

• Aggregating and tracking data in the internal CRM database

• Ensuring the company is establishing and following best practices

• Establishing processes for safekeeping of inventory

• Ensuring records are always current, reliable and accurate

Pricing and Availability Management

• Researching and ensuring proactive pricing and availability based on market research

• Tracking and analyzing current and historic pricing

• Staying informed of current global events

• Contacting suppliers directly to validate pricing and availability

Requirements

• Minimum 3-5 years of experience in B2B Purchasing/Procurement

• Strong analytical and organizational skills

• BS/BA degree from a top-ranking university

• Very comfortable with international and domestic travel

• Knowledge of Incoterms

• Excellent track record of meeting and exceeding goals

• Familiar with current productivity technology tools (i.e- Slack)

• Strong business acumen with a 24/7 work ethic mentality

• The ability to flourish with minimal guidance, be proactive and to handle uncertainty, ambiguity and the challenge of quickly evolving goals

• An adaptable and resilient attitude; must be comfortable with a fast-paced, scrappy, and dynamic startup environment