USA - Procurement Assistant Manager

Job Description:
Client is seeking an Assistant Sourcing Manager Procurement to support a critical insourcing initiative at our Jonesboro, Arkansas facility. This role serves as the primary procurement link between our supplier base, the Jonesboro planning and operations teams, and the DRSQ Sourcing organization. The ideal candidate will own supplier onboarding, contract and pricing management, purchase order execution, and procurement escalations, ensuring materials and vendor readiness to keep production running smoothly.
This role will report to the Senior Sourcing Manager, Raw Materials.
This is a temporary, project-based role based on-site in Jonesboro, AR. The initial term is 6 months with potential extension based on business needs.

Responsibilities:
Create and issue Purchase Orders for raw materials and packaging, ensuring accuracy in quantities, pricing, and delivery dates
Own supplier communications related to purchase orders, delivery schedules, material availability, and provide regular updates to internal stakeholders
Support supplier negotiations, including pricing, payment terms, lead times, and supply continuity planning
Lead supplier onboarding activities, including vendor setup, documentation collection, and coordination Track sourcing activities, supplier onboarding, and procurement milestones to support successful project execution and launch readiness.
Maintain accurate procurement records, supplier information, and material data across all relevant systems.
Support ongoing procurement operations and supplier management activities following project launch and transition to steady-state operations.

Qualifications:
Bachelor s degree in Supply Chain, Procurement, Business, or a related field
Proven experience in supplier negotiations (pricing, payment terms, and lead times)
Experience working directly with suppliers and executing purchase orders is required
Comfort working in ERP systems; ICAT, SAP, or Velocity preferred
Strong supplier management and cross-functional communication skills
Ability to manage multiple workstreams (onboarding, contracts, escalations) simultaneously in a fast-paced environment
Experience in the consumer products industry is highly preferred
Interest in health and wellness, personal care, and/or eCommerce industries
Someone who gets things done without perfect resources, is innovative, and works with a sense of urgency
Someone who has high standards, takes ownership, and is invested in the outcome
Someone who proactively helps others, stays positive, and has a good sense of humor
3+ years experience in Procurement or similar roles

EEO:
Mindlance is an Equal Opportunity Employer and does not discriminate in employment on the basis of Minority/Gender/Disability/Religion/LGBTQI/Age/Veterans.