Lead, mentor, and develop a team of Planner/Buyers responsible for procurement and vendor coordination Oversee day-to-day procurement and planning activities to ensure continuity of supply Establish and monitor key performance indicators (KPIs) related to cost, service, and supplier performance Drive accountability, performance management, and continuous development within the team Oversee procurement of goods, services, raw materials, and packaging to support operational requirements Perform rough-cut capacity planning and collaborate with vendors to optimize production schedules Ensure alignment between procurement activities and demand forecasts Coordinate the movement of raw materials, packaging, and finished goods to/from vendors Track open purchase orders and monitor inbound shipment status to ensure on-time delivery Conduct periodic market testing to benchmark costs and identify savings opportunities Monitor market trends and cost drivers (materials, freight, currency) Build and maintain solid supplier relationships to ensure performance, quality, and reliability Draft, negotiate, and implement supply agreements and contracts Evaluate supplier performance using scorecards and drive continuous improvement Identify, assess, and onboard new suppliers to support business growth and mitigate risk Proactively identify supply constraints, risks, and capacity limitations Communicate risks and mitigation plans to key stakeholders (e.g., Sales, Demand Planning, Operations) Develop and implement tools, dashboards, and reporting to enhance procurement visibility and decision-making Minimum 6 years of experience in sourcing, procurement, or supply chain roles Working in excel,



need manual process experience Experience with contract manufacturing or vendor-managed production environments is preferred CPSM, CPIM, CSCP) are an asset Determining compensation for this role (and others) at Vaco/Highspring depends upon a wide array of factors including but not limited to the individual’s skill sets, experience and training, licensure and certifications, office location and other geographic considerations, as well as other business and organizational needs. With that said, as required by local law in geographies that require salary range disclosure, Vaco/Highspring notes the salary range for the role is noted in this job posting. The individual may also be eligible for discretionary bonuses, and can participate in medical, dental, and vision benefits as well as the company’s 401(k) retirement plan.

Vaco by Highspring is an Equal Opportunity Employer and does not discriminate against any employee or applicant for employment because of race (including but not limited to traits historically associated with race such as hair texture and hair style), color, sex (includes pregnancy or related conditions), religion or creed, national origin, citizenship, age, disability, status as a veteran, union membership, ethnicity, gender, gender identity, gender expression, sexual orientation, marital status, political affiliation,



or any other protected characteristics as required by federal, state or local law. Vaco by Highspring and its parents, affiliates, and subsidiaries are committed to the full inclusion of all qualified individuals. As part of this commitment, Vaco by Highspring and its parents, affiliates, and subsidiaries will ensure that persons with disabilities are provided reasonable accommodations.

For residents of Ontario, Canada: Based on Highspring’s discussions with its Client, Highspring’s understanding is that this position for employment is a current vacancy (either through Highspring as a contractor or with the client directly). Vaco by Highspring and its parents, affiliates, and subsidiaries (“we,” “our,” or “Vaco by Highspring”) respects your privacy and are committed to providing transparent notice of our policies. California residents may access Vaco by Highspring HR Notice at Collection for California Applicants and Employees here .

Virginia residents may access our state specific policies here . Residents of all other states may access our policies here . Canadian residents may access our policies in English here and in French here .

Residents of countries governed by GDPR may access our policies here . the individual’s skill sets, experience and training; office location and other geographic considerations; With that said, as required by local law, Vaco by Highspring believes that the following salary range referenced above reasonably estimates the base compensation for an individual hired into this position in geographies that require salary range disclosure. The individual may also be eligible for discretionary bonuses.

📌 Head of Supply Chain & Procurement (Ontario)
🏢 Vaco by Highspring
📍 Ontario