Overview:
The Director of COMAN (Contract Manufacturing) at Palmex Evans is a strategic leadership role responsible for overseeing and optimizing contract manufacturing partnerships and operations. This individual will ensure that third-party manufacturing aligns with company quality, efficiency, and cost objectives while maintaining strong vendor relationships to support business growth and innovation.

Key Responsibilities:

1. Strategic      Leadership:
   • Develop and       implement the COMAN strategy to align with organizational goals.
   • Identify       and onboard new contract manufacturing partners to support growth and       innovation.
2. Vendor      Management:
   • Build and       maintain strong relationships with contract manufacturing partners.
   • Negotiate       contracts to ensure favorable terms, including pricing, lead times, and       service levels.
3. Operational      Excellence:
   • Monitor and       evaluate contract manufacturer performance against agreed KPIs such as       quality, delivery, and cost.
   • Collaborate       with internal teams (R&D, Quality, Supply Chain, etc.) to ensure       seamless integration of COMAN operations.
4. Cost and      Budget Management:
   • Optimize       contract manufacturing costs to align with company budget targets.
   • Drive       cost-saving initiatives without compromising quality or service levels.
5. Quality and      Compliance:
   • Ensure all       COMAN activities comply with regulatory standards, company policies, and       customer requirements.
   • Address and       resolve quality issues in collaboration with internal and external       stakeholders.
6. Reporting      and Analysis:
   • Provide       regular updates and analysis on COMAN performance to executive       leadership.
   • Identify       opportunities for improvement and implement action plans accordingly.

Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s      degree in Supply Chain Management, Business Administration, or related      field (Master’s degree preferred).
• Minimum of      7-10 years of experience in supply chain, contract manufacturing, or      operations, preferably in the food or snacks industry.
• Strong      negotiation and contract management skills.
• Excellent      leadership and relationship management abilities.
• Proficiency      in data analysis and reporting tools.

Core Competencies:

• Strategic      thinking and planning.
• Strong      communication and negotiation skills.
• Results-driven      with a focus on operational efficiency.
• Ability to      thrive in a fast-paced and dynamic environment.

This role provides an exciting opportunity to lead and shape the COMAN function at Palmex Evans, ensuring alignment with the company’s vision of growth and excellence in the food and snacks industry.

About Palmex-Evans

Palmex-Evans is a leader in the food manufacturing industry, known for our commitment to quality and innovation. We strive to exceed customer expectations through strategic partnerships and a focus on continuous improvement. Join us and be part of a dynamic team driving growth and excellence in the market.