Overview
We are seeking a dynamic and strategic Purchasing Manager to lead our procurement activities and optimize supply chain operations. In this pivotal role, you will oversee the sourcing, negotiation, and management of vendor contracts, ensuring the timely acquisition of quality materials and services. Your expertise will drive cost efficiencies, enhance supplier relationships, and support our organization’s growth objectives. This position offers an exciting opportunity to influence procurement strategies across multiple categories while collaborating with cross-functional teams to meet organizational goals. Please have a willingness to learn, a positive attitude, be a team player to add to our company's culture of continuous improvement and reliable. Please have the willingness to submit to pre-employment drug screen and future random drug screen.
Responsibilities
- Develop and execute comprehensive procurement strategies aligned with organizational objectives and industry best practices.
- Manage end-to-end procurement processes using advanced motor industry specific systems and e-procurement platforms to streamline purchasing activities.
- Lead contract negotiations with suppliers and vendors, ensuring favorable terms, compliance with procurement regulations, and risk mitigation.
- Oversee vendor contract management and supplier relationship management to foster reliable supply chains and continuous improvement.
- Conduct category management and strategic sourcing initiatives to identify cost-saving opportunities and optimize procurement categories.
- Coordinate with logistics, quality management, materials management, and other departments to ensure seamless supply chain operations.
- Perform root cause analysis for procurement issues, implement corrective actions, and continuously improve procurement processes through project management methodologies.
Qualifications
- Proven experience in procurement management within a supply chain environment, including vendor contract management and strategic sourcing.
- Strong knowledge of ERP systems such as SAP, Oracle EBS, and other e-procurement tools.
- Demonstrated expertise in contract negotiation, procurement regulation compliance, and procurement category management.
- Excellent skills in negotiation, project management, cross-functional collaboration, and supplier relationship development.
- Familiarity with supply chain logistics, pricing strategies, quality assurance processes, and materials management.
- Ability to analyze root causes of procurement challenges and implement effective solutions for continuous improvement.
- Prior experience working within public sector purchasing or regulated environments is a plus.
Join us as we drive innovative procurement solutions that support our organization’s success! This role offers a vibrant environment where your strategic thinking and negotiation skills will make a measurable impact on our supply chain efficiency and overall business performance.
Pay: $25.00 - $30.00 per hour
Benefits:
- 401(k) 3% Match
- Dental insurance
- Health insurance
- Life insurance
- Paid time off
- Vision insurance
Work Location: In person
