POSITION SUMMARY
The Manager of Procurement will play a critical role in overseeing both the procurement and supply chain functions within the organization. This role will require a strategic thinker with strong leadership skills, analytical abilities, and a deep understanding of procurement, logistics, and inventory management processes. The Manager will collaborate with cross-functional teams to develop and execute strategies that optimize costs, enhance operational efficiency, and ensure the availability of materials and services to support business objectives.
Hybrid - Massillon OH - RealTruck ARE - 400 Nave Rd SE Massillon, OH 44646
CORE FUNCTIONS
- Manage and develop Procurement strategy, engaged with commodity market trends.
- Analyze data, process flows, and supply chain functions to maximize resources.
- Conduct a corporate RFQ tied to gathering product information, estimated annual usages, SOP timing, and merging the details with an approved supplier list.
- Assign ownership and accountability for process issues and corrections.
- Monitor and evaluate activities that assure supply-chain volume flow that protects manufacturing operations.
- Establish supplier manufacturing capacity requirements.
- Manage supply chain activities by establishing expectations for processes and responsibilities. Document processes in each aspect of the supply chain function including the processes to be followed by the local brand buyers.
- Develop and challenge resources to improve performance through optimized systems, continuous process improvements, and ultimately drive direct and indirect material savings.
- Drive cost reductions and quality/conformance improvements across the range of material and MRO purchases.
- Create, develop, and manage a purchasing strategy that will develop and improve relationships with the current supply base, as well as develop new potential suppliers.
- Prepare and maintain yearly purchasing business plans and budget.
- Determine supply chain KPIs, i.e., PPV, competitive pricing, on-time delivery, and continuous improvement.
- Monitor and control cost, promote cost savings, and provide leadership in support of goals and VA/VE.
- Proactively analyze and identify system utilization concerns and process improvements.
QUALIFICATIONS & REQUIREMENTS
Education and Experience
- Bachelor’s degree in a related field required. Master’s degree preferred.
- 5+ years of related experience required.
- 2+ years in a leadership role required.
- Strong background in commodity management.
- Experience working in a multinational company is preferred.
- ERP experience preferred.
Required Licenses
Skills, Abilities, and Knowledge
- Skilled in Microsoft Office Suite with emphasis in Excel, Word, Power-Point, Outlook.
- Ability to write, speak, and comprehend English. Ability to write, speak, and comprehend Spanish preferred.
- Ability to add, subtract, multiply, and divide in all units of measure, using whole numbers, fractions, and decimals.
- Ability to compute rate, ratio, and percent and to draw and interpret graphs.
- Ability to read and comprehend simple instructions, short correspondence, and memos.
- Ability to write simple correspondence.
- Ability to effectively present information in one-on-one and small or large group situations to customers, customers, and other employees of the organization.
- Ability to solve practical problems and deal with a variety of concrete variables in complex situations.
- Ability to interpret a variety of instructions. Ability to read, analyze, and interpret reports and various data sources.
- Ability to respond to complaints.
- Ability to effectively present information to top management.
- Ability to negotiate (tactics, techniques, and strategies).
- Knowledge of database software, manufacturing processes.
Travel
- Occasional travel may be required; approximately 10-20%.
COMPETENCIES
- – Synthesizes complex or diverse information; Collects and researches data; Uses intuition and experience to complement data; Designs workflows and procedures.
- – Works within approved budget; Develops and implements cost saving measures; Contributes to profits and revenue; Conserves organizational resources.
- – Follows instructions, responds to management direction; Takes responsibility for own actions; Keeps commitments; commits to long hours of work when necessary to reach goals. Completes tasks on time or notifies appropriate person with an alternate plan.
- – Displays willingness to make decisions; Exhibits sound and accurate judgment; Supports and explains reasoning for decisions; Includes appropriate people in decision-making process; Makes timely decisions.
- – Follows policies and procedures; completes tasks correctly and on time; supports organization’s goals and values; supports affirmative actions and respects diversity.
- – Identifies and resolves problems in a timely manner; Gathers and analyzes information skillfully; Develops alternative solutions; Works well in group problem solving situations; Uses reason even when dealing with emotional topics.
- - Approaches others in a tactful manner; Reacts well under pressure; Treats others with respect and consideration regardless of their status or position; Accepts responsibility for own actions; Follows through on commitments.
- – Balances team and individual responsibilities; Exhibits objectivity and openness to other views; Gives and welcomes feedback; Contributes to building a positive team spirit; Puts success of team above own interests; Supports everyone’s efforts to succeed.
SUPERVISOR RESPONSIBILITIES
- Manager+: Plans, organizes, evaluates, and directs the employees within the department function. Has direct reports.
PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS
- This position is subject to sedentary work: Exerting up to 10 pounds of force occasionally and/or a negligible amount of force frequently or constantly to lift, carry, push, pull or otherwise move objects. Sedentary work involved sitting most of the time. Walking and standing are required only occasionally.
Physical Activities
- This position is subject to the following physical activities: talking and hearing.
Visual Acuity
- The worker is required to have close visual acuity to perform an activity such as preparing and analyzing data and figures; transcribing; viewing a computer terminal; expansive reading; visual inspection involving small defects, small parts and/or operation of machines (including inspection); using measurement devices; and/or assembly of fabrication of parts at distances close to the eyes.
Working Conditions
- This position operates in a professional office environment. This position will occasionally visit a manufacturing plant setting.
Perks That Go the Extra Mile :
At RealTruck, we take care of our people—because they drive our success. Enjoy great benefits like medical, dental, and vision coverage, company-paid life insurance and disability, and a 401(k) with company match (eligible the first of the month after you start). Need balance? We’ve got wellbeing days and parental leave. Want to grow? Take advantage of educational reimbursement. Plus, earn referral bonuses and score exclusive employee discounts on RealTruck products. Great benefits. Great people. Even better careers.
RealTruck is the premier manufacturer and digital destination of accessories for truck, Jeep®, Bronco® and off-road enthusiasts around the world. Globally headquartered in Ann Arbor, Michigan, RealTruck’s 6,000+ associates operate from 35+ facilities across four continents. RealTruck’s industry leading product portfolio, which includes the Husky Liners total vehicle protection brand, boasts over 1,000 patents and pending applications. The company’s omni-channel retail approach delivers a seamless consumer experience online at RealTruck.com, as well as through its 12,000+ dealer network and automotive (OEM) partnerships.
Equal Opportunity Employer
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