Tactical Procurement Manager

3 months ago


West Columbia, United States Harsco Rail Full time

Job Summary:

We are seeking a highly motivated and experienced Manager of Procurement Buyers to lead our procurement team. The ideal candidate will be responsible for overseeing the procurement process, managing buyer activities, and ensuring that purchasing strategies align with the company’s goals. This role requires strong leadership skills, strategic thinking, and a deep understanding of supply chain management.



Key Responsibilities

- Supervision of buyers assigned to commodity group, planning and organizing all tasks.

- Be a strong team player with ability to work effectively on cross-functional Product Development Teams to support the quotation process and machine launches.

- Participate in Supplier quality activities such as corrective action completion.

- Represent team in SIOP and Gemba

- Must be capable of handling multiple projects at one time.

- Review, analyze and interpret various reports.

- Lead and manage a team of procurement buyers, providing guidance, training, and support to ensure optimal performance.

- Develop and implement procurement strategies that align with the company’s objectives, focusing on OTD, cost reduction, quality improvement, and support sourcing with supplier relationship management.

- Analyze market trends and supplier performance to identify opportunities for improvement and cost savings.

- Monitor and manage inventory levels, ensuring that procurement activities meet operational needs without excess stock.

- Collaborate with cross-functional teams, including finance, sourcing, operations, and product development, to ensure seamless procurement processes.

- Prepare and present reports on procurement activities and supplier performance to senior management.

- Ensure compliance with company policies and procedures as well as relevant regulations and standards in procurement practices.


Qualifications

Education and Experience

A. Education

- B.S. degree in Operations, Supply Chain or related field.


B. Experience

- 5 to 8 years industry experience in materials or purchasing-related discipline on an ERP/MRP system, with at least 3 years in a leadership role.

- Require comprehensive knowledge of Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, PowerPoint)

- Previous supervisory experience

- Strong negotiation skills and experience in managing supplier relationships.

- Excellent analytical and problem-solving abilities, with a data-driven approach to decision-making.

- Proficient in procurement software and tools, as well as Microsoft Office Suite.

- Strong communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to work collaboratively across departments.

- Knowledge of industry trends and best practices in procurement and supply chain management.



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