Operations Director directs and manages the day-to-day activities of an organization's operations, typically through subordinate operations managers. Implements company policies, procedures and initiatives. Being a Operations Director evaluates and enhances current operational systems. Monitors performance against operational goals and develops reporting and auditing processes used to analyze operational effectiveness. Additionally, Operations Director coordinates operations with other functions. Requires a bachelor's degree. Typically reports to a director. The Operations Director typically manages through subordinate managers and professionals in larger groups of moderate complexity. Provides input to strategic decisions that affect the functional area of responsibility. May give input into developing the budget. To be a Operations Director typically requires 3+ years of managerial experience. Capable of resolving escalated issues arising from operations and requiring coordination with other departments. (Copyright 2024 Salary.com)
The Director of Procurement will be responsible for leading and optimizing procurement operations for the Atalco and Discovery Bauxite teams. This strategic leadership role requires an individual with a solid understanding of and experience with procurement processes, supply chain management, strategic sourcing plans and building and maintaining strong relationships with suppliers, contractors, and internal stakeholders. The successful candidate will play a critical role in ensuring the availability of quality materials and services while driving cost efficiencies and supporting our organization's growth.
Essential Functions:
· Responsible for making final decisions within delegated authorization levels on administrative or operational matters and ensure effective achievement of objectives.
· Build a strong team through planning, staffing, budgeting, managing expense priorities, and recommending and implementing changes to methods.
· Works on complex issues where analysis of situations or data requires an in-depth knowledge of the company, its operations, and its technical requirements.
Key Competencies
· Strong Communication skills (oral and written)
· Aggressive and persistent driver of change
· Resilient
· Collaborative
Required Qualifications
· A minimum of 12 years of experience in procurement and/or supply chain, preferably in a heavy manufacturing environment.
· Minimum of 10 years’ experience in managing and leading others.
· Demonstrated competencies in procurement and supply chain principles; logistics (domestic and international); inventory and warehouse management principles; contract law, UCC and legal terms & conditions; international business cultures, customs & practices; project management and root cause analysis.
· Demonstrated interpersonal skills in the areas of conflict resolution, change management, negotiations and effective listening & communications.
Education/Training Requirements
· Bachelor’s degree procurement, supply chain management, business or closely related field of study required.
· Master’s degree preferred.
Department: Procurement
Reports To: Chief Business and Development Officer
Position Location: Gramercy
FLSA Status: Salary
Effective Date: 9/1/2023
Work Environment
· Office environment with periodic travel and regular time in in the plants
Physical Demands
· Sitting for long periods of time.
· Extensive use of PC’s.
· Periodic travel.