Purchasing Director manages procurement and purchasing operations and implements the strategy to provide the materials and services to meet organizational requirements for quality, volume, availability, and pricing. Maintains strategic supplier relationships, negotiates contracts, and implements systems for monitoring performance, assessing risk, and responding to changes in demand or disruptions in the supply chain. Being a Purchasing Director collaborates with other functions to define current and future inventory requirements and manage inventory levels. Implements processes and systems and utilizes technical tools to analyze data and increase responsiveness to material demands. Additionally, Purchasing Director oversees auditing processes to ensure procurement and recordkeeping comply with any applicable industry or governmental regulations. Requires a bachelor's degree. Typically reports to a director. The Purchasing 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 Purchasing 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)
Position Summary
The Corporate Director of Purchasing is responsible for overseeing all aspects of procurement operations for Norlee Group Companies nationally. The role requires deep procurement and industry knowledge, facilitating with leading sourcing, contracting, negotiating, designing, and implemented strategic sourcing methodology, and partnering strategies across business functions. The Director will lead a team, at the business unit level, that serves as a resource regarding procurement and subcontracting policies and procedures, sourcing requirements, and administrative requirements for procurement of goods and services. Additionally, the position manages and monitors supplier performance, which includes initiating and managing ongoing projects to reduce overall procurement costs and improve supplier flexibility, delivery, and performance.
Position Mandate
As the Corporate Procurement Director, you are responsible for leading the daily operations of the procurement process. Key responsibilities include supply chain strategy, team development and cross-functional leadership, identification and execution of cost savings measures, strategic sourcing and capacity management, contract manufacturing selection and quality, as well as logistics and customer service.
Key Accountabilities/Measurables
Essential Duties and Responsibilities
This includes vetting vendors and establishing and maintaining relationships with new and existing suppliers
Health & Safety Responsibilities
An individual in this role is responsible for ensuring that all staff within the acquired company work within the established safety policies, procedures, and guidelines of the Norlee Group of Companies.
QUALIFICATIONS
To successfully perform and execute the requirements of this role, the individual must hold or exhibit the following qualifications:
Education and/or Experience
A minimum of a bachelor’s degree in business administration or 8 years of related experience in electrical material with a contractor or distributor, or the equivalent of education and experience in a major organization or division of large corporation. Certified Purchasing Professional (CPP) a plus.
Language Skills
An individual in this role must be able to translate complex financial concepts to individuals at all levels including both finance and non-finance professionals. Ability to document written reports, develop policies and procedures, and provide both verbal and written reports to management and subordinate staff.
Software Skills
In-depth knowledge of the MS-Office Suite, Sage 300, AccuBid, KOJO Procurement or similar programs.
Mathematical Skills
Ability to analyze, interpret, understand, and report on periodic business financial statements.
Physical Demands
Periodic air travel is required across the USA to attend to the regional branch locations. On an occasional basis, an individual in this position must be able to walk across uneven ground on a construction site.
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