Purchasing Manager

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Job Summary
Location
Clinton ,IA
Job Type
Contract
Visa
Any Valid Visa
Salary
PayRate
Qualification
BCA
Experience
2Years - 10Years
Posted
15 Nov 2024
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Job Description

Purchasing Manager

Greater Quad Cities Iowa area (relocation assistance offered)

Competitive Pay, 10% Bonus, 401K Match

Fortune 500 Global Manufacturer


Immediate need for an experienced Purchasing Manager for an established and growing global manufacturing company. This person will lead a team of 6-8 people in the Purchasing Supply Chain function that ecompasses multiple sites. This company is in a growth phase and this person will play a vital role as a strategic partner for the company (roughly 600 employees, 2 sites within 10 miles of each other. We seek purchasing experience within a manufacturing environment and specific experience with SAP. This role is crucial in managing and enhancing supplier relationships, leading the supplier approval process, and implementing lean manufacturing practices to optimize materials cost, minimize risks related to quality and delivery, and foster continuous improvement initiatives.

Key Responsibilities:

  1. Leadership & Talent Development:
  • Lead and mentor the supply chain team, with a focus on talent development, succession planning, and performance management.
  1. Supplier & Supply Chain Management:
  • Oversee relationships with direct materials and MRO suppliers, developing strategies to maintain quality, timely delivery, and consistent supply flow.
  • Collaborate with Operations to assess capacity needs and recommend adjustments as necessary.
  1. Demand & Operational Planning:
  • Develop and implement procedures to effectively integrate incoming demand with operational plans, ensuring alignment with capacity and efficient resource utilization.
  1. Lean Supply Chain Strategy:
  • Create and implement lean strategies for materials management to distinguish normal from abnormal conditions and reduce waste. Lead initiatives to promote lean practices.


Qualifications:

  • Bachelor’s degree in Supply Chain Management, Logistics, Business Administration, or a related field, or equivalent experience.
  • Minimum of 5 years of experience in supply chain roles within a manufacturing setting, with demonstrated experience leading or influencing teams.
  • SAP Desired
  • Proven track record of managing and collaborating with suppliers.

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