The Regional Purchasing Manager will lead purchasing team members and supplier partners to execute tactical purchasing activities and implement contract programs at the facility level with the intention to achieve maximum cost reductions and efficiencies. Responsible for effectively administering the Procure to Pay process. Additionally, the Regional Purchasing Manager communicates KPI and project status across the organization in the various Indirect materials and services categories.
Key Responsibilities
Control and improve the procure to pay process
Document standard work and policies to support the procure to pay process
Execute the sourcing strategies set by the sourcing team at the facility level
Document standard work to support the deployment of indirect materials and services
Utilizes MOC best practices and coordinates trials/product testing while informing stakeholders
Ensure contract terms and deliverables are met
Leverage and make necessary changes at the facility level to maximize advantages in the contracts
Track and report KPI's to senior leaders
Track progress and lead cross functional teams to identify & execute cost out opportunities through suppliers
Facilitate yearly supplier scorecard evaluations to support the sourcing team's supplier business review
Ability to travel up to 20%
Education and Experience
Typically possesses 5-7 years of relevant experience in sourcing, purchasing or manufacturing focused project management
2-3 years experience Indirect Purchasing: Indirect materials, facility services, IT, professional services
3 years in a management of people role
Bachelor's degree from an accredited institution
Knowledge and Skills
Proficient in Project Management methodologies, processes and tools
Able to build and maintain effective partnerships with internal and external stakeholders
Demonstrated ability to create and lead the implementation of sourcing strategies
Full and clear understanding of contractual language
Strong leadership, motivational and interpersonal skills
Possesses a fundamental understanding of plant manufacturing operations
Possesses previous experience working in project management, accounting, purchasing, or sourcing role
Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite and any other relevant software