Best Practices, Capital Equipment, Continuous Improvement, Contract Negotiation, Cost Control, Equipment Maintenance/Repair, Leadership, Manufacturing, Negotiation Skills, Operational Support, Performance Management, Purchasing/Procurement, Risk Management, Set Goals, Sourcing Strategy, Strategic Planning, Sustainability, Systems Administration/Management, Team Player, Vendor/Supplier Management, Vendor/Supplier Relations, Vendor/Supplier Sourcing
This role oversees indirect procurement across multiple manufacturing sites, focusing on sourcing, supplier management, and cost optimization for categories like MRO, capital equipment, and services.
- Develops and executes strategic sourcing plans, negotiates contracts, and drives cost savings.
- Leads and develops a procurement team, setting goals and ensuring best practices.
- Partners with plant leadership to support operations, uptime, and projects.
- Establishes supplier relationships, manages performance, and reduces fragmentation.
- Standardizes procurement processes, enhances systems, and manages risks to ensure supply continuity.
- Requires 10+ years of procurement experience, 5+ years in leadership, and strong negotiation skills.
- Supports multi-site operations, is data-driven, and capable of travel.
- Supports a culture of sustainability, teamwork, and continuous improvement.