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Purchasing Business Developer

Advanced Personnel Resources

Greensboro, NC

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JOB DETAILS
SALARY
$50–$50 Per Hour
JOB TYPE
Full-time
SKILLS
Aerospace and Defense, Analysis Skills, Aviation Industry, Business Development, Communication Skills, Construction Equipment, Consulting, Continuous Improvement, Cost Control, Cross-Functional, Direct Sourcing, Documentation, Establish Priorities, Heavy Equipment/Vehicles, Leadership, Localization, Maintain Compliance, Market Trend Analysis, Procurement Management, Procurement Planning, Project Management Professional (PMP), Project/Program Management, Purchasing/Procurement, Quality Engineering, Regulatory Compliance, Risk, Risk Management, SAP, Spanish Language, Supply Chain, Team Player
LOCATION
Greensboro, NC
POSTED
3 days ago
Advanced Personnel Resources is seeking a motivated Purchasing Business Developer for a new opportunity with our client, located in the Triad. As a Purchasing Business Developer | Project Manager supporting Purchasing you will be accountable to lead purchasing activities and represent Purchasing in assigned initiatives related to sourcing of direct and indirect material and services. You will also be the interface with the Purchasing line organization (buyers and quality engineers) and work closely together to secure purchasing interest. You will be a key player in the project’s team, and you will act and deliver in a large network requesting strong cross-functional collaboration with stakeholders around the different business areas. Employment Type: Contract | Consultant level- NOT REMOTE Pay: Up to $50 per hour Responsibilities: Working with the team, and actively contributing to the development of the cross-functional community Drive project activities and give input to the overall plan Serve as a key Interface to your stakeholder areas Take an active part in the project, contribute to the fulfillment of the total project goals, and be the voice Oversee the localization plans and ensure compliance with client requirements, while optimizing cost, transportation, and resiliency Inform the Purchasing line organization about project demands, targets, time schedules, and other relevant project information Prepare and present project statuses and management project reviews in purchasing reference groups as well as other forums Ensure Purchasing resources are secured Contribute and secure that the purchasing time plan fits within the overall time plan Lead Projects risk management from Purchasing standpoint, including risk response and risk mitigation plans, as well as documentation and communication Escalate issues/inputs needed to deliver on agreed targets utilizing proper escalation process What We Also Pay Attention To 3+ years of Project Management experience Heavy trucking, automotive, construction equipment, aviation, or aerospace industry experience required Project Management Professional (PMP) certification is a plus Bachelor’s degree in Supply Chain, Engineering, Business, or related discipline, or equivalent working experience SAP system experience and knowledge. Experience in digitalization and report creation Proficiency in Spanish language is a plus Appreciated Attributes • Strong leadership skills and ability to prioritize • Open-minded and a positive attitude • Utilize your strong communication skills to be the connector • Able to lead colleagues in a trustworthy manner • Team-oriented and place value in trust-based collaboration • Ability to develop and inspire/motivate others • Knowledgeable in current and future business trends, technology, and markets • Face problems and act quickly and directly; provide direct and actionable feedback • Appreciate feedback and seek for continuous improvement • Make good decisions in line with internal stakeholders, with risks, opportunities, and alternative solutions in mind • Structured with an analytical and logical mindset

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