Business Unit Sourcing & Procurement Manager Job in New Haven, Indiana US
Business Unit Sourcing Procurement Manager
Position Summary: Manages the direction and daily activities of the Division's Business Unit procurement of raw materials, parts, equipment and operating supplies required for production of the Divisions products. Responsible for embracing and driving lean enterprises systems throughout the procurement process. Scope/Supervision and Interaction: Position will directly report to the Division Supply Chain Manager. Will interact with all levels of Division management; including operational, engineering, quality control, marketing and finance. Will supervise buyers, buyer/planners, buyer/expeditors, or purchasing specialists as required in Division. Key supplier and key customer contact required. Essential Functions: Plans and direct the activities of the Division's Business Unit purchases of raw materials, supplies, equipment or services. Identifies raw material requirements from production specifications, operational schedules and engineering quality requirements. Determines the most cost efficient and reliable materials needed for the manufacturing process. Establishes preferred supplier selection criteria based on supplier evaluations of price, quality, delivery, certifications, and compliance with governmental procurement regulations. Promotes and uses strategic suppliers. Interviews, selects and negotiates with suppliers in response to material requirements/cost issues. Establishes procedures to leverage the companys position. Ensures purchasing strategy reflects the consistent utilization of local suppliers vs. Group strategic suppliers. Works with suppliers to develop and manage continuous improvement programs, addressing quality, delivery, service, as well as price. Develops standard/automated re-order procedures. Will develop crisis management and supplier backup contingency programs. Develops and benchmarks best practices among the Division's Business Unit's suppliers and maintains accurate measurements and records for evaluation of suppliers. Ensures purchases and capital expenditures are consistent with Division strategies and within department budgets. Responsible for integrating the Division with electronic interfacing throughout the purchasing function. Job Requirements: Minimum of 6-8 years purchasing/managerial experience. - 4 year college degree in business, engineering, or materials management required with certification in supply chain management preferred. - Possess analytical and technical skills required to understand business practices and recommend proper automation opportunities. - Must have functional understanding of cost accounting and adopt to practical application. - Must have advanced computer skills and be able to understand of electronic processing. - Excellent written, verbal, and interpersonal communication skills for effective interface with all internal and external contacts. - Must be an innovator and embrace lean enterprises principles and practices.