Manager, Procurement
About the role
Manage the entire procurement cycle - supplier selection/evaluation/approval, negotiation, purchase order creation, delivery tracking, and inventory coordination.
Directly lead the procurement team and outside vendor services.
Develop and mentor supply chain team members to improve efficiency and professional growth.
Effectively manage supply chain incoming material receiving and inventory control processes.
Optimize inventory stock levels through MRP parameter maintenance and ABC cycle counting.
Collaborate with production, finance and sales to forecast demand and manage stock levels effectively.
Cross-functional efforts to resolve material shortages and expedite critical parts.
Identify and evaluate suppliers, negotiate contracts, and establish long-term partnerships to ensure quality and reliability.
Collaborate with corporate supply chain teams to drive overall savings and efficiency projects.
Continuous improvement opportunities to enhance supply chain efficiency and sustainability.
Track KPIs (OTD, TAT, inventory turns, cycle count accuracy) and drive continuous improvement projects.
Maintain accurate records of purchases and other important data in the procurement system.
Serve as a subject matter expert in procurement and supply chain management.
Responsibilities
- Manage the entire procurement cycle - supplier selection/evaluation/approval, negotiation, purchase order creation, delivery tracking, and inventory coordination.
- Directly lead the procurement team and outside vendor services.
- Develop and mentor supply chain team members to improve efficiency and professional growth.
- Effectively manage supply chain incoming material receiving and inventory control processes.
- Optimize inventory stock levels through MRP parameter maintenance and ABC cycle counting.
- Collaborate with production, finance and sales to forecast demand and manage stock levels effectively.
- Cross-functional efforts to resolve material shortages and expedite critical parts.
- Identify and evaluate suppliers, negotiate contracts, and establish long-term partnerships to ensure quality and reliability.
- Collaborate with corporate supply chain teams to drive overall savings and efficiency projects.
- Continuous improvement opportunities to enhance supply chain efficiency and sustainability.
- Track KPIs (OTD, TAT, inventory turns, cycle count accuracy) and drive continuous improvement projects.
- Maintain accurate records of purchases and other important data in the procurement system.
Requirements
- Bachelor’s degree in Supply Chain, Operations or related field, or equivalent experience.
- 5+ years in supply chain or materials management with supervisory experience.
- 5+ years working with MRP/ERP systems and S&OP processes.
- 5+ years of experience with Excel tools including pivot tables, advanced formulas and data visualization.
Qualifications
- Experience working in the aviation industry and/or similar manufacturing-based industry.
- Experience applying Lean or Six Sigma in material flow.
- Excellent leadership and problem-solving skills.
Skills
- Strong negotiation skills.
- Deep knowledge of supply chain management.
- Ability to develop teams and processes through continuous improvement capabilities.
- Ability to develop strategic supplier relationships.
Benefits
Comprehensive Healthcare
401(k) with 100% company match; up to 5% vested
Paid Time Off starting on day one
Bonus opportunities
Health- & Dependent Care Flexible Spending Accounts
Short- & Long-Term Disability
Life & AD&D Insurance
Learning & Training opportunities
About Us
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