Principal Duties/Responsibilities:

· Oversees procurement functions, which includes, developing quality standards, financing purchases, negotiating prices, buying materials, outsourcing, supplier selection, and inventory control.

· Collaborates with business managers and senior leadership to ensure procurement functions are aligned with business goals.

· Creates a globally uniform procurement organizational structure and processes; manages to sustain a competitive advantage.

· Develops, evaluates, and improves processes, utilizing knowledge of designs, processes, capabilities, methods, and quality control standards to reduce/optimize cost.

· Develops procurement functionality within ATS software to enable service delivery to all business units and customers; develops enhancements to meet future needs.

· Manages strategic relationships with key suppliers and industry representatives.

· Monitors key performance indicators to understand and improve procurement performance.

Knowledge, Skills, Abilities (KSAs), & Competencies:

Essential KSAs:

· Bachelor’s degree in a relevant field: business, supply chain management, engineering and four years of experience in purchasing, supply chain, indirect MRO management, or an equivalent combination of education and experience

· Strong process improvement skills

· Knowledge of cost forecasting and economic principles

· Effective analytical, statistical, quantitative, and deduction skills

· Excellent verbal and written communication skills

· Ability to collaborate and negotiate successfully

· Proficient with Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint)

Desirable KSAs:

· Experience with procurement software

· CSCP and ISM certifications

· Industrial / manufacturing / maintenance procurement experience

· Global sourcing experience

Competencies:

· Strategic planning and execution

· Drive for results

· Presentation skills

· Negotiation

· Business and financial acumen

Physical Demands and Working Conditions:

While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to use hands, speak, and hear. The employee is occasionally required to sit for long periods, reach with arms, and use close vision. At times, the employee is required to use a telephone, a keyboard and computer, and other office equipment. Work is typically performed in a moderately noisy business office.