Senior Manager Procurement

Overview

• Lead procurement processes for goods, materials, and services, ensuring cost efficiency and quality.
• Manage vendor relationships, including maintaining lists, negotiating contracts, and pricing agreements.
• Conduct market research to identify opportunities for savings and operational improvements.
• Oversee inventory levels to ensure timely fulfillment of incoming orders.
• Analyze purchasing trends to forecast demand and optimize procurement strategies.
• Ensure accuracy in purchase order documentation, including pricing and shipment details.
• Coordinate logistics to meet shipping and arrival schedules, addressing delays or cancellations.
• Develop and implement efficient purchasing processes to enhance operational effectiveness.
• Participate in additional projects as required to support procurement operations.

Key Responsibilities & Duties

• Manage procurement activities for goods, materials, and services, ensuring adherence to quality and cost standards.
• Build and maintain strong vendor relationships, negotiating contracts and pricing effectively.
• Conduct thorough market research to identify cost-saving opportunities and enhance procurement processes.
• Monitor inventory levels to ensure timely and accurate order fulfillment.
• Analyze purchasing data to forecast demand and optimize procurement strategies.
• Ensure all purchase orders are accurate and comply with company standards.
• Coordinate logistics to ensure timely delivery and address any shipping issues.
• Implement efficient procurement processes to streamline operations and improve performance.
• Collaborate on additional projects to support the procurement department's objectives.

Job Requirements

• Bachelor of Science (BS) degree in a relevant field is required.
• Minimum of 6 years of experience in procurement or related field; 8 years preferred.
• Proven expertise in vendor management, contract negotiation, and pricing strategies.
• Strong analytical skills for market research and demand forecasting.
• Experience in managing inventory levels and ensuring timely order fulfillment.
• Proficiency in creating and maintaining accurate purchase order documentation.
• Knowledge of logistics coordination and shipping processes.
• Ability to develop and implement efficient procurement processes.
• Strong communication and organizational skills to support procurement operations.