Note: The job is a remote job and is open to candidates in USA. Southwire Company, LLC is one of North America’s largest wire and cable producers, offering a range of products and services. They are seeking a Manager for Purchasing Operations to lead a team in developing and implementing procurement strategies that ensure optimal pricing and terms, while coordinating with internal teams and managing the purchasing process in accordance with established policies.

Responsibilities

• Advises senior leadership on purchasing operations strategies and challenges, providing insights and recommendations to support business goals
• Attends meetings with cross-functional teams to ensure alignment on procurement objectives and to address operational concerns related to purchasing activities
• Coordinates processes and assignments within the purchasing team to ensure efficient workflow, meeting deadlines and operational goals
• Ensures compliance with organizational policies, industry regulations, and supplier contracts, mitigating any risks related to purchasing activities
• Evaluates performance of the purchasing team, providing constructive feedback and guidance to ensure high performance and adherence to best practices
• Devises strategies to optimize purchasing operations, using data and analytics to drive improvements in purchasing cycles, cost reduction, and vendor management
• Educates team members on procurement policies, procedures, and industry standards, fostering a culture of continuous learning and development within the department
• Hires and trains new staff in the purchasing department, ensuring that team members possess the skills and knowledge required to excel in their roles
• Implements improvements to purchasing processes and systems, ensuring that purchasing operations are efficient, cost-effective, and aligned with the company’s objectives
• Performs other duties as assigned
• Complies with all policies and standards
• Manages staff performance and development, coaching team members to achieve their full potential in contributing to the department's goals

Skills

• Bachelor's Degree
• 5-7 Years of Procurement experience in manufacturing or distribution environment
• Advises senior leadership on purchasing operations strategies and challenges, providing insights and recommendations to support business goals
• Attends meetings with cross-functional teams to ensure alignment on procurement objectives and to address operational concerns related to purchasing activities
• Coordinates processes and assignments within the purchasing team to ensure efficient workflow, meeting deadlines and operational goals
• Ensures compliance with organizational policies, industry regulations, and supplier contracts, mitigating any risks related to purchasing activities
• Evaluates performance of the purchasing team, providing constructive feedback and guidance to ensure high performance and adherence to best practices
• Devises strategies to optimize purchasing operations, using data and analytics to drive improvements in purchasing cycles, cost reduction, and vendor management
• Educates team members on procurement policies, procedures, and industry standards, fostering a culture of continuous learning and development within the department
• Hires and trains new staff in the purchasing department, ensuring that team members possess the skills and knowledge required to excel in their roles
• Implements improvements to purchasing processes and systems, ensuring that purchasing operations are efficient, cost-effective, and aligned with the company's objectives
• Performs other duties as assigned
• Complies with all policies and standards
• Manages staff performance and development, coaching team members to achieve their full potential in contributing to the department's goals
• Specialized Degree: Supply Chain Management/Business Administration
• Certification in procurement or supply chain management (e.g., Certified Professional in Supply Management (CPSM))
• 8-11 Years of Procurement in manufacturing or distribution environment

Benefits

• 401k with Matching
• Family and Individual Insurance Packages (Health, Life, Dental, and Vision)
• Paid Time Off & Paid Holidays
• Long & Short-Term Disability
• Supplemental Insurance Plans
• Employee Assistance Program
• Employee Referral Program
• Tuition Reimbursement Programs
• Advancement & Professional Growth opportunities
• Parental Leave
• & More

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