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Purchasing Manager

The Purchasing Manager is responsible to ensure effective management, control and development of the supply-chain, procurement of materials and services, negotiating cost reductions and implementation of contracts with suppliers. Co-ordination of cost reduction opportunities and improvements within the supply chain whilst reviewing best in class technology and alternative supply options. Defining the sourcing strategy to ensure continuity of supply of materials to meet production plans. Implementation of effective logistics models with suppliers to service optimally internal and external customer requirements. The Purchasing Manager will manage a staff of buyers and logistics, inventory and materials coordinators to achieve assigned strategic initiatives for Purchasing and/or the Business. The Purchasing Manager will play an active role in the solicitation, evaluation, and negotiation of material and/or service agreements.

Ensure adherence to Powell Safety and Security Rules by the purchasing staff and Powell Suppliers and Visitors.

Develop short- and long-term sourcing strategies for purchased materials and services utilized within the Business focused on optimizing value added improvement within the Business and its Supply Base.

Work with Supply Chain on developing strategic sourcing strategies and initiatives.

Develop and manage a professional purchasing staff.

Hire individuals who meet and/or exceed the job specifications for the position.

Assign objectives and measurable goals for each staff member that in total deliver the required results for the Purchasing organization and the Business.

Ensure the Working Capital goals of the Business are achieved.

Drive value-engineering efforts based on knowledge of the Business and the materials and services used, the cost drivers of those materials and services, and the potential of using alternatives to those materials and services.

Develop and implement processes that eliminate excess and/or obsolete purchased material inventory within the Business.

Approve purchase orders of an amount within the limits of the Powell Delegation of Authority without additional approvals.

Proactively advance professional knowledge and education.

Bachelor's degree

Minimum 8 years in a material and/or purchasing assignment

Minimum 3-4 years in a leadership position

Demonstrated managerial/leadership effectiveness

Demonstrated analytical and root cause determination skills

Excellent interpersonal relationship skills

Strong demonstrated oral and written communication skills

Strong computer skills

Temperature controlled working environment. Some outside activities may be required.

This position may travel out-of-town to attend training and meetings.

Typical office environment: may experience minor discomfort from extensive use of a computer display and keyboard; travel between buildings on campus and between campuses.

Maintaining body equilibrium and agility to prevent falling when walking, standing, crouching, ascending or descending stairs.

Sitting, standing and walking for long periods of time.

Typing, punching or applying pressure to an object with fingers and palm.