McWane Plant & Industrial

Amerex - Purchasing Manager

Trussville, AL, United States · Contract

Sponsorship not specifiedDetected 36 days ago

Product ManagementForecastingExcelSupply ChainLogisticsProcurementERPLeadershipCommunicationCollaborationMicrosoft Office

About the role

Oversees and directs procurement of components, materials, MRO, and contracted services based on MRP/ERP directives, known priorities, usage history, and/or sales forecast.

Direct and monitor the entire procurement process, including the issuance and management of purchase orders to support production and operational requirements.
Lead, coach, and develop purchasing team members; set clear performance expectations and conduct regular performance reviews.
Lead material planning and coordination efforts during product lifecycle changes, including new product introductions (NPI), engineering changes (ECN), and obsolescence management.
Develop and maintain strong supplier relationships, ensuring performance expectations for cost, quality, and delivery are met or exceeded.
Lead supplier sourcing events, RFQ/RFP processes, and contract negotiations to achieve optimal cost, quality, and delivery terms.
Manage procurement KPIs including on-time delivery, purchase price variance (PPV), inventory turns, and supplier scorecards; report results to Supply Chain Manager on a regular cadence.
Collaborate cross-functionally with operations, engineering, finance, and logistics teams to align procurement strategies with business goals and operational needs.
Support broader supply chain operations as needed, including shipping, receiving, and material handling activities to ensure continuity of operations.
Drive continuous improvement initiatives within procurement processes to enhance efficiency, reduce costs, and improve service levels.
Ability to influence others and manage conflict effectively in an OEM manufacturing environment.

Must be able to work under stress occasioned by production requirements and personnel.
The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform essential functions of this job.
Employee is occasionally required to sit
The employee may be required to frequently lift and/or move up to 10 pounds and occasionally lift and/or move up to 25 pounds.
Please note this job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties, or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job.
Direct and monitor expedite or de-expedite orders as required based on schedule and inventory changes.
Proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite, including Word, Excel, and PowerPoint.
High degree of attention to detail
Minimum of 7 years of experience in procurement or supply chain roles, with at least 2 years in a supervisory or lead purchasing capacity in a manufacturing environment.

Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, color vision, peripheral vision, depth perception and ability to adjust focus.
Establish and maintain optimal inventory levels and safety stock strategies based on demand, lead times, seasonal peaks, and service level targets.
Manage inventory flows across multiple warehouse and distribution locations to ensure efficient material availability and minimize excess or obsolete stock.

Teamwork, Excellence, Communication, Leadership, Environment, Safety, Accountability, and Trust.
These principles are the foundation of McWane, Inc. and serve as a compass, offering personal guidance to navigate daily work situations.
Leads and develops the purchasing team to ensure procurement activities align with production schedules, cost targets, and strategic business objectives

All your information will be kept confidential according to EEO guidelines.
McWane is a Federal VEVRAA contractor, and an Equal Opportunity Employer committed to providing equal employment opportunity in all employment practices.

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