Assure that all safety guidelines are met within Procurement function to accomplish site safety goals
Responsible for Monongahela site purchasing activities including contract negotiation, supplier selection, and supplier development for assigned suppliers
Implement enterprise and site contracts for manufacturing goods and services as assigned
Investigate sourcing opportunities to develop and lead site cost improvement projects; support Monongahela leadership team in managing MAT costs and cost reduction results at or better than commitments for site; identify and remove barriers to progress
Work closely with raw materials, energy, and packaging commodities contract managers to manage supplier performance for key raw materials. Manage and track Procurement operations metrics in Purchasing Quality Management System (PQMS). Own supplier development programs and manage supplier metrics in PQMS.
Assure that site procurement operations meet internal guidelines, Sarbanes-Oxley requirements, and external regulatory/legal requirements
Manage procurement aspects of business ISO quality program requirements
Implement corporate and local Procurement policies and procedures
Execute capital procurement activities for critical spares and new equipment to ensure continuity of site manufacturing operations
Administer procurement card program for site and prepare reports as requested by site management
Drive continuous improvement to enhance process efficiencies in Purchasing, share best practices, and leverage spend opportunities with other sites
Foster relationships with key site leaders and users to clearly understand needs and deliver a high level of customer satisfaction from procurement services
Qualifications
Ed
ucation/Experience
BS/BA degree in Supply Chain/Purchasing/Logistics, Business, Accounting or Technical Fields
Candidate(s) must have a strong strategic focus with a minimum of 6+ years experience in Procurement with a background in purchasing raw materials, MRO, and/or packaging in support of complex manufacturing operations
Working knowledge of procurement systems, purchasing policies/procedures, and purchasing law is required
PC literate; strong familiarity with SAP is required, SAP power user is an asset
Must have abilities in negotiation, teamwork, innovation, and change management
Strong understanding of Sarbanes-Oxley compliance requirements
Professional certifications are a plus (APICS, CPIM, etc.)
Skills
Excellent ability to negotiate and close commercial contracts / supply agreements
Flexible in negotiation style as to adapt to different levels or profiles of counterparts in negotiation
Strong persuasive skills
Candidate must exhibit strong verbal and written communication skills, sharp analytical skills, and robust problem solving skills
Behavioral
Self starter, demonstrated ability to take initiative and drive complex projects to closure within deadlines
Internally motivated, capable of setting high standards for self and colleagues
Set example of standards to be attained (professionally, values, behavior)
Strong interpersonal skills
Results oriented, autonomous, tenacious
Have a professional, helpful, assertive and confident manner when dealing at all organizational levels with both internal colleagues and suppliers
Job
Supply Chain
Primary Location
PA-Monongahela
Schedule
Full-time
Education Level
Bachelor's Degree (±16 years)
Job Posting
Dec 24, 2012, 2:22:00 PM
Unposting Date
Jan 21, 2013, 2:22:00 PM
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