Manager, Purchasing & Stores

Domtar•Kingsport, TN

61d

About The Position

The purchasing manager provides procurement expertise and leadership to support the mill. The purchasing manager complies with safety and corporate guidelines on business ethics and ensures site compliance with regard to contracts, initiatives, and policies. This role primarily impacts site Operations/Maintenance/Finance: Optimizing material pricing, sourcing and on time deliveries. Manage/negotiate vendor contracts to minimize risk. Seek savings opportunities through competitive bids, inventory reduction & vendor payment terms. This is a departmental manager role.

Requirements

Associate degree in Business, Finance, Engineering or Supply Chain Management
Five or more years' experience in purchasing
Experience with SAP or other business enterprise software application
Experience in conducting competitive inquiries.
Experience in negotiating, preparing and administering contracts and agreements
Proficiency with Microsoft Excel and Word
Knowledge of supply chain/materials management and procurement principles
Knowledge of commercial terms and business law
Knowledge of accounting functions that applies to purchasing, strong analytical skills
Oral and written communication skills
Ability to communicate with outside resources
Ability to communicate with finance, operations, and maintenance groups

Nice To Haves

Bachelor's Degree in Business, Finance, Engineering or Supply Chain Management
Industrial Maintenance knowledge/experience is a plus
Certified Professional in Supply Management (CPSM) or ability/willingness to get same preferred
Experience with PI, CCP
Experience with a union workforce
Experience in developing effective procurement strategies based on supply/demand evaluations or other market analysis

Responsibilities

Work in partnership with mill manufacturing, plant maintenance and/or staff groups to understand business drivers and align purchasing objectives with business goals.
Advocate for and act as the liaison and primary point of contact with Domtar's Central Purchasing Group.
Sets strategic priorities and goals as Unit Leader for Storeroom & Purchasing.
Manage purchasing processes and strategies.
Manage and process site business transactions (i.e. day to day buying).
Resolve procurement and storeroom issues
Function as the mill procurement subject matter expert.
Monitor supplier performance, resolve poor performance/exceptions and escalate as necessary to Domtar's Central Purchasing Group.

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