Platform Procurement Manager

Marmon Holdings•East Granby, CT

16h

About The Position

Marmon Industrial Energy and Infrastructure As a part of the global industrial organization Marmon Holdings—which is backed by Berkshire Hathaway— you’ll be doing things that matter, leading at every level, and winning a better way. We’re committed to making a positive impact on the world, providing you with diverse learning and working opportunities, and fostering a culture where everyone’s empowered to be their best. The Platform Procurement Manager leads all facets of the IEI supply chain operations, ensuring alignment with company objectives and customer requirements. This role oversees all externally procured direct materials across all sites, with global responsibility for strategic planning, cost reduction strategy, supplier engagement, supplier quality, processes and procedures, supply risk management, terms and conditions

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree in business or related field required; master’s degree preferred
10+ years related experience in logistics, distribution, procurement, or inventory management, preferably within the wire & cable industry.
8+ years managerial experience, including leading cross-functional or multi-site supply chain teams.
Strong negotiation skills and proven ability to develop vendor, supplier, and logistics relationships.
Experience improving supply chain processes in a top-tier industrial manufacturing environment.
In-depth knowledge of supply chain best practices and operational optimization.
Proficiency with ERP and warehouse management systems, analytics, and productivity tools.

Nice To Haves

Professional certifications such as CSCP, SCOR-P, or CPSM highly preferred

Responsibilities

Continuously evaluates Global strategy and plans to meet changing economic and competitive conditions
Maintain a comprehensive knowledge of global wire & cable material, manufacturing processes and trade regulatory.
Develop a network of vendors and partners domestically and internationally.
Develop a more unified approach for our procurement activities
Develop annual cost-out savings programs and implement business strategies that directly affect the company financial results and growth plans
Develop and refine continuously the interplant production process to optimize the use our equipment to the benefit of our customers.
Identify metrics, tools and processes to optimize sourcing
Ensure the availability of qualified and market competitive sources of supply for company requirements
Monitors and ensures the efficient operation of the company and the team in the procurement of material, equipment and services
Identify vendor cost savings opportunities and support strategic sourcing initiatives
Develop strategic agreements and ensure PO release in compliance with them.
Negotiate terms and conditions
Actively participate as an SME with Marmon global procurement group on leverage spend programs.