Purchasing Manager - Process Piping

ACCO Engineered Systems • San Jose, CA

12d • Hybrid

About The Position

Under the direction of the Director of Purchasing, this position is responsible for the purchasing function of the assigned region and providing support for the sales and project managers. This role is responsible for processes such as price negotiations, vendor solicitation, vendor performance, and managing the purchasing department staff. This position supervises Buyers & Administrative support teams.

Requirements

• High School Diploma or equivalent
• A bachelor's degree in construction management or similar discipline
• 5 to 7 years of experience in purchasing procurement activities in the construction industry strongly preferred.
• Previous experience with purchasing large projects and contract compliance.
• Experience with MS Windows environment, including proficiencies with Word and Excel.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills, as well as strong interpersonal skills.
• Strong attention to detail
• Strong knowledge and application of the purchasing process from start to finish.
• Possess and maintain a valid driver’s license.
• Regular and routine attendance.

Nice To Haves

• HVAC or similar industry experience is preferred but not required.
• Management experience preferred.

Responsibilities

• Demonstrate a track record of success in building effective teams and interpersonal relationships while steadfastly pushing self and others for results.
• Stay current on emphasis points of Leadership & Communication, Dispute Resolution, Supply Chain Management, Redline Review, Pricing Agreements, Rebate Programs, Process Improvement, Productivity KPIs, and Department Compliance.
• Develop new process improvement concepts to increase efficiency and better team engagement.
• Work with Sales Managers to ensure a working understanding of Project Manager needs to improve Purchasing department processes and results.
• Work with PMs as requested for pre-bid buyouts, suggesting strategy on a job-by-job basis.
• Negotiate purchases for Major Equipment and Subcontracts on jobs up to $1,000,000; larger jobs after review with the Purchasing Director.
• Maintain a strong presence and relationship with Project Managers (PMs), Engineering, and key staff at major suppliers in all markets.
• Review POs and subcontracts for typos, scope accuracy, contractual language, and ethical issues.
• Conduct weekly meetings (formal or informal) with office staff to ensure timely subcontract processing, timely PO processing, bonds received, review of issues, and to foster a collaborative work environment with both internal and external customers.
• Manage the process of mitigating delays, properly notifying suppliers of their responsibilities from a cost perspective relative to supplier-caused issues, and resolving billing disputes between ACCO and suppliers.
• Subcontract review of non-union requests, bond reviews, and redline review/negotiation.
• Create monthly reports for review with the Director of Purchasing including: Cost Analysis of Commodities and Major Equipment, Line Card Changes, Vendor Representative Changes, Vendor Problems, Vendor Meetings, PM Concerns, and Back Charge Log.
• Review incoming buyouts.
• Manage all back charges in the assigned area of operations, maintain back charge data, maintain folder structure, and review all pending back charges with the Purchasing Director.
• Perform other duties as assigned by upper management.

Benefits

• Competitive Wage: $116,070.00 - $156,585.00 Annual Salary.
• Actual compensation is determined by several factors that are unique to each candidate, including but not limited to job-related skills, depth of experience, certifications, relevant education or training, and specific work location, among others.
• The offered wage or salary is only one aspect of an employee's total compensation.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Manager