Purchasing Manager

Powell Industries•Houston, TX

3d•Onsite

About The Position

The Purchasing Manager is responsible for the effective management, control, and development of the supply-chain, procurement of materials and services, negotiating cost reductions, and implementing contracts with suppliers. This role involves coordinating cost reduction opportunities and improvements within the supply chain, reviewing best-in-class technology and alternative supply options, and defining sourcing strategies to ensure continuity of material supply for production plans. The manager will also implement effective logistics models with suppliers to optimally service internal and external customer requirements. The Purchasing Manager will lead a team of buyers, logistics, inventory, and materials coordinators to achieve strategic initiatives for Purchasing and/or the Business, and will actively participate in the solicitation, evaluation, and negotiation of material and/or service agreements.

Requirements

Bachelor's degree
Minimum 8 years in a material and/or purchasing assignment
Minimum 3-4 years in a leadership position
Demonstrated managerial/leadership effectiveness
Demonstrated analytical and root cause determination skills
Excellent interpersonal relationship skills
Strong demonstrated oral and written communication skills
Strong computer skills

Responsibilities

Ensure adherence to Powell Safety and Security Rules by the purchasing staff and Powell Suppliers and Visitors.
Develop short- and long-term sourcing strategies for purchased materials and services utilized within the Business focused on optimizing value added improvement within the Business and its Supply Base.
Work with Supply Chain on developing strategic sourcing strategies and initiatives.
Develop and manage a professional purchasing staff.
Hire individuals who meet and/or exceed the job specifications for the position.
Assign objectives and measurable goals for each staff member that in total deliver the required results for the Purchasing organization and the Business.
Ensure the Working Capital goals of the Business are achieved.
Drive value-engineering efforts based on knowledge of the Business and the materials and services used, the cost drivers of those materials and services, and the potential of using alternatives to those materials and services.
Develop and implement processes that eliminate excess and/or obsolete purchased material inventory within the Business.
Approve purchase orders of an amount within the limits of the Powell Delegation of Authority without additional approvals.
Proactively advance professional knowledge and education.