Senior Manager, Purchasing

DENSO•Southfield, MI

1d•$141,000 - $177,000•Onsite

About The Position

This role reports to a Director or VP level within DENSO North America Purchasing Group (NAPG), supervising procurement officers or team members. The Senior Manager will work across functional and geographic boundaries to support global or regional operations. This position supports the development of long-term strategies for the Purchasing function, aligning and executing plans as approved by Purchasing top management and monitoring achievement. The role involves developing and deploying sourcing strategies for MRO spend, incorporating market insights, risks, opportunities, and best practices. The Senior Manager will lead the MRO Purchasing team for development and negotiation of complex supplier agreements, conduct cost analysis, issue RFPs/RFQs, and secure competitive pricing. They will maintain an understanding of industry best practices and implement continuous improvement initiatives for MRO procurement (kaizen), manage supplier performance through KPIs and scorecards, and manage supply chain risks. Ensuring compliance with governance requirements and adherence to procurement policies, legal frameworks, and sustainability requirements is crucial. The role involves building strong relationships with suppliers and internal Purchasing contacts globally, negotiating resolution of difficult situations, and preparing MRO procurement related reports. Additionally, the Senior Manager will perform Human Resources activities including tracking time and attendance, associate counseling, scheduling, evaluating work performance, and assisting in skill development, while fostering high morale and teamwork among subordinates.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree in supply chain management or related field
10+ years of Related Experience
3+ years of people leadership experience
Strategic mindset and risk management
Knowledge of Purchasing procedures and terms and supply chain management
Ability to identify and implement system/ process improvements
Excellent problem solving and cross-functional collaboration
Proven ability to prepare and lead difficult negotiations and the ability to influence others
Excellent written and oral communication skills and good presentation skills
Competent level of experience using Microsoft Word, Excel and PowerPoint
People management direct and indirect reports
Customer service skills

Responsibilities

Supports the development of long-term strategies for the Purchasing function; aligns and executes plans as approved by Purchasing top management and monitors achievement.
Develop and deploy sourcing strategies for MRO spend, incorporating market insights, risks, opportunities, and best practices.
Leads the MRO Purchasing team for development and negotiation of complex supplier agreements while considering the business needs and obtaining proper approvals.
Conduct cost analysis, issue RFPs/RFQs, and secure competitive pricing to maximize total value of ownership while monitoring supplier performance.
Maintain an understanding of industry best practices and implement continuous improvement initiatives for MRO procurement (kaizen).
Manage supplier performance through KPIs and scorecards and manages supply chain risks.
Ensure compliance with governance requirements and adherence to procurement policies, legal frameworks, and sustainability requirements.
Builds strong relationships with both suppliers and internal Purchasing contacts located within North America and Globally; strong collaboration and attention to continuous improvement.
Negotiate resolution of difficult situations relative to purchasing activities, both within and outside of the company.
Prepares MRO procurement related reports and reviews the reports of others for submission to Purchasing top management and other business executives.
Performs Human Resources activities including tracking of time and attendance, associate counseling, scheduling, evaluating work performance and assists in skill development.
Fosters high morale and teamwork by supporting the activities of subordinates through daily interaction and one on one contact.
Performs other duties as assigned.

Benefits

Medical, Dental, Vision, Prescription Drug plans
401K with 4% company match
Vacation/PTO and 13 paid Holidays
Bonus Program
FSA/HSA and Dependent Care Program
Company provided Life, Disability, ADD and Business Travel Insurance
Various No Cost Wellness & Chronic Condition Management Programs
Various Optional Insurance programs such as legal, identity theft, critical illness, etc.
Tuition Reimbursement
Career Development and Ongoing Training
Employee Assistance Program
Employee Spotlight and Recognition Program
Volunteer opportunities
Onsite Fitness Center (vary by location)
Cafeteria and food markets (vary by location)
Onsite Health Clinic and Pharmacy (vary by location)