Purchasing Manager, Sourcing & MRO

Madawaska, ME - USA

Monthly Salary: Not Disclosed

Posted on: 18 days ago

Vacancies: 1 Vacancy

Department:

Procurement

Job Summary

POSITION SUMMARY

The Purchasing Manager Sourcing & MRO will manage all phases of the MRO / Services purchasing operation of Twin Rivers Paper Company including Storeroom operations. The Purchasing Manager will ensure timely supply of goods and or/services that are critical to the firms ability to meet its core business objectives. Strategically develops and implements supply chain strategies covering all assigned commodities and supplier processes to deliver maximum value and leverage. They will evaluate suppliers and negotiate contracts to achieve the lowest price for high quality goods.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS

Maintain adherence to Company policies and safety guidelines.

Manage supplier relationships

Negotiate contracts

Evaluate quality pricing reliability technical support and availability of goods and services.

Develop purchasing strategies that ensure availability of required inventory consistent with the Companys budget

Optimize P&L contribution through development and execution of cost reduction strategic initiatives

Develop strategy to minimize impact of market inflation

Support CAPEX / major Maintenance initiatives through contract negotiations and proposal of potential alternative options

Manage storeroom operations

Develop and monitor key metrics to gauge effectiveness of the procurement functions

Provide leadership for direct reports

The description above represents the most significant essential duties of the job but does not exclude others.

EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE

BS degree from accredited college/university preferred but not required.

5 years experience in procurement/materials management/supply chain or relevant experience in pulp and paper industry.

PREFERRED EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE

BS degree from accredited college/university in Supply Chain Management Business/Finance or Engineering.

Experience in the pulp and paper industry managing portfolio of similar products

Experience negotiating supplier contracts

COMPETENCIES

Strong and effective communication skills

Able to work independently and in a team environment

Strong analytical and decision-making skills

Effective leadership abilities

Proficiency in MS Word Excel Powerpoint and Access

Required Experience:

Manager

POSITION SUMMARYThe Purchasing Manager Sourcing & MRO will manage all phases of the MRO / Services purchasing operation of Twin Rivers Paper Company including Storeroom operations. The Purchasing Manager will ensure timely supply of goods and or/services that are critical to the firms ability to me...