Purchasing Manager
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13 hours ago
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Job Summary
POSITION SUMMARY
The Purchasing Manager will lead and support their team of Buyers to ensure that they meet their goals and continuously improve their performance.
RESPONSIBILITIES
- Lead the team of Buyers (8-10) in Mexicali
- Set performance goals for the Buyers and establish actions plans to meet them
- Manages the regional Buyer team including coaching training resource allocation PTO HR systems maintenance)
- Serves as the 1st point of escalation for expediting critical shortages for Operations.
- Lead lean cost savings and continuous improvement projects related to purchasing space optimization and inbound freight costs as required
- Recommends ideas that improve effectiveness and efficiency of team to Director Americas Purchasing
- Reviews all purchase orders that require approval per Vertiv procedures to ensure SOX compliance
- Responsible for ensuring that procedures exist and are documented to support Buyers compliance with Vertiv Procurement and Operations procedures
QUALIFICATIONS
- Bachelors degree in Purchasing Supply Chain Management or equivalent functional experience required
- Strong leadership skills and proven track record of driving continuous improvement
- APICS or ISM certification or evidence showing progress towards achieving required
- Excellent interpersonal skills and the proven ability to work well with senior-level leadership
- Excellent organizational analytical thinking and multi-tasking skills
- Detail-oriented and ability to thrive is a fast-paced environment
- Excellent verbal and written communication skills and responsiveness
- Strong understanding of cost management best practices
- Proficient using ERP systems e.g. SAP Oracle etc.
- Proficient with Microsoft Office Suite or similar software
PHYSICAL & ENVIRONMENTAL DEMANDS
- Please list all physical and environmental demands that may performed on a regular basis.
TIME TRAVEL REQUIRED
- 10%
Required Experience:
Manager
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About Company
Work Authorization No calls or agencies please. Vertiv will only employ those who are legally authorized to work in the United States. This is not a position for which sponsorship will be provided. Individuals with temporary visas such as E, F-1, H-1, H-2, L, B, J, or TN or who need s ... View more
