Procurement Manager

JOB SUMMARY:

This position will be part of a dynamic team focusing on global events affecting the supply chain sourcing of critical materials supply risk mitigation through supplier management programs and management of the procurement team.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

1. Develop and implement procurement strategies that align with the companys objectives.

1. Developing sound cost-effective strategies for the purchasing of materials used in the business.

1. Work with cross functional teams to identify areas of improvement and help lead the improvement efforts.

1. Set targets for Supplier Nonconformance improvements and work with cross functional teams to implement process improvements to drive results.

1. Set targets for Supplier On-time delivery improvements and identify strategies to achieve the improvement goals.

1. Communicating with Business Unit Managers and Production Mangers regularly regarding the efficient flow of goods and services affecting production.

1. Conducting cost analyses and setting benchmarks for improvement of net material performance.

1. Developing risk management procedures to mitigate losses in the event of product shortages.

1. Supervising the purchasing team delegating tasks as necessary.

1. Train and mentor employees in all aspects of the procurement life cycle.

1. Create supply chain management strategies that increase efficiency and speed.

1. Collaborate with other departments to close operational gaps.

1. Balance cost management and business growthprepare and submit reports on department KPIs.

1. Handle communications and negotiations with suppliers.

1. Managing supplier relationships to ensure compliance with contracts and resolution of issues.

1. Conducting and analyzing market research to identify potential vendors and suppliers.

1. Coordinating with internal departments to forecast needs and specifications.

1. Managing the procurement budget and preparing cost analyses and reports.

1. Maintaining an up-to-date knowledge of the industrys market trends and developments.

1. Perform all reasonably related duties as assigned.

GENERAL EDUCATIONAL DEVELOPMENT

Work Experience:

Five to seven years progressively more responsible experience

General Educational Development:

A professional level of knowledge in a specialized field equivalent to that ordinarily acquired through completing a five-year baccalaureate program or two years of post-bachelors degree work.

Additional Requirements:

• Must be eligible to work on programs subject to ITAR (International Traffic in Arms Regulations).

Plascore Benefits:

Bonus Programs

• $1200 Employee Referral Bonus - Paid in monthly increments.
• Quarterly Bonus- based on business unit metrics

Health Benefits

• Health Insurance (Medical Dental Vision) with Flex Spending or Health Savings Accounts
  • Free high-deductible health plan for employee only coverage.
• New Hires are eligible for health insurance benefits on day one!
• Company provided short-term and long-term disability coverage
• Employee Assistance Program- including legal & professional counseling services

Paid Time Off

• Paid and unpaid vacation totaling 6 weeks (years of service determines paid portion)
• 8-week paid sabbatical for every 10 years of service
• Paid Holidays
• Parental Leave

401(K) & Roth 401(K)

• 50% match up to 6% for all participating employees.

Educational Support

• Tuition Reimbursement for job-related and certificate programs
• Dependent scholarship to cover up to 100% of tuition cost for child dependents
• Use of training grants like GoingPro to allow for professional development

Childcare

• Flex Spending Account for childcare
• Tri-Share childcare program (2/3 of childcare costs covered)

Company Events

• Annual company picnic
• Annual golf outing
• Annual holiday party

Other Perks

• White-Caps baseball ticket raffles
• Discounts available at: MVP Athletic Club Stellantis Bedslide Enterprise rentals RX Optical
• Clean work environment
• Smooth pace of work
• Family owned and operated.
• Security of work for an established growing company that serves a diverse customer base.
• Bi-Weekly Pay

Consistent with the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) it is the policy of Plascore to provide reasonable accommodation when requested by a qualified applicant or employee with a disability unless such accommodation would cause an undue hardship. The policy regarding requests for reasonable accommodation applies to all aspects of employment including the application process. If reasonable accommodation is needed please contact the Talent Acquisition team at

Plascore is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race color religion gender national origin age genetic information veteran status disability or other legally protected characteristic.