Procurement Manager

Description: Plans, organizes, and directs all procurement, inventory control and planning activities for USRS. Drives rapid improvements in productivity and standardizes all applicable procedures to improve efficiency and reduce costs. Collaborates with vendors to ensure organizational goals are aligned. Contribute to the development, implementation, management and monitoring of annual business plans and productivity improvements. Establish strong relationships with cross-functional departments to ensure inventory goals are accomplished. Track external vendors and internal key performance to ensure goal alignment. Manage purchase orders, backorders, and expedition processes to reduce backlogs. Identify and develop action plans for slow moving items or discontinued inventory. Develops, implements, and maintains policies, procedures, and inventory control systems to reduce costs, streamline procedures, and implement process improvement solutions. Coordinate with Accounting/Finance on matters involving carrying costs. Update lead-time and safety stock where applicable to reduce standard material runouts. Participates, reviews, and provides recommendations and oversight in forecasting and planning. Directly supervises employee in department performing inventory control, purchasing, and demand planning. Support LEAN guiding principles and LEAN manufacturing system to drive continuous improvement. Performs other related duties as assigned. Requirements: Bachelor’s Degree in Supply Chain Management Five (5) years progressive experience in Supply Chain Management, Purchasing and Planning preferred Inventory control background required Familiar with a variety of Supply Chain Management concepts, practices, and procedures Strong leadership capabilities High level of accuracy and attention to detail under time sensitive conditions Self-motivated, organized and creative Excellent written and communication skills Must be able to handle ambiguity in daily activities Ability to multi-task in a face-paced environment Must be detailed-oriented and able to solve inventory related issues Ability to analyze problems, and execute actions in a timely manner to meet customer requirements Proficiency with ERP systems and MS Office/Window products Strong proficiency of SAP Must be able to travel (10%)

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