1 Purchasing Manager Job in Anniston, AL
Kronospan is Hiring a Purchasing Manager Near Anniston, AL
General information
Location
AnnistonReference
2023-10724Position description
Job title
Purchasing Manager
Contract type
Full-time
About us
Kronospan is the world's leading producer of wood panel products including MDF, OSB, Particleboard, and Laminate Flooring. We are state of the art, automated, and visionary. We are sustainable and eco-friendly. We are Worldwide AND we are American Made. We are Kronospan.
Main duties and responsibilities
- Manage all aspects of sourcing strategy, including contracting and related purchasing decisions, in order to continuously improve product quality and profitability for the company
- Develop plans and implement continuous improvements within the procurement processes, reducing costs associated with transactions, minimizing resources needed to manage the process and increasing the speed of processing transactions.
- Develop and manage parts inventory planning and purchasing processes using technology and data to eliminate waste and increase productivity
- Negotiate with vendors for the purchase of materials, supplies, equipment, and services used by Kronospan with consideration to price and service guarantees
- Conduct supplier analysis, evaluate potential suppliers, and manage the overall supplier qualification process by utilizing metrics, tools, and processes.
- Develop, implement and manage multi-year contracts.
- Work to minimize inventory levels to maximize cash flow, working capital and storage capabilities while ensuring adequate inventory to support business needs.
- Develop and create sourcing plans, requests for proposal, and other sourcing documents and processes.
- Renegotiate, renew and discontinue supplier contracts; oversee performance of Vendor Managed programs
Requirements
- Excellent oral and written communication skills, positive interpersonal skills along with demonstrated presentation ability
- Must have special knowledge of Accounting / Purchasing applications and ability to work with mathematical concepts; ability to apply concepts such as fractions, percentages, ratios, and proportions to practical situations.
- Ability to multi-task in a fast-paced, dynamic environment and the ability to work without direct supervision
- Strong customer service skills and sense of urgency
- Advanced knowledge of the legal terminology and language related to supplier and/or vendor agreements and contracts.
- Advanced experience with ERP systems.
- Knowledge of contract procedures, data analysis/interpretation, financial analysis, forecasting and legal limitations.
Bachelor's degree in Supply Chain Management or related field preferred. CSCP or CPP certification preferred.
What we offer
- Growth opportunities, domestic and international, with the world's leading producer of wood panel products
- Work in a diverse, inclusive environment with colleagues from around the world
- You enjoy highly competitive benefits program including affordable medical, dental and vision plans
- Company paid life and short & long term disability plans
- Supplemental life, critical illness and accident plans for you and your family
- 401 (k) retirement plan with company match
- Paid time off including a generous paid vacation plan and holidays after 90 days
- “Life of Career” training opportunities through our global or local KronoAcademy
- A cover letter along with your Resume, highlighting your education, experience and skills.
Job Summary
Full Time
$111k-141k (estimate)
07/27/2023
06/11/2024
us.kronospan-express.com
EASTABOGA, AL
200 - 500
1989
KLAUS KOHLER
$50M - $200M
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