Lincoln Electric is the world leader in the engineering, design, and manufacturing of advanced arc welding solutions, automated joining, assembly and cutting systems, plasma and oxy-fuel cutting equipment, and has a leading global position in brazing and soldering alloys. Lincoln is recognized as the Welding Expert™ for its leading materials science, software development, automation engineering, and application expertise, which advance customers' fabrication capabilities to help them build a better world. Headquartered in Cleveland, Ohio, Lincoln Electric is a $4.2B publicly traded company (NASDAQ:LECO) with over 11,000 employees around the world, with operations in 71 manufacturing and automation system integration locations across 21 countries and maintains a worldwide network of distributors and sales offices serving customers in over 160 countries.

Location: Remote - California - United States (US)
Pay Range: ($170,918.00 - $231,242.00)
Target Bonus: 25.0%
Req ID: 24628

Job Overview:

We are seeking an experienced Purchasing Director to oversee operational purchasing across the several businesses within Lincoln Electric’s Automation division. The successful candidate will be responsible for ensuring the businesses receive high quality products and services on time, at the optimal cost, the right way. She/he will influence and implement strategies, policies, and procedures (owned by centers of excellence) that cover strategic sourcing and compliance.

Key Responsibilities:

• Implement procurement strategies that align with the organization's goals and objectives
• Manage all operational purchasing teams in the division, responsible for buying direct goods and services
• Ensure purchasing teams are compliant with relevant regulations and standards
• Identify cost savings opportunities and implement cost reduction initiatives
• Manage a team of procurement professionals and provide leadership and guidance to ensure that the team is working effectively and efficiently
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to ensure that procurement activities are aligned with business needs
• Develop and maintain relationships with key suppliers and stakeholders
• Monitor supplier performance and take corrective action as necessary
• Provide regular reports to senior management on purchasing activities and performance
• Support the businesses on new product implementation (NPI) opportunities

Qualifications:

• Bachelor's degree in Business Administration, Supply Chain Management, or a related field
• Minimum of 15 years of experience in procurement or purchasing, with at least 10 years in a management role
• Strong knowledge of procurement processes and best practices
• Excellent negotiation and communication skills
• Ability to manage multiple priorities and work effectively in a fast-paced environment
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills
• Experience working with cross-functional teams
• Proficiency in ERP, spend analytics, and eSourcing solutions

We are proud to offer our full time candidates a comprehensive benefit programs which include:

• Health Insurance with HSA and FSA options
• Student Loan Debt Repayment
• Dental Insurance
• Vision Insurance
• Life/AD&D Insurance
• Short and Long-Term Disability Coverage
• 401(k) with a Company Match
• Paid Time Off
• Paid Holidays
• Paid Sick Time
• Bonus

Participation in any of the benefit plans and programs made available to employees/candidates meeting eligibility requirements. Lincoln Electric Automation Inc., reserves the right to amend or terminate any benefit plan or program at any time in accordance with applicable law.



Lincoln Electric is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We are committed to promoting equal employment opportunity for applicants, without regard to their race, color, national origin, religion, sex (including pregnancy, childbirth, or related medical conditions, including, but not limited to, lactation), sexual orientation, gender identity, age, veteran status, disability, genetic information, and any other category protected by federal, state, or local law.