5 PURCHASING JOBS

About the Role

The position will be responsible for managing the procurement requirements of the organization, including Packing Material, CAPEX, procurement related to projects, and daily consumables. This role plays a crucial part in ensuring the smooth operations of the organization by effectively sourcing and managing the necessary resources.

Responsibility

• Implement procurement strategies to meet the organization's needs

• Negotiate with suppliers to secure advantageous terms

• Preparing and sending Purchase orders.

• Collaborate with internal stakeholders to understand their requirements and provide timely procurement support

• Manage vendor relationships and resolve any issues that may arise

• Ensure compliance with procurement policies and procedures

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Business Administration, Supply Chain Management, or related field

• Proven experience in procurement

• Strong negotiation and communication skills

• Familiarity with procurement software and tools

• Ability to work in a fast-paced environment and handle multiple priorities

Designation: - Purchase Cum Exports Assistant

Department: - Purchase

Location: - Mumbai, India

Job Responsibilities:-

• Procurement of Chemical Raw Materials & Packaging Materials

• Send inquiries and gather quotes for market price comparison

• Final price negotiations with the vendor as per costing norms

• Developing good vendor relationships & negotiating for credit terms with vendors Alternative vendor developments through R&D

• Visiting exhibitions & trade shows on behalf of the Company & developing new vendors Attend to quality-related issues and arranging as per the Client’s QC guidelines Creating purchase orders in Tally ERP Monitoring stock levels & maintaining buffer stock of fast-moving items

• Coordinate with the Sales Team & warehouse team for smooth functioning Delivering material with compliance quality parameters as per QA QC measures. Coordinating with internal departments for vendor payments and other issues Weekly MIS reports ( incl. but not limited to updated records of purchased products & delivery information; Preparation of monthly reports for cash and credit, Preparation of costing of all products including cost analysis ) Ensure to submit all pending bills to the Accounts Dept. & respond to any queries raised by them

• Preparing & Arranging L.C. & T.R. for vendor payments ( if required ) & submission of the export documents to the Bank

• Management & Renewal of all Export Licenses & procedures

• Preparation of all Export Documentation

• Ability to manage independently all Export Incentive schemes (RodTep, Customs Duty Drawback, CEPA, etc. )

• Visiting exhibitions on behalf of the Company & developing new vendors

  Required Candidate:-

• Education: - BSC/MSC/BE Chemical Engineering (preferred)

• Age:- 25-35 years

• Technical Skillset:- Computer proficient

• Work Exp.:- Minimum 2 (preferably in the purchase department)

• Language skill set:- Fluency in English Language (Spoken & Written)

• Other attributes:- A Self-motivated individual with a pleasant personality

Job Location: Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania

Job?Summary:?

The Category Manager CapEx (Capital Expenditures) is responsible for managing the procurement activities of capital equipment, building, infrastructure and services from manufacturers across the globe at the best overall value.

The Category Manager – CapEx is a key member of the central Procurement team. The individual holding this position will report directly to the VP Procurement and will work closely with the Investment Controlling Director and other internal stakeholders (e.g. OpEx, Engineering, Business Unit Procurement, Plant Procurement and senior leadership).

This is a global role for the CapEx category, working across Business Units (Europe, North America). Therefore, the individual will also work closely with the North America Procurement Director. The position will be based in Pittsburgh.

Required Education/Experience:

• Bachelor’s degree required. Preferred focus in Engineering, Supply Chain, Finance, or related field.
• Minimum of 7 years of experience, although prefer 10+ years, working in Procurement, Strategic Sourcing, Category Management, or related field
• Experience with capital equipment and services category, ideally in collaboration with OpEx and Engineering
• Experience developing a strategic approach to spend categories or supply base
• Experience working in a cross-functional setting to ensure all business areas (e.g.; finance, legal, operations, etc.) are providing the appropriate input to accomplish procurement goals

Preferred Skills/Qualifications: 

• Highly proficient in Microsoft Office and video conferencing tools
• Experience with Should-Cost modeling, Total Cost of Ownership, and ROI analysis preferred
• Experience working within a project management environment 
• Ability to understand technical equipment terminology and read engineering prints
• CPSM/CPSD/C.P.M. certification(s) preferred

Job Responsibilities:

• Lead category strategy development, deployment and supplier management for Capital Equipment and Services. Analyze category trends, support business strategy and deliver improved value for money, mitigate risk and enhance quality and service.
• Work closely with stakeholders (e.g. OpEx, Engineering, Plant Procurement, Business Development, Finance and other senior leadership) to understand the strategic direction, capital requirements and business priorities.
• Achieve overall cost avoidances, while ensuring vendors meet all requirements for quality, project timelines, adherence to established contracts, and all Health, Safety, and Environmental considerations.
• Act as a leader in managing the total cost of ownership (TCO) within the category, coordinating all procurement activities to seek alternate and innovative ideas to provide business solutions, incorporate technical requirements and specifications and create competitive advantage.
• Benchmark capital costs and best practices across Business Units and plants to ensure we maximize value creation.
• Lead Request for Proposals, conduct fact-based negotiations with suppliers (building on supplier and industry analysis, benchmarks, cost structure analysis), review and select suppliers with whom we can build long term customer/supplier relationships.
• Negotiate, draft and finalize multi-year contractual agreements establishing strong commercial, safety, sustainability, ethical and legal contract terms.
• Manage major contracts and supplier relationships for the CapEx category through supplier scorecards and business reviews; measure contract compliance and other key metrics to ensure targets/ schedules are being met and value is being delivered to the business.
• Act as a liaison between company stakeholders and suppliers/contractors/sub-contractors to implement contracts fulfilment and facilitate issue resolution (e.g., warranty claims, vendor delays, project budget adherence) to ensure optimal stakeholder satisfaction and business objectives.
• Work closely with Investment Controlling Director and the plants to ensure all purchasing activities are conducted in accordance with proper policies and procedures. Track execution of the projects; focusing on cost and timeline.
• Review and challenge current CapEx procedures and processes to guarantee procurement is involved at the right stages of project development and supplier outreach.
• Ability to travel up to 30% as required.

Benefits including:

·       Medical, Rx, Dental, Disability, Life Insurance, Flexible Spending Accounts

·       Retirement Savings Plans with Company Match/Contributions

·       Education Assistance

·       Bonus Plan Eligibility

·       Parental Leave

Job Location: Rosemont - IL

Job?Summary:?

The Category Manager – Logistics is responsible for managing the procurement activities with logistics service providers and transport of goods.

The Category Manager – Logistics is a key member of the central Procurement team of the company. The individual holding this position will report directly to the VP Procurement and will work closely with internal stakeholders (e.g. logistics operations, supply chain, finance, sales, etc.) and the different Business Unit and Plant Procurement teams.

This is a global role for the Logistics category in the company, working across Global Business Units with initial focus on North America. Therefore, the individual will also work closely with Sr. Manager Business Systems & ERP and the position will be preferably based in Chicago.

Required Education/Experience:

§ Bachelor’s degree required. Preferred focus in Supply Chain, Finance, Engineering or related field.

§ Minimum of 7 years of experience, although prefer 10+ years, working in Procurement, Strategic Sourcing, Category Management, Supply Chain, Logistics Operations, or related field.

§ Experience with Logistics category, preferably across multiple modes of transportation (flatbed truck, rail, and ocean freight)

§ Experience leading and participating within project teams to achieve defined outcomes.

§ Experience developing a strategic approach to spend categories or supply base.

Preferred Skills/Qualifications: 

§ Highly proficient in Microsoft Office and video conferencing tools

§ Experience with Should-Cost Modeling, Total Cost of Ownership, and ROI analysis preferred.

§ Excellent analytical skills, ability to create and manage complex spreadsheets.

§ Experience with business operating systems, i.e.: Oracle, SAP, preferred.

§ Experience working within a project management environment.

§ CPSM/CPSD/C.P.M. certification(s) preferred.

§ Ability to travel up to 30% as required.

Job Responsibilities:

Category strategy development and implementation

§ Define category strategies based on analysis of the internal and external fact base, utilizing supply market intelligence, vendor knowledge, and sound procurement strategies.

§ Lead procurement category deployment and supplier management for logistics category across all business units in order to support business strategy and minimize total cost of ownership (TCO)

§ Work closely with stakeholders (e.g. procurement, logistics operations, supply chain, finance, sales and other senior leadership) to develop effective cost-reduction strategies and execution plans, while ensuring vendors meet all requirements for capacity, continuity of supply, service levels, and Health, Safety & Environmental considerations.

§ Track compliance with set category strategies and take corrective actions where needed

Manage supplier relationships

§ Lead complex and large-scale sourcing events, conduct fact-based negotiations (building on supplier and industry analysis, benchmarks, cost structure analysis), review and select suppliers with whom company can build long-term relationships.

§ Establish multi-year contractual agreements with strong commercial and legal agreement terms.

§ Manage along with Sr. Manager Logistics, ENA major supplier relationships on an ongoing basis, measure and track supplier performance through KPIs and business review meetings, and work collaboratively to achieve value and continuous improvement.

Identify opportunities to reduce TCO

§ Act as a leader in managing the total cost of ownership (TCO) within the category coordinating all actors in procurement as well as all functional stakeholders e.g. logistics operations, supply chain, etc.

§ Identify, develop and lead specification, demand and process improvement initiatives for the logistics category, including conducting lane optimization analysis to maximize efficiencies and costs.

§ Measure and track performance of the spend category under your management

Benefits including:

·       Medical, Rx, Dental, Disability, Life Insurance, Flexible Spending Accounts

·       Retirement Savings Plans with Company Match/Contributions

·       Education Assistance

·       Bonus Plan Eligibility

·       Parental Leave

Job Location: Pittsburgh, PA

Job?Summary:?

The Category Manager – Plant Services is responsible for managing the procurement activities across external vendors providing plant services and maintenance. The plant services categories include contractors (electrical, mechanical, environmental, HVAC, etc.), civil & construction services, cleaning, waste management, janitorial services, and other services performed in plants by external vendors.

The Category Manager – Plant Services is a key member of the North America Procurement team. The individual holding this position will report directly to the Sr. Director – Non-Metal Procurement and will work closely with internal stakeholders and the Plant Procurement teams. The individual will collaborate across Business Units and will also work closely with the VP Procurement. The position will be preferably based in Pittsburgh.   

Required Education/Experience:

§ Bachelor’s degree required. Preferred focus in Supply Chain, Finance, Engineering, or related field.

§ Minimum of 7 years of experience, although prefer 10+ years, working in procurement, strategic sourcing, category management, plant operations, or related fields.

Preferred Skills/Qualifications: 

§ Highly proficient in Microsoft Office and video conferencing tools

§ Experience with Should-Cost Modeling, Total Cost of Ownership, and ROI analysis preferred.

§ Excellent analytical skills, ability to create and manage complex spreadsheets.

§ Experience with business operating systems, i.e.: Oracle, SAP, preferred.

§ Experience working within a project management environment. 

§ CPSM/CPSD/C.P.M. certification(s) preferred

Job Responsibilities:

§ Procure strategic services for all North America manufacturing sites and corporate entities.

§ Define a strategic approach to the plant services category based on spend opportunity analysis, internal stakeholder discussions, while utilizing supply market intelligence, vendor knowledge, and sound procurement strategies.  

§ Lead negotiations with key vendors and establish long term agreements to implement the defined strategic plan.

§ Conduct benchmarking of prices and services across plants and cost structure analysis to identify savings opportunities and to create strong negotiation positions.

§ Lead strategic sourcing events to establish a competitive sourcing environment for plant services.

§ Develop tools to support plant procurement team negotiations with local plant services vendors.

§ Work closely with stakeholders (e.g., procurement, operations, maintenance, supply chain, finance, and other senior leadership) to develop effective cost-reduction strategies and execution plans, while ensuring vendors meet all requirements for project timeline, service levels, and Health, Safety & Environmental considerations.

§ Act as a leader in managing the total cost of ownership (TCO) within the category and, together with all the relevant stakeholders, identify, develop and lead specification, demand and process improvement initiatives.

§ Establish multi-year contractual agreements with strong commercial and legal agreement terms.

§ Drive long term supplier performance through development and implementation of Quarterly Business Reviews (QBRs), Key Performance Indicators (KPIs), and development of Performance Improvement Plans for any under-performing vendors.

§ Review and challenge current purchasing process for Plant Services in each plant ensuring the cooperation between Local Procurement and Maintenance maximizes value creation.

§ Ensure compliance to all Procurement Policies and all applicable laws.

§ Support initiatives to build capabilities within the procurement community through mentorship, idea-generation, leadership, collaboration, and training delivery.

§ Ability to travel up to 35% as required. 

Benefits including:

·       Medical, Rx, Dental, Disability, Life Insurance, Flexible Spending Accounts

·       Retirement Savings Plans with Company Match/Contributions

·       Education Assistance

·       Bonus Plan Eligibility

·       Parental Leave