Manager, OPEX Purchasing

Aesc - Murfreesboro, TN

Full-time - Senior

Murfreesboro, TN

Professional, Scientific, and Technical Services

About the position

The Manager of OPEX Purchasing at AESC US LLC is responsible for overseeing the indirect procurement process for products and services. This role focuses on cost reduction through innovative sourcing approaches and supplier development activities, while collaborating cross-functionally to ensure optimal cost-value products and services are sourced effectively.

Responsibilities

• Develop and manage the indirect sourcing process and oversee supplier life cycle management.
• Support purchasing leaders by gathering market intelligence, identifying major categories, analyzing current spend, and developing an optimal Indirect Strategy Plan.
• Deliver the strategy through supplier relationships and multiple projects (OPEX, Service, Energy, Maintenance, T&L contracts).
• Participate in the strategic and tactical negotiation of major indirect supplier contracts.
• Partner with various departments to select the right suppliers for best cost/value products.
• Investigate new supply markets to assess existing and new supplier capabilities for cost reductions and supply rationalization.
• Perform general management responsibilities such as hiring, performance management, and individual development activities.
• Monitor team performance against department standards.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in business administration, supply chain management, procurement, sourcing, or other relevant degrees.
• 5+ years' experience in purchasing, sourcing, and contract management leadership, including global sourcing and indirect sourcing.
• 2+ years in a leadership capacity.
• Experience in project management and collaboration with other departments.
• Strong leadership, interpersonal, and negotiation skills.

Nice-to-haves

• Previous Six Sigma training, Black or Green Belt desired.
• Experience in developing and implementing category strategies.
• Experience in implementing a source-to-pay framework with IT support on a global basis.
• Advanced degree in Business Administration or Purchasing Management.
• Nationally recognized professional certification (Certified Purchasing Manager or Certified Professional Contract Manager).

Benefits

• Health savings account
• Paid holidays
• Disability insurance
• Health insurance
• Dental insurance
• 401(k)
• Flexible spending account
• Tuition reimbursement
• Vision insurance
• 401(k) matching
• Life insurance