Purchasing Manager

HellermannTyton - Milwaukee, WI

Full-time - Mid Level

Hybrid - Milwaukee, WI

Publishing Industries

About the position

The Purchasing Manager plays a key role in overseeing and enhancing strategic supplier relationships, as well as managing various purchasing processes and activities. They serve as a champion in obtaining the best overall value for all acquired items, encompassing materials, products, supplies, and services. The overarching objective is to enhance quality and streamline processes while simultaneously minimizing costs.

Responsibilities

• Develop and implement purchasing strategies.
• Develop the supplier base to meet quality, cost, and on-time delivery requirements, and develop new suppliers as required to meet stated objectives.
• Managing supplier relations and negotiating contracts, prices, timelines, etc.
• Assess, manage, and mitigate risks.
• Evaluate and execute cost reductions and quality improvements within the supply chain.
• Participate and play a key role in new product developments.
• Manage supplier rating system(s).
• Serve as a mentor to manage, develop, and motivate staff.
• Develop, recommend, and implement purchasing policies and procedures.
• Coordinate with Supply Chain and inventory control to determine and manage inventory needs.
• Be able to recommend and implement leading-edge purchasing systems and associated processes.
• Use data/data analytics to drive continuous improvement activities.
• Make recommendations for continuous improvement.
• Maintain appropriate staffing levels.
• Responsible for time and attendance, completing performance/competency evaluations, competency/training logs, providing feedback, motivation, and disciplinary action for employees in assigned department(s).

Requirements

• Bachelor's Degree in Supply Chain, Business, or related field.
• 7+ years of purchasing and negotiating experience, with 2+ years managing others.
• Automotive manufacturing experience with a global organization preferred.
• Deep knowledge of inventory and supply chain management.
• Thorough understanding of MRP concepts.
• Knowledge and understanding of ERP systems. (JD Edwards/PeopleSoft preferred)
• Proven experience with data analysis and process improvement.
• International supply chain experience preferred.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office.
• CPM certification preferred.
• Ability to travel by air/car as needed.
• Must have a valid driver's license, acceptable driving record, and adequate insurance.

Nice-to-haves

• Excellent communication skills, both written and verbal.
• MRP/Forecasting experience.
• ERP Systems knowledge.
• Negotiating skills.
• Supplier Relationship Management/Development experience.
• Agile in using data for analysis and path toward automation.
• High energy; Able to meet the rigor of the automotive and other demanding markets.
• Excellent people and communication skills and practices.

Benefits

• Bonus
• Clean & Climate Control Manufacturing Environment with Great Lighting
• Medical / Dental / Vision / Flexible Spending Accounts
• Life and Accidental Death & Dismemberment Insurance
• Disability Insurance Coverage
• 401(k) Retirement and Profit-Sharing Plan
• Employee Assistance Program
• Paid Time Off
• Paid Holiday
• Onsite Medical Clinic
• Wellness Program
• Tuition Reimbursement
• Company Discount