Job description
Charter Manufacturing is a fourth-generation family-owned business where our will to grow drives us to do it better. Join the team and become part of our family!
Job can be based out of either our Woodstock, IL facility or in Shawano, WI.
POSITION PURPOSE:
Lead procurement organization for the iron business to ensure shared goals are met through effective leadership, training, and mentoring. Works closely with the Director of Supply Chain in the development and implementation of strategies, policies, and systems to reduce cost and ensure consistent supply. Direct and maintain supplier relationships and functioning as a liaison between purchasing team, suppliers, and internal stakeholders for the iron business.
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:
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Bachelor’s degree in business or related field or equivalent experience.
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Seven plus years’ experience working in a purchasing or related environment.
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Supervisory experience in leading and developing direct reports.
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Experience with quality systems (ISO-9000).
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Process improvement experience.
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Demonstrated negotiation skills in creating win/win scenarios.
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Demonstrated leadership and ability to influence all levels of the organization and vendors.
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Ability to learn, understand and communicate technical and operational requirements.
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Proven success in sourcing, negotiating contracts, and purchasing products and services in a manufacturing environment.
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Unquestionable ethics and integrity.
PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS:
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Experience with both direct and indirect strategic sourcing for raw material, MRO, energy, and capital.
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CPM, CPIM and/or APICS certification.
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Experience in strategic sourcing of energy (electricity, water, natural gas).
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Six Sigma Blackbelt certification.
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Experience with imports and tariff management.
MAJOR ACCOUNTABILITIES:
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Develop and manage positive vendor relationships, including sourcing, negotiating, and purchasing.
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Develop and manage portfolio strategies to ensure long-term supply and managed costs.
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Deliver favorable pricing and manage price changes.
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Ensure supply security on critical items.
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Lead negotiations with suppliers.
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Improve processes and procedures, including systems and/or technologies, for efficient capture and flow of data throughout the organization.
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Administer and manage request for proposals and strategic sourcing strategies.
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Track, monitor and report performance against goals.
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Develop strategic direction and roadmap to define the future state of procurement.
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Exceed the business expectations for quality, service, and cost on procured goods and services.
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Mentor and develop members of the procurement organization for the iron business while fostering a work environment of collaboration and teamwork.
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