Purchasing Manager - Holland, United States - Big Dutchman International GmbH
3 weeks ago
Description
In over 100 countries on five continents, Big Dutchman stands for lasting quality, fast service and unsurpassed know-how. We owe our position as world market leader to the tireless commitment of our 3,400 employees worldwide.
Our success-oriented plans for the future always focus on the personality of our employees, who support our highly motivated team with enthusiasm and dedication.
In addition, working in interdisciplinary and intercultural teams as well as the exchange with our globally located customers and suppliers promises you an interesting learning and working environment.
This position will be focused on managing the operational buyer team and actively engaged in sourcing decisions and analysis to support our business.
The objective is to improve our margins and our competitive sales position through cost reductions, reduced lead-times, and a constantly evolving supply chain landscape.
The Purchasing Manager will work closely with the Vice President of Supply Chain, Engineering, Customer Service and Sales to reach these objectives, and our goal of consistent profitability.
Responsibilities:
Focus on total cost reduction throughout the supply chain balanced with urgency of quick reaction orders to support building projects
Manage Operational purchasing team to achieve cost saving opportunities and goals - Ensure timely delivery of products and services from vendors
Develop solutions for quick turnaround supply requirements
Utilize market data and trends to mitigate supply chain risks or improve negotiating position
Manage and prioritize quoting and sourcing activities with the extended team
Manage purchasing policies and associated compliance
Actively engaged with material scheduling of contract manufacturing suppliers and internal assembly operations
Generate RFQs and negotiate pricing & terms with suppliers
Determine, evaluate, and select suppliers
Develop long term supplier relationships with the Strategic Sourcing Manager
Work cooperatively with internal customers to ensure suppliers are meeting the requirements of the company
Work closely with BD sister companies to capitalize on global sourcing opportunities
Develop direct reports and establish succession plans for position
Other Projects as assigned
Minimum Qualifications
Effective communication skills and ability to interact across different global cultures
Bachelor's degree in business, Supply Chain, or equivalent
Prior purchasing team management experience
Minimum of 10 years purchasing experience in a manufacturing environment
Strong negotiating skills
Excellent analytical skills including working knowledge of Total Cost Concept
Prior experience with sheet metal fabrication, stamping, and injection molding
Familiarity with ISO quality control procedures
Strong written and verbal communication skills
Proactive problem solver and effective cross functional engagement
Ability to effectively utilize information systems to analyze large data files
Working knowledge of PC software including MS Word
