Manager of Procurement, HY

Hydranautics is a part of the Nitto Group of companies and one of the global leaders in the field of integrated membrane solutions. We offer complete membrane solutions like reverse osmosis, nanofiltration, ultrafiltration and microfiltration for water, waste water and process treatment and applications. Hydranautics membrane-based solutions are currently in use on seven continents throughout the world for diverse applications such as seawater desalination, industrial high-purity water, surface water treatment, waste water treatment and specialty process applications.

JOB SUMMARY:

The Purchasing Manager is responsible for high level Purchasing, Supplier, and Supply Base Management for raw materials, equipment, supplies and services, managing the department  metrics and performance.  Responsible for department KPI reporting to include PPV, Inventory Metrics, Delivery to Production performance, Supplier Evaluation. Negotiates prices and terms with suppliers to obtain optimal purchase orders and/or contracts for key commodities as required by the organization in a timely manner.  Ensures continuous improvement in cost, service, quality and working capital by partnering with key suppliers, and internal functional groups.  Drive cost reduction measures and seek creative solutions in achieving organizational profitability within the supply chain and materials management function.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES and/or RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Manages the acquisition of raw materials, equipment, supplies and services required by the company to conduct business, in the most cost effective and efficient manner possible, assuring on time availability of quality materials and services.  Utilizes Material Planning requests to support Purchase Order quantities and receipts.
• Ensures completion of all aspects of Purchasing process, from order placement to receipt and quality release of materials. Facilitates resolution of issues encountered during these process in a timely and cost-effective manner.
• Analyzes pricing components and seeks creative solutions to achieve cost reduction measures with suppliers and vendors.
• Facilitates supplier management for commodities and reviews, monitors and controls cost aspects of materials under area of responsibility.  Negotiates favorable prices and terms with suppliers with the objective of obtaining the most cost-effective purchase terms and conditions.
• Completes monthly and semi-annual department KPI reports.
• Resolves issues concerning price, terms or delivery dates while maintaining a good seller/buyer relationship.
• Qualifies suppliers and materials in accordance with Procurement, Hydranautics, and Nitto policies and procedures working with internal resources and stakeholders. Reviews quotes and proposals from suppliers, selects a supplier according to company established criteria; and seeks consultation from internal groups to resolve any questions regarding environmental safety and product-specific criteria.
• Manages the timely resolution of any supplier problems or product defects with regards to purchased goods with Supplier Quality Engineer, Quality Department, and Suppliers.  Resolves aspects of NCMRs (non-conforming materials report) and SCAR (supplier corrective action request) to achieve appropriate supplier actions and accountability.
• Analyzes and interprets market and delivery conditions to determine present and future material availability; prepares analyses and related reports. Provides alternate materials and supplier opportunities to the organization Process Engineering and Quality teams to facilitate risk mitigation in the supply base.
• Participates as member of Business Continuity Plan for critical Materials.
• Maintains accurate data within the ERP database, including lead times and economic order quantities.
• Partners with planning, manufacturing, engineering, and product development for opportunities related to supply and quality of materials.
• Partners with Human Resources Department in the facilitation of recruiting, interviewing, selecting, transferring, promoting, conflict resolution, performance evaluations and disciplinary actions.
• Complies with all Hydranautics and Nitto Compliance and Safety policies.
• Other duties as assigned.

SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITES:

• Sr. Buyer
• Buyer
• Attends meetings and does other assigned tasks for Director as needed.

MINIMUM EDUCATION and/or EXPERIENCE: 

• Bachelor’s degree in supply chain Mgmt., Business Administration, Finance, or related field or equivalent combination of education and experience.
• [7+] years of progressive procurement or strategic sourcing experience, preferably in [manufacturing / industry].
• [3+] years leading or supervising a procurement team.

The following are desirable:

• Master's degree or MBA.
• Professional certification such as CPSM (ISM), CSCP or CPIM (ASCM), or equivalent.
• Experience with global sourcing, import/export requirements, and Incoterms.

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS and/or ABILITIES:

• Strong negotiation skills and working knowledge of contract terms and commercial law basics.
• Proficiency in an ERP purchasing module ([SAP / Oracle / JDE]) and advanced Excel skills.
• Ability to analyze spend, total cost of ownership, and supplier financial and operational risk.
• Knowledge of supplier quality systems and standards relevant to the business (e.g., ISO 9001).
• Clear written and verbal communication with suppliers, peers, and executives.
• Sound judgment, high ethical standards, and discretion with confidential information.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities and deadlines in a fast-changing supply environment.
• Supervisory/Manager experience.  Ability to influence peers, staff and senior management with data interpretation, presentation skills and other means of communication.
• Intermediate to advanced understanding of planning processes used in manufacturing environments.
• Basic working knowledge of Project Management using MS Project software.
• Strong organizational skills with attention to detail, high-level of accuracy and strong follow-through.
• Basic understanding of Total Quality Management and Lean Manufacturing concepts and approaches.

The following are preferred:

CERTIFICATES and/or LICENSES:

• Certified Professional in Supply Management (CPSM)
• Certified in Production and Inventory Management (CPIM)
• Certified Supply Chain Professional (CSCP)

PHYSICAL DEMANDS and/or WORK ENVIRONMENT: (Typical physical demands and the work environment characteristics an employee must meet and encounter while performing the essential functions of the job. Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.)

• Works in a typical office environment with prolonged periods in front a computer entering or researching data.  
• Must be able to work flexibly per the demands of the business, including extended hours as required.
• Travel of up to [10–20]% to supplier sites, other company locations, and trade events, including occasional international travel.

The above statements are intended to describe, in broad terms, the general functions and responsibility levels and characteristics of positions assigned to this classification. They should not be viewed as an all-inclusive list of duties and responsibilities.  Management has the right to change duties at any time to meet business needs. 

Salary $110,000-$120,000

Hydranautics offers a competitive compensation and benefits package.  We believe diversity is key to our competitive advantage and value the diversity among our employees. We are proud to be an EEO employer.