Associate Manager, Purchasing

Associate Manager, Purchasing at Menasha Packaging Associate Manager, Purchasing at Menasha Packaging in neenah, Wisconsin Posted in 19 days ago.

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Essential Job Functions The following duties are normal for this position. The incumbent may perform some or all of these duties however; it is not an exclusive or all-inclusive list. Other duties may be assigned. Supports the execution of procurement strategies to assure company objectives in the areas of cost, profitability, productivity, quality, customer service, and sustainability Manages strategic and tactical execution of procurement activities of assigned location(s) Authorizes purchase order creation up to $100,000 Ensures team compliance to Menasha's purchasing policies and procedures Implements and ensures team compliance with national supplier agreements Ensures team compliance to Menasha's Supplier Code of Conduct and Risk Management supplier insurance requirements Collaborates with internal stakeholders to set cost savings and continuous improvement initiatives to drive operational excellence Engages key stakeholders to develop and negotiate tactical procurement activities to deliver on cost savings initiatives Maintains supplier partnerships, leads regional/national supplier management and evaluation processes Executes regional RFPs (Request for Proposal) Executes annual assigned scorecard initiatives and analyzes performance through forecasting and/or other company reports Provides guidance on staffing, training, employee relations and performance management to develop and enhance the Procurement function, working closely with direct reports Interacts with key stakeholders to introduce new products or manufacturing techniques and make strategic recommendations Maintains industry, professional and technical knowledge by networking, attending industry events, and reviewing professional publications Education & Experience Bachelor's degree required Minimum of 3 years of relevant experience required Knowledge, Skills & Abilities Knowledge of the major responsibilities, accountabilities, and organization of the functions responsible for procurement of materials, components, equipment and services Knowledge of practices and procedures for procurement of materials, components, equipment and services Knowledge of methods, tools and documentation of evaluating, selecting and certifying suppliers and partners Knowledge of process and practices for managing a variety of contractual agreements Knowledge of the contractual and legal matters related to expenditures (consulting services, maintenance, agreements, hardware and software acquisitions, outsourcing, etc.) Knowledge of tools, processes and practices for purchasing goods and services via electronic links to suppliers and partners Physical Requirements & Work Environment Primarily works in an office environment Occasional travel required Occasional lifting up to 25 lbs. #MPC #LI-HM1