MANAGER of PROCUREMENT
Job Description
GNR has been retained by a 50 yr old parts distribution organization in need of an “On-site” PROCUREMENT MANAGER for their Los Angeles division.
This aggressively growing organization provides Raw Materials, Electronics, Chemicals & Hardware parts to a variety of industries across the globe: CNC Machining, OEM’s, Commercial Aviation, Aerospace, Defense / Military customers and more!
We're looking for an ambitious PROCUREMENT MANAGER that can:
- Reporting to the VP Operations, you would lead, grow and mentor a small team of buyers for this site
- Analyze all Procurement & Buying data to optimize output, margins and growth
- Build out inventory / stock-on-hand & update all processes and procedures
- Forecast demand planning and procurement strategies to ensure all materials are available to complete customer orders
- Evaluate and manage 500+ supplier relationships, negotiate contracts, analyze & develop cost cutting strategies
EXPERIENCE REQUIRED:
- "HANDS-ON" experience managing PROCUREMENT efforts for 1000’s of SKU’s: Raw Materials, Electronics, Chemicals & Hardware parts
- Strong Excel experience: able to create formulas and pivot tables to accurately analyze data & calculate growth margins
- Able to manage 500+ suppliers, supplier selection strategies and contract negotiations
- Strong leadership and team building / mentoring experience
- 10% travel to supplier sites, as needed
- US CITIZENSHIP required
OFFERING: Base Salary + 20% Bonus + Relocation assistance (NO REMOTE / HYBRID option)
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