What are the responsibilities and job description for the General Manager Of Purchasing position at Actalent?
Description
Key Responsibilities:
o Strategic Sourcing: Identify potential suppliers, evaluate their capabilities, and negotiate favorable pricing and terms for goods and services.
o Contract Management: Draft and manage contracts with suppliers and customers, ensuring compliance with all terms and conditions.
o Outsourcing Company Management: Build and maintain positive relationships with key decision-makers at suppliers and outsourcing partners to ensure reliable delivery and consistent quality.
o Cost Optimization: Analyze market trends and negotiate cost reductions with suppliers to achieve cost savings. Drive strong negotiations with OEM partners to maintain profit margins and expand business.
o Strategic Sales & Marketing: Analyze market trends and customer's demands, planning strategic sales plan to satisfy customers & expand business.
o Revenue Growth: Achieve sales revenue targets and drive profitability. Increasing sales in current business while capturing new business opportunities.
o Team Leadership: Lead and supervise a team of Sales and Purchasing agents, assigning tasks, providing coaching, and ensuring professional development.
Skills
Operations management, purchasing experience, cost reduction, supply chain management, procurement software, erp system, Purchasing, Procurement, Erp, Supply chain
Top Skills Details
Operations management, purchasing experience, cost reduction, supply chain management, procurement software, erp system, Purchasing, Procurement, Erp, Supply chain
Additional Skills & Qualifications
Required Skills:
o Strong negotiation and analytical skills.
o Excellent communication and interpersonal skills to foster relationship building.
o Understanding of supply chain management principles and automobile business customs.
o Proficiency in procurement software and ERP systems.
o Market awareness and in-depth knowledge of industry trends.
o Financial acumen with the ability to analyze cost data.
o Leadership and team management capabilities
Experience Level
Expert Level
Pay and Benefits
The pay range for this position is $100000.00 - $125000.00/yr.
Hiring managers have made it clear that DNUS has an exceptional benefits package that the individual accepting this role will have access to.
Workplace Type
This is a fully onsite position in Madison,AL.
Application Deadline
This position is anticipated to close on Apr 10, 2025.
About Actalent
Actalent is a global leader in engineering and sciences services and talent solutions. We help visionary companies advance their engineering and science initiatives through access to specialized experts who drive scale, innovation and speed to market. With a network of almost 30,000 consultants and more than 4,500 clients across the U.S., Canada, Asia and Europe, Actalent serves many of the Fortune 500.
Diversity, Equity & Inclusion
At Actalent, diversity and inclusion are a bridge towards the equity and success of our people. DE&I are embedded into our culture through:
- Hiring diverse talent
- Maintaining an inclusive environment through persistent self-reflection
- Building a culture of care, engagement, and recognition with clear outcomes
- Ensuring growth opportunities for our people
The company is an equal opportunity employer and will consider all applications without regard to race, sex, age, color, religion, national origin, veteran status, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information or any characteristic protected by law.
If you would like to request a reasonable accommodation, such as the modification or adjustment of the job application process or interviewing process due to a disability, please email actalentaccommodation@actalentservices.com for other accommodation options.
Salary : $100,000 - $125,000
