What are the responsibilities and job description for the Procurement Strategist position at BSC Industries?
About BSC Industries
We are a leading industrial distribution company committed to delivering exceptional products and solutions to our customers. Our goal is to enhance profitability and customer satisfaction through optimized procurement processes, vendor relationships, and inventory management practices.
About the Position
As a Purchasing Manager at BSC Industries, you will play a key role in managing vendor relations and procurement strategies to support our growth and operational goals. This position involves strategic purchasing, cost optimization, and inventory management to ensure timely material acquisition, cost savings, and superior service for our customers.
- Develop and implement effective procurement strategies to achieve business objectives
- Lead purchasing team and oversee company-wide purchasing practices
- Establish and maintain guidelines and approval processes for purchases
- Monitor vendor pricing trends and sales activities to determine optimal purchasing opportunities
- Centralize purchasing as appropriate
- Identify, track and report out cost savings and rebate initiatives including commentary to senior leadership
- Ensure all procurement activities comply with company policies, legal regulations, and ethical standards
- Manage requests for quality documentation and supplier questionnaire forms
- Develop KPIs and scorecards to monitor purchasing and vendor performance
Work Environment
The successful candidate will work closely with the Supply Chain Manager to establish and maintain strong, mutually beneficial relationships with vendors. They will coordinate vendor activities, including negotiations, on-site meetings, training sessions, and lead generation initiatives. A bachelor's degree in Supply Chain Management, Business Administration, or a related field is required. Proficiency in ERP systems like Profit 21 (P21), SAP, or Oracle is also necessary.
