What are the responsibilities and job description for the Procurement Engineer position at Great Plains Manufacturing Incorporated?
Procurement Engineer
Salina, KS
Great Plains Manufacturing is seeking a dynamic Procurement Engineer to join our Purchasing team.
This is an on-site position that works M-Th from 7 : 00 a.m. to 5 : 00 p.m. and Friday 7 : 00 a.m. to 11 : 00 a.m. in Salina, KS. Occasional travel may be required.
Primary Duties and Responsibilities :
- Lead sourcing projects and participate in cross-functional teams to support projects for Product Development and Project Management.
- Strategically manage suppliers to meet objectives related to quality, delivery performance, and cost
- Understand cost drivers and develop cost models based on material content, order quantities, tooling, and other factors affecting total cost of ownership. Evaluate specific projects and rate overall supply base using TCO approach.
- Create supplier performance improvement plans to drive higher performance.
- Lead cost reduction initiatives.
- Assist in the development and implementation of procurement plans, policies and procedures
- Negotiate and assist in the implementation of supply contracts for all critical suppliers that define quality, delivery, and cost and business continuity. Provide economic analysis to support implementation.
- Improve supplier capabilities and capacities
- Travel to meet with vendors and suppliers.
- Identify cost savings opportunities through process improvement / design change ideas
- Other duties may be assigned that require other qualifications, physical demands, and / or work environment.
Preferred Skills and Qualifications :
At Great Plains Manufacturing, our people make the difference, making our company a great place to work and grow. If you are self-motivated, have a passion to succeed and value teamwork, we invite you to apply to join our team. For over 45 years, Great Plains Mfg, has been known as a world-class manufacturer of farm and landscaping equipment in Central Kansas. Now a Kubota company, we have recently added a new construction equipment division. With over 2,300 dedicated employees, Great Plains Manufacturing continues its dedication toward innovation and professional growth, while maintaining our family culture and community values. Grow with us! Visit our Careers page at www.WorkForGPM.com.
