What are the responsibilities and job description for the Purchasing Manager position at Les Schwab Warehouse Center, LLC?
Job Description:
POSITION SUMMARY:
The Purchasing Manager will be responsible for leading the development, implementation and management of complex strategies to provide LS with optimal supply assurance, acquisition cost, flexibility, quality and delivery performance. Works toward good supplier relationships and total costs of ownership to achieve maximum advantage for LS and our customers. Consults with Product Strategy, managers and senior managers to determine goods and service needs and priorities.
PRIMARY RESPONSIBILITIES:
30% - Supplier Engagement and Relationship
Supplier relationship management and negotiation with larger strategic suppliers at the supplier account manager and director level
Lead, organize, and manage supplier business meetings on a regular cadence, including the creation of business review presentations and management of engagements to drive and strengthen business relationships
Key business liaison between LS and any supplier to shepherd resolution of all applicable situations while maintaining strong business relationships. corresponds with vendors concerning a range of issues including but not limited to price changes, sourcing changes, quality, contract changes, etc
Maintains and reports on ongoing and open items both externally with suppliers and internally with the Manager of Procurement
30% - Supplier Metrics
Report on, ensures, and improves measurable performance metrics for all levels of supplier management activities (cost, quality, delivery, etc.)
Communicates and addresses shortfalls in supplier performance
Escalates both internally and externally any supply related issue including mitigation proposals to ensure optimal supply chain performance
10% - Leadership
Provide guidance and coaching to purchasing specialists. Provide training, support, and guidance to other team members on a day to day basis
Field any supplier-specific inquiries from other internal departments including but not limited to legal, accounting, store sales support, inventory planning
10% - Sourcing Strategy
Evaluate sourcing strategies with product managers and partner with department leadership to ultimately executes the supplier strategy and vision
Support the request for proposal process of private label product with strategic and suppliers under consideration
Collaborate with Product Strategy team regarding supply base consolidation and supply risk mitigation opportunities and execute as appropriate
Evaluate cost implications of changes in sourcing strategy and acquisition costs to develop business cases for recommendations
ERP (Oracle): Manager has sole responsibility to shepard the new supplier onboarding process by obtaining all necessary documentation from new suppliers. This includes supplier contact names and contact information, payment terms, Tax ID #, W-9 forms, and billing address information in order to set up new LS suppliers in Oracle and Netsuite
10% - Contractual Agreements
Coordinate the initialization and/or the review of Dealer Agreements and private label manufacturing agreements with the manager of procurement, internal legal department, and suppliers
Coordinate the review and final execution process both internally and externally according to the project timeline
10% - Other
Administrative Support of New product add forms
Participates in department improvement activities such as educational sessions, technology/systems improvement projects, Company or Department initiatives, and related inter-department work
Various projects as assigned by the Manager of Procurement
MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS:
Educational/Experience Requirements:
Bachelor's Degree in Supply Chain/Operations Management, Business Administration, Finance, International Studies, or Engineering preferred. APICS certification preferred
3 - 5 years progressive experience in Purchasing, Sourcing, and/or Retail sales business management
Automotive and/or Tire industry experience preferred
Required Technical Skills/Knowledge:
Strong computer skills with experience using Microsoft Windows and Google suite
Expert Microsoft Excel and/or Google Sheets skills
Demonstrated skills in supplier operations and relationship management
APICS certification preferred
General Knowledge and Abilities:
Adaptability: Must possess the time management and organizational skills necessary to work quickly and effectively under pressure with the flexibility to perform in an ever-changing work environment, concentrating on several areas of work at one time.
Analytical Skills: Strong analytical and decision-making skills with proven ability to execute high complexity and diversity of work assignments.
Communication: Ability to communicate technical and non-technical information clearly and professionally (both verbally and in writing) while ensuring that the quality and content of the message are relevant to the circumstances; the ability to draft, proofread, and send written communications effectively; the ability and willingness to carefully listen to others by asking appropriate questions, avoiding interruptions, and the leadership to collaborate internally, cross-functionally, and across management levels in formal and informal settings.
Initiative: Ability to execute technical solutions without close supervision
Organization/Project Management: Ability to organize, manage time effectively, including planning and facilitating team meetings and execute and lead teams using best practice Project Management methodologies. Possess the ability to gather, analyze, and interpret information and effectively resolve a range of complex challenges associated with strategic procurement.
Problem Solving: Demonstrates an understanding of the priorities, goals, and objectives of projects.
Teamwork: Ability to establish and maintain cooperative working relationships with business users and team members. Must work effectively independently, & as a member of a team.
Leadership: Ability to make decisions independently, lead or participate in the group decision-making process. Demonstrates effective team leadership by fostering a work environment that embraces diversity, ensures cooperation, and promotes respect for all team members.
Physical Requirements: Sedentary position; frequently required to sit, occasionally required to stand, walk, stop, kneel, and bend. Will require lifting of Commercial products up to 100lbs. Requires the ability to communicate verbally and exchange information over the phone, by video, and in person.
Work Environment: 3 of 5 business workdays in office (required), 2 of 5 business days work from home (optional). Occasional travel to suppliers.
BENEFITS:
Annual profit-sharing bonus
Medical, dental, vision, and life insurance
Company-funded retirement plan - no cost to employee
Paid holidays
Paid time off
Hybrid arrangements available (work 1-2 days/week from home)
Tuition Assistance
Employee discount
Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions/primary responsibilities. This job description is not all inclusive and is subject to change. Additional duties, responsibilities, and tasks may be assigned, as necessary. Employment remains “AT WILL” at all times.