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Planning & Procurement Lead

PowerTest
Sussex, WI Full Time
POSTED ON 1/20/2025
AVAILABLE BEFORE 4/8/2025

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If you're looking for a company that offers both job stability and the opportunity for personal and professional growth, Power Test is the place for you.

Why Power Test?

Financial Stability : Over 90 years in business, our sustained growth is a testament to our prudent financial management and our ability to adapt to changing market dynamics.

Career Advancement : Many of our team members have enjoyed long and fulfilling careers with us, with opportunities for advancement.

Industry Leader : Join a company that is recognized as an industry leader and pioneer.

Community Involvement : Share time, talent, and treasure in the community through group projects, eight hours paid charity time off, donation drives, and employee donation match.

Summary :

The Planning and Procurement leader is responsible for leading and managing the planning and procurement functions to ensure optimal inventory levels, timely acquisition of materials, and efficient production scheduling. This role involves collaborating with cross-functional teams, negotiating with suppliers, and driving cost-effective purchasing strategies while maintaining high standards for quality and delivery. The ideal candidate will have strong analytical, leadership, and negotiation skills, with the ability to optimize the supply chain to meet business goals.

Leadership Responsibilities :

Lead, mentor, and develop a team to ensure high levels of performance, safety, and professionalism.

Conduct timely and constructive performance reviews, skills development / training, and planning.

Develop personnel, setting biannual goals that align with the company’s strategy and objectives.

Discipline and terminate employees as needed and in accordance with company policy.

Key Responsibilities :

Production Planning & Inventory Control :

  • Lead the planning and scheduling of production based on customer demand, production capacity, and inventory levels.
  • Manage SIOP process, including cross-team collaboration to level-load demand and supply while still ensuring commitments to our customers.
  • Ensure inventory levels are optimized to avoid shortages or overstock situations.
  • Collaborate cross-functionally to ensure a smooth and timely flow of goods.

Supplier / Category Management :

  • Promote and advise in the development, implementation and execution of holistic strategies for material categories.
  • Identify and qualify new suppliers to diversify the supply base and reduce risk.
  • Develop / manage supplier scorecards / audits and conduct performance reviews, including both qualitative and quantitative feedback.
  • Develop contingency plans to mitigate supply chain disruptions.
  • Procurement Management :

  • Develop and implement effective procurement strategies that ensure the timely purchase of materials, goods, and services.
  • Build and maintain strong relationships with suppliers, negotiating best pricing, terms, and conditions.
  • Monitor supplier performance to ensure compliance with contracts, quality standards, and delivery timeline
  • Cost Management & Budgeting :

  • Drive cost-saving initiatives through supplier negotiations, process improvements, and supply chain optimization.
  • Understand and determine the total cost of ownership and rationalize alternatives for cost savings.
  • Drive make / buy decisions working with Operations and Engineering.
  • Evaluate external influences and macroeconomic changes (e.g. tariffs) to minimize risk and total cost of ownership.
  • Data Analysis & Reporting :

  • Analyze procurement data to provide insights and recommend process improvements.
  • Track and report on key supply chain metrics, including supplier on-time delivery, supplier defects, Purchase Price Variance, lead times, and cost variances.
  • Prepare and present reports for senior management, outlining purchasing performance and supplier quality metrics.
  • Capabilities & Competencies :

  • Upholds Power Test Values
  • Leadership :

  • Demonstrate the ability to see and understand the strengths and limitations of individuals, situations, and organization. Make a balanced assessment of people and situations to ensure that the right people are in place to produce and address future needs.
  • Fosters long term development of their own and each member of their team’s competencies.
  • Casts a clear and inspiring vision and leads groups of people to work effectively toward common goals.
  • Focus on Customer :

  • Desires to help or serve internal and external customers to meet their needs.
  • Working Across Boundaries :

  • Demonstrates the ability to work freely across the organization, breaking down organizational barriers by actively seeking and valuing different individual perspectives.
  • Actively supports and enacts team, cross-team, and organizational decisions, setting aside concerns about control or credit. Acts in the interest of what is best for the enterprise.
  • Performance Accountability :

  • Holds self and others accountable for the team’s performance.
  • Sets a high standard of performance with clear expectations, monitoring work and output, while ensuring expectations are met.
  • Education and Experience Requirements :

  • Bachelor’s degree in Supply Chain Management, Business Administration, or a related field, or equivalent experience.
  • Minimum of 5 years of experience in procurement, supply chain management, or production planning.
  • Knowledge, Skills & Abilities (KSAs) :

    Able to carry out complex assignments and projects with a high degree of creativity and minimal supervision.

    Proven experience leading and managing a team.

    Strong negotiation and supplier management skills.

    Proficiency in ERP systems and supply chain management software

    Excellent analytical, problem-solving, and decision-making skills.

    Strong communication and interpersonal skills.

    Demonstrated capability to successfully lead large and small projects.

    Demonstrated project management knowledge tools and skills to lead cross-functional project teams.

    Ability to work in a fast-paced, dynamic environment with attention to detail and a focus on results.

    Preferred Knowledge, Skills & Abilities (KSAs) :

  • APICS or CPM certification.
  • Experience in a manufacturing or production environment.
  • Knowledge of lean manufacturing and continuous improvement methodologies.
  • Total Reward Offerings :

  • Competitive salary and performance-based bonuses.
  • Comprehensive health, dental, and vision insurance.
  • Retirement savings plan with company match.
  • Paid time off and holidays.
  • Professional development and training opportunities.
  • Company Overview :

    At Power Test, LLC we take pride in our unwavering commitment to excellence and our track record of sustained financial growth. As an industry leader in the design, manufacture, and sale of dynamometers, heavy equipment testing systems and related data acquisition and control systems, we've not only weathered economic storms but have consistently thrived, providing our employees with job stability and a platform for career growth.

    EEO STATEMENT We are an equal employment opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or status as a protected veteran.

    You should be proficient in :

  • Leadership / People Management
  • Supplier Management
  • Sourcing and Procurement Experience
  • Supplier Negotiation Experience
  • Experience in a Manufacturing Environment
  • Machines & technologies you'll use :

  • ERP Software
  • ID : 8SR6Ct

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