Acting Procurement Manager

HIS COMPANY INC; Corona (CA); On-site; USD 90,000 - 140,000; Full time

Job summary

HIS COMPANY INC. seeks an Acting Procurement Manager to lead sourcing capabilities and the regional procurement team. You will strategize, negotiate with suppliers, and drive cost-effective deals while mitigating risks across commodities and products.

You will mentor Buyers, manage inventory levels, and support supply chain initiatives with a data-driven, collaborative approach. Travel up to 20% may be required.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED required.
• Bachelor’s Degree in Business preferred.
• 4+ years’ experience in Procurement/Supply Chain.
• Must be authorized to work in the US without sponsorship.

Responsibilities

• Supervise day-to-day activities for the procurement team.
• Ordering control and methods for the region.
• Inventory methods and surplus levels of the region.
• Mentor Buyers and Procurement Support Staff on best practices.
• Buy and manage inventory levels for their region(s).
• Support Key Initiatives of Supply Chain.
• Mitigate current and future risks associated with commodities and products.
• Ensure suppliers understand the business needs and initiatives.

Skills

Microsoft Excel

Microsoft Word

Microsoft PowerPoint

Microsoft Outlook

Project Management

Analytical capacity

Detail oriented

Autonomy

Team collaboration

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Bachelor’s Degree in Business

Tools

Infor/SX System

Job description

Summary/Purpose of the Position:The Acting Procurement Manager manages the Company’s sourcing capabilities and supply chain. This role is responsible for strategizing and negotiating with suppliers and vendors to acquire the most cost-effective deals and to reduce procurement expense.Essential Duties, Functions and/or Responsibilities:Supervise the day-to-day activities for the procurement teamOrdering control and methods for the regionInventory methods and surplus levels of the regionMentor Buyers and Procurement Support Staff on best practicesBuy and manage inventory levels for their region(s)Support Key Initiatives of Supply ChainMitigate current and future risks associated with commodities and productsEnsure suppliers understand the business needs and initiativesSupport the Strategic Relationship Management PlanInventory turn goalsSurplus GoalsDocumented Cost SavingsPurchase Order StatusProjects/InitiativesMarketplace TrendsPerform reviews as required by company policyEnsure timely and accurate database information to enable the processing or purchase orders, inventory variables (i.e. lead-times) and invoices/costingManage transaction discrepancies in a timely mannerSupport supplier quality management (as needed)Indirectly responsible for product qualityOther duties as assignedEducation and/or Work Experience Requirements:High School Diploma or GED requiredBachelor’s Degree in Business preferred4+ years’ experience in Procurement/Supply ChainProfessional, self-starter with a positive attitude, and well-rounded procurement experience including the delivery of financial resultsGood understanding and proven ability to deliver resultsA “Can-Do”- service oriented attitudeProficient Skills in Microsoft Excel, Word, PowerPoint & OutlookDetail oriented with analytical capacityProject Management skillsAbility to cooperate in a Team AtmosphereAbility to work autonomouslyKnowledge of Distribution and Channel Management preferredAbility to build and maintain complex spreadsheetsInfor/SX System Knowledge preferredWillingness and ability to travel up to 20% of the timePhysical Requirements:Ability to safely and successfully perform essential job functions in accordance with the ADA, FMLA, and other federal, state, and local standards, including meeting qualitative and/or quantitative productivity standards.Ability to maintain regular and timely attendance in accordance with the ADA, FMLA, and other federal, state, and local regulations.This position requires applicants to be authorized to work in the US without sponsorship; TestEquity does not sponsor applicants for work visas.TestEquity provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local laws.This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including recruiting, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation, and training.