Manager of Procurement - Box Parts

Les Schwab Tire Centers; Bend (OR); Hybrid; USD 100,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading retail company in Bend, Oregon, is seeking a Manager of Procurement to lead sourcing strategies and supplier engagements. The ideal candidate has over 10 years of experience in procurement within the automotive industry. Responsibilities include managing supplier relationships and guiding the procurement team. This role offers a profit-sharing bonus and remote work options.

Benefits

Profit-sharing bonus

Health benefits

Retirement plan

Paid time off

Tuition assistance

Employee discounts

Qualifications

• 10+ years experience in procurement, sourcing, and negotiations, preferably in retail tire and automotive industry.
• Strong computer skills in Microsoft Office and Google Suite.

Responsibilities

• Build and manage strategic partnerships with suppliers.
• Manage the Supplier Scorecard and monitor supplier performance.
• Guide and inspire the procurement team to foster growth.

Skills

Supplier relationship management

Negotiation skills

Leadership

Sourcing strategy

Contract management

Education

Bachelor's Degree in relevant field

MBA preferred

CPPM certification preferred

Tools

Microsoft Office

Google Suite

APICS certification preferred

Job description

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This position reports to the Director of Parts, Services and Pricing Operations and is responsible for leading strategic and operational plans, managing execution, measuring results, and holding partners accountable. The role involves establishing measurable goals, aligning stakeholders, and managing business processes to support company objectives.

Primary Responsibilities:

• Supplier Engagement/Relationship: Build and manage strategic partnerships, report issues, develop engagement cadence, and negotiate resolutions.
• Supplier Metrics: Manage the Supplier Scorecard, monitor performance, and leverage metrics for negotiations and strategic decisions.
• Leadership: Guide and inspire the procurement team, manage staffing, and foster growth opportunities.
• Sourcing Strategy: Evaluate sourcing options, conduct supplier evaluations, and develop risk mitigation strategies.
• Contractual Agreements: Negotiate and manage vendor contracts to secure favorable terms.
• Other: Optimize workflows, implement new software, and lead various projects.

Minimum Requirements:

• Bachelor’s Degree in relevant field; MBA preferred. CPPM certification preferred.
• 10+ years experience in procurement, sourcing, and negotiations, preferably in retail tire and automotive industry.
• Strong computer skills, especially in Microsoft Office and Google Suite. APICS certification preferred.

Physical and Work Environment:

Sedentary position, with occasional lifting up to 100lbs, and travel to suppliers. Work is primarily office-based with some remote work options.

Benefits:

• Profit-sharing bonus, health benefits, retirement plan, paid time off, remote work options, tuition assistance, employee discounts.

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