Mgr Plant Purchasing

SunCoke Energy; Oakland (OH); On-site; USD 88,000 - 132,000; Full time

Job summary

SunCoke Energy in Ohio seeks a seasoned procurement leader to oversee operations for two Coke manufacturing sites, with the primary office in Middletown. The role requires directing purchasing opportunities, vendor selection, and contract awards, while supporting ERP integrity within Oracle.

The candidate will drive cost reductions, coordinate bids, and ensure compliance with procurement policies. Travel (20–25%) is expected to support site needs and supplier relations.

Qualifications

• Experience leading procurement for multiple sites, coordinating with vendors and internal customers.
• Strong vendor negotiation skills and ability to drive cost reductions.
• Familiarity with ERP systems, preferably Oracle, and process improvement initiatives.
• Willingness to travel 20–25% to support two Coke manufacturing sites.

Responsibilities

• Oversee procurement operations for SunCoke site(s) in Ohio, with primary office in Middletown.
• Coordinate, direct, and monitor purchasing opportunities; research and select reliable vendors.
• Award contracts and issue purchase orders after approvals.
• Support ERP system testing quarterly to ensure updates do not disrupt Oracle modules.
• Develop and monitor bids, purchase orders, and related procedures.

Skills

Procurement

Vendor management

Cost savings

Negotiation

Tools

Oracle ERP

Job description

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

• Oversees all procurement operations for the assigned SunCoke site(s); this position will be supporting two Coke Manufacturing sites located in Ohio. Primary office will be in Middletown, OH.
• Travel will range from 20 to 25%
• Coordinate, direct, and monitor purchasing opportunities. Research and select reliable vendors to provide quality goods/services at the best cost.
• Compares prices, specifications, delivery dates and quality expectations (include others as needed). Once recommendations have been identified and approved; awards contract and/or purchase orders to vendor(s).
• Support the Testing of ERP system on a quarterly basis to ensure system updates do not negatively impact the procurement module in Oracle.
• Assist overall business in developing, monitoring, and instituting programs and procedures for bids, purchase orders, etc
• Own the Supplier Defect process in order to reach resolution between SunCoke and supplier of having controls in place that will eliminate / reduce issues of supply /service to SunCoke.
• Provides support on Corporate Procurement Strategic initiatives and participate as an extended team member on Strategic Sourcing projects.
• Monitor cost-effectiveness by reviewing transactions for correct pricing, adherence to agreement terms, and regulation of supplier performance.
• Drives the identification and implementation of cost reduction opportunities.
• Procure proper quantity of material and equipment to be delivered to respective departments in time required (primary IHO office and construction support).
• Interact with vendors/suppliers to get quality material and competitive prices in a timely manner. Confers with suppliers concerning any late deliveries.
• Interact with Department Managers to discuss and understand their needs - verifies nomenclature and specifications of purchase requests.
• Completed the procurement process from requisition to acknowledgement from supplier(s); reviews all information for accuracy.
• Compiles records of items purchased or transferred between departments, prices, deliveries, and inventories.
• Review orders over sixty (60) days old and expedite delivery within budget constraints.
• Collaborates between Accounting and the vendor to resolve billing discrepancies; insures the vendor understands the "pay only the purchase order price" policy.
• Works with the Procurement Department to develop reports and analyse the spends to determine where potential savings can be targeted, we insure our prices do not experience "price creep", overall vendor spend, etc.
• Continually measure, monitor, and analyze supplier quality, delivery, and service performance. Coordinates corrective action as required. Manages the Supply Rating Program.
• May include covering another Coke plant (temporary basis) for individuals that go on PTO or due to business need.

Salary Range $88,000 - $132,000

In addition to competitive pay, we offer a comprehensive benefits package for employees and their families. This includes health care coverage (medical, dental, and vision), a 401(k)-retirement plan, life and disability insurance, paid time off, and paid company holidays.

• health care coverage (medical, dental, and vision)
• a 401(k)-retirement plan
• life and disability insurance
• paid time off
• paid company holidays

We also provide a variety of supplemental programs designed to support overall wellbeing and everyday needs, such as optional life insurance for eligible family members, supplemental disability coverage, legal services, identity protection, critical illness, hospital and accident insurance, tuition reimbursement, chronic condition support programs, a 24/7 employee assistance program, and telemedicine services.

• optional life insurance for eligible family members
• supplemental disability coverage
• legal services
• identity protection
• critical illness
• hospital and accident insurance
• tuition reimbursement
• chronic condition support programs
• a 24/7 employee assistance program
• telemedicine services

This document in no way states nor implies that these are the only responsibilities of, and the duties to be performed by, the employee occupying this position.

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