Strategic Procurement Leader for Lean Plant Ops

Wabtec; Greenville (SC); Presencial; USD 79.000 - 113.000; Jornada completa

Ventajas ofrecidas por este puesto de trabajo

Annual bonus

Health benefits

Retirement plan

Descripción de la vacante

Wabtec is seeking a strong procurement leader to drive sourcing strategies and coordinate with Production, Project, and Sales teams. You will optimize material plans, lead supplier relationships, and manage costs while ensuring on-time delivery and quality.

The role requires 5+ years in procurement with MRP knowledge, plus experience with ERP systems and Lean/Six Sigma principles. A dynamic, detail-oriented leader will thrive in our fast-paced environment.

Formación

• Education: High School graduate with 5+ years of related experience; associate or bachelor’s in business administration or supply chain preferred.
• Experience: Minimum of 5 years with knowledge of MRP process.
• Skills: Proven management abilities across procurement and purchasing, able to engage with all levels of management.
• Leadership: Experience leading teams, managing suppliers, and collaborating with multiple functions.

Responsabilidades

• Support Production, Project and Sales teams to ensure supplier deliveries meet material requirements and schedules.
• Collaborate with planning teams to convert forecasts into actionable production and material plans.
• Establish MoQ and safety stock; manage lead times and adapt to market demands.
• Coordinate inbound supplier deliveries aligned with customer and project requirements.
• Manage material costs through strategic procurement and supplier management.
• Meet customer schedules with advanced planning and expedite shipments when needed.
• Own and optimize procurement processes to ensure on-time delivery and negotiated pricing.
• Lead and mentor a team of salaried and hourly employees, driving continuous improvement.

Conocimientos

Procurement management

MRP process

Cross-functional collaboration

MS Office

Oracle ERP

Educación

High School diploma

Associate or Bachelor's in business administration or supply chain

APICS CPIM

ISM CPSM

Herramientas

Oracle ERP

MS Office

Descripción del empleo

Wabtec is seeking a strong procurement leader to drive sourcing strategies and coordinate with Production, Project, and Sales teams. You will optimize material plans, lead supplier relationships, and manage costs while ensuring on-time delivery and quality.

The role requires 5+ years in procurement with MRP knowledge, plus experience with ERP systems and Lean/Six Sigma principles. A dynamic, detail-oriented leader will thrive in our fast-paced environment.