Updated May 3,2008
NAPM-Southwest Forum
Employment Job Watch
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EMPLOYMENT JOB WATCH
5/02/08
From the Dallas Job Board
Senior Buyer- Facilities (Dallas, TX) –
You must have a High School Diploma, GED or equivalent education required. • Must be at least 18 years of age. • Must have authorization to work in the United States as defined by the Immigration Reform Act of 1986. • College degree required. • Minimum of three to five years experience required in positions with responsibilities of Facilities and constructions management procurement and finance or business. • Must have excellent judgment, communications, analytical, and problem-solving skills. • Must possess strong ethical standards and be capable of interacting with SWA Employees and management. • Ability to establish effective working relationships between Purchasing Teams, suppliers, and internal Customers. • Must demonstrate a desire to learn, willingness to do both menial tasks and take on more complex challenges. • Must be organized and detailed oriented with the ability to multi-task and meet deadlines. • Proficient in MS Word, Excel, and PowerPoint is required. • Preference will be given to those individuals with a proven ability to perform under pressure, handle multiple tasks simultaneously, prioritize numerous deadlines, work independently, be a Team player, and do whatever it takes to get the job done. • Preference will be given to those individuals who have attained certifications and/or memberships from organizations, such as Certified Purchasing Manager (CPM), Institute of Facility Management Association (IFMA), Certified Facility Manager (CFM), and/or Association for Facilities Engineering (AFE). • Ability to lift and carry 40 pounds. • Must be able to stand, sit, and bend for extended periods of time. • Ability to work overtime as required. • Travel required as specified by Leaders. • Must maintain a well-groomed appearance. The successful candidate will have a strong understanding of current best practices and strategies regarding operating processes, strategic sourcing practices, analytical methods, project management, leases, and contracts, including but not limited to, for the following: facilities construction and management, architectural and engineering services, materials, building maintenance and repair (including preventative maintenance programs) and services, and real estate. • Possesses strong analytical, organizational, communication, and project management skills. • Must be able to assist (with Senior Manager and Director) in educating the Customer in procurement strategies and the Company’s procurement methodology. • Must be able to understand and recognize the critical clauses and terms related to construction and facilities maintenance contracts. • Must be able to effectively communicate updates and issues to SWA Leadership and internal Customers both orally and in written forms. • Possesses People management and Leadership skills to be able to lead a project Team to ensure the appropriate level of understanding of a project, as well as assist with their daily responsibilities when guidance is needed. • Responsible for drafting/creating all sourcing/billing strategies which may include, but are not limited to: RFI, RFP, RFQ, etc. • Develop, negotiate, and hold supplier accountable to contractual performance metrics when applicable. • Identify, co-develop and implement a quality and Customer Service scorecard for internal and external use to evaluate performance. • When applicable, assists in the negotiation for Facilities services for the internal Customer group in support of current and new contracts. • Possesses experience and understands e-procurement as well as procurement functions including (ordering, receiving, returns, approval flows, purchase order status and invoice payments and matching processes. • Serve as business partner, guaranteeing excellent Customer Service to internal and external Customers. • Liaison between Purchasing and Legal departments, and on behalf of the internal Customer. • Responsible for the contract renewal, extension, modification process, as well as Leading Team members through these processes. • Understands, co-develops, implements and assist with compliance for all Service Level Agreements. • Demonstrates the highest level of ethics and integrity in all supplier transactions. • Identifies strategic suppliers and initiates relationships. • Proactively manages the growth of current and future vendors and suppliers. • Assures vendor compliance to all local, state and federal regulations. • Analyzes supply chain methods and identifies improvement opportunities. • Seek opportunities for supplier consolidation to leverage and manage spend. • Must be able to travel in relation to various projects/sourcing strategies. To be considered for this opportunity, apply online at http://www.southwest.com/careers. Southwest Airlines is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Salary Competitive.
5/02/08
From the Dallas Job Board
Senior Buyer (Telecom) – Purchasing (Dallas) -
You must have a high School Diploma, GED or equivalent education required. • Must be at least 18 years of age. • Must have authorization to work in the United States as defined by the Immigration Reform Act of 1986. • College Degree preferred. • Minimum of three to five years procurement/supply chain experience required in positions with responsibilities in Server/Data Center hardware, software, service level agreements, maintenance support, service procurements, information technology, contract management, purchasing, and finance or business. • A minimum of seven to ten years procurement/supply chain experience required for candidates without a college degree is required in positions with the same responsibilities as stated above. • CPM preferred. • Ability to lift and carry 40 pounds. • Must be able to stand, sit, and bend for extended periods of time. • Must be able to comply with Company attendance standards as described in established guidelines. • Must have excellent judgment, negotiations, communications, and problem solving skills. • Must posses high ethical standards, and be capable of interacting with SWA Employees and senior management. • Ability to establish effective working relationships between Purchasing Teams, suppliers, and internal Customers. • Preference will be given to those individuals with a proven ability to perform under pressure, handle multiple projects simultaneously, prioritize numerous deadlines, work independently, be a team player, and do whatever it takes to get the job done. • Ability to work overtime as required. • Must maintain a well-groomed appearance. You must have experience with current best practices and strategies around information technology, specifically in Telecom/Data Center hardware, software, support needs and requirements. • Possesses strong technology contract and supplier negotiation skills. • Possesses excellent organizational, communication, and project management skills. • Must be able to understand, co-develop (with manager) and implement forecasting models and other financial planning tools to assist the Customer in determining total cost of ownership and the overall direction of the commodities that is best for the Company. • Must be able to understand and recognize the critical clauses and terms and conditions of hardware and software contracts and service level agreements. • Must be able to effectively communicate updates and issues to SWA Leadership and internal Customers both verbally and in written forms in a timely manner. • Possesses people management and leadership skills to be able to lead a project team to ensure appropriate level of understanding of the project, as well as assist with their daily responsibilities when guidance is needed. • Responsible for drafting/creating all sourcing/billing strategies which may include, but are not limited to: RFI, FRP, RFQ, etc. • Must be able to develop, negotiate and hold supplier accountable to contractual performance metrics when applicable. • Must be able to identify, co-develop and implement a quality and Customer service scorecard for internal and external use to evaluate performance. • Must be able to perform as primary negotiator for the Technology data center internal Customer group, in support of both new and current contracts. • Possesses experience and understands the basics of e-procurement as well as the basics of procurement functions including (ordering, receiving, returns, approval flows, purchase order status and invoice payments and matching processes). • Will be the primary point of contact for the RFP bidding and re-bidding process. • Will serve as business partner, guaranteeing excellent Customer service to internal and external Customers. • Primary liaison between Purchasing and Legal departments, and on behalf of the internal Customer. • Responsible for the contract renewal, extension, modification process, as well as leading Team members through these processes. • Understands, co-develops, implements and assist with compliance for all Service Level Agreements. • Demonstrates the highest level of ethics and integrity in all supplier transactions. • Identifies strategic suppliers and initiates relationships. • Proactively manages the growth of current and future vendors and suppliers. • Analyzes supply chain methods and identifies improvement opportunities. • Results/goal oriented. Seek opportunities for supplier consolidation to leverage and manage spend. • Provides the appropriate support and oversight to assure the protection of all company assets. • Must be able to meet any physical ability requirements listed on this description. • May perform other job duties as directed by Employee's Leaders. To be considered for this opportunity, apply online at http://www.southwest.com/careers. Southwest Airlines is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Salary Compeitive.
5/01/08
Specialist, Senior Tubular Management (Houston) -
BP E&P Global Procurement & Supply Chain Management (PSCM) is responsible for working with Strategic Performance Units (SPUs) and other functional groups to maximize value delivered from expenditures with third parties. PSCM provides procurement and supply chain management for oil and natural gas exploration, development and production and related transportation and processing activities. The PSCM function is envisioned as a key lever to provide a significant contribution to BP's bottom line and is in the midst of implementing a new Strategy to enable BP to meet its targets on cash costs, capital expenditures and production. The Exploration & Production (E & P) Global Procurement & Supply Chain Management (PSCM) has an opening for a Procurement & SCM Specialist in the Operations and HSSE Sector Directorate. Segment-wide spend in Operations exceeds $2.5 Billion across a diverse set of services. Global PSCM and Central Operations is working collaboratively to improve how this important sector of spend is managed. The position is primarily responsible for development and implementation of a Global Oil Country Tubular Goods (OCTG) materials management strategy within the E&P Segment international operations in order to best utilize and optimize BP’s Global Oil Country Tubular Goods (OCTG) stocks and maximizing value throughout the supply chain. You will work with the Tubular Management Sector team and SPUs to develop and implement programs and processes, which will optimize business unit and global Oil Country Tubular Goods (OCTG) inventory levels, and collaborate with SPU’s to ensure that the existing local processes and systems surrounding inventory management is sound and consistent with global requirements. You will work with Sector Team and Business Unit teams to build a process for consistently developing forecasts of demand, work with business units to clearly understand internal business unit drivers and total supply chain costs. You will work with Sector Team and Business Units to identify supply market knowledge required in support of sector strategies, and work with Sector Team, Business Units and technical representatives to further the review for standardization opportunities, which would optimize inventory levels and facilitate utilization of surplus within the segment. You will jointly develop and manage sector strategies or agreements as needed within the sector team, and comply with BP ethical and diversity expectations in all Procurement & SCM activities. To be considered for the role of Specialist Senior Tubular Management – Procurement & SCM applicants must meet the following criteria and qualifications: Possess a minimum of a Four year / Bachelor's degree in Business or Supply Chain Management, have legal authorization to work in the US on a full-time basis for anyone other than your current employer. You must possess the willingness and ability to travel up to 25% of the time in order to fulfill the responsibilities of this position. You must have significant procurement/supply chain management experience, oil and gas industry experience, specific experience concerning Oil Country Tubular Goods (OCTG) product and supply chains, specific experience and knowledge of financial systems such as SAP, Maximo, etc. You must possess excellent communication skills, both oral and written; have strong experience in strategy development, contract development, negotiations and request for quotations and strong interpersonal skills for effectively working with and leading teams. You must be computer proficient using Microsoft Excel, Word, PowerPoint and Project Management Tools, and have experience with supplier performance management tools. In addition to the essential criteria and qualifications, the successful candidate is likely to be able to demonstrate: Contractor and/or supplier industry experience and experience with data analysis and forecasting. To be considered for employment, you will need to apply through BP’s website at: www.bp.com/epcareers. Salary Competitive.
5/01/08
Process Manager (Houston) -
The Process Manager is responsible for leading a team in the development and ongoing sustain activity for the Purchase to Pay Process (P2P), Materials Management (MM) process and other systems enabled processes as required by the segment wide Exploration and Production (E&P) Procurement Supply Chain Management (PSCM) organization. The E&P P2P Process and System will be used to manage all third party spend in E&P estimated at $206B per annum. The areas of responsibility include completing release 2 of P2P design, supporting SPU implementations of P2P, leading the design of the materials management process as well as developing other system enabled processes. Other responsibilities include process training and knowledge management. Lead and provide strong project and change management discipline to the Global E&P segment wide P2P, MM and other process development. Including delivery of functional specifications to support technical build and adapting those processes and policies to changing business conditions and technologies, complete the design and execution of Release 2 of P2P, provide successful delivery through leadership and the influencing of SPU activities and decisions, and develop and nurture networks across Global Supply Chain, SPU’s, Finance, IT, Operations, Drilling, Major Projects and Logistics. You will successfully integrate over 50,000 suppliers into the P2P solution; develop the roadmap for P2P and MM development over next 5+ years. In conjunction with MM Manager, ensure standard inventory process is implemented, work with global PSCM to identify and assess new practices, as well as enhancements to existing practices that will provide transformation of our business practices, work closely with the IT Backbone team to ensure alignment and linkage of process guidelines to existing infrastructure. Develop and implement long term Sustain Processes and version management procedures, and work closely with the Systems Manager to ensure Supplier enablement is fully aligned with process designs, develop role based training program to support implementations, effectively manage team of 15 BP staff and numerous contractor staff, increasing team capability and productivity. Essential criteria & qualifications include a minimum of 15 years experience in a Supply Chain field, experience working with Financial and Procurement Processes and Systems, posses a demonstrated deep business process, leadership, project and change management skills, including budgets. You must have a Bachelor Degree in Engineering, Business, or PSCM is essential and extensive demonstrated successful experience in project engagement with a widely varied clientele, along with demonstrated experience and good understanding of stakeholder management, risk management, engagement and influencing skills. Desirable criteria & qualifications include experience in the E&P industry or other Oil and Gas sectors, experience with ERP systems and the complexities in how policy and process is delivered within such an environment. Refer to Job Number 115BR. To be considered for employment, you will need to apply through BP’s website at: https://careers.bpglobal.com/2057/ASP/TG/cim_home.asp?partnerid=25078&siteid=5012
4/30/08
Director Supply Chain Management (Ft. Worth, TX) -
This position will establish and implement a supply chain strategy to meet the requirements of a process based organization, provide quality compliant, on-time and cost effective material as specified by our customers’ requirements, and establish partnerships to meet service and supply needs. You will support Operations and all business units with project management, status reporting, production cost estimates, proposals and responses to customer requests as needed to accomplish business plans and objectives. You will ensure performance of business partners to meet company commitments, create and maintain organization, processes and necessary infrastructure, and recruit and retain staff with necessary expertise and experience. You will provide professional training to staff as required, keep abreast of innovation and industry trends in supply chain and strategic sourcing, and meet functional performance goals as agreed to with business units and site management. You will adhere to internal and external standards, provide leadership to organization and maintain work environment conducive to productivity and organizational growth, and participate in ESA Councils to provide innovative solutions across U.S. Operations. You will create functional organization and infrastructure, assign and allocate resources required to support the business, and set performance standards and measurements for processes, personnel and partners. You will provide consulting relationships with Business Unit Leaders and Site Manager, Common Process and Business Unit Directors, and company Operations and Supply Chain Organization. You will establish informational relationships with Business Unit Leaders and Site Managers, other functional leaders across the company, and staff. Forward your resume to Alicia Cooper Fort Worth Operations - Senior Recruiter with Elbit Systems of America alicia.cooper@elbitsystems-us.com. Salary Competitive.
4/29/08
From the Dallas Job Board
Purchasing Manager (Dallas) -
A Bachelor's Degree in Business or related discipline is required with minimum of 8-10 years of Industrial Purchasing experience preferably in a leadership role with chemical procurement exp. Must have strong knowledge of purchasing principles, practices and procedures, contractual language, as well as a comprehensive knowledge of industry related goods and services and general business operations. Strong technical skills related to Purchasing Systems are required. Certified Purchasing Manager (C.P.M.) preferred. COMPETENENCIES: Action Oriented, Business Acumen, Comfort Around Higher Management, Customer Focus, Decision Quality, Timely Decision Making, Functional Technical Skills - Purchasing, Negotiating, Process Management, Drive for Results, Strategic Agility, Managing through Systems, Building An Effective Team, TQM - Reengineering, Managing Vision and Purpose. This person will develop and execute purchasing and procurement strategies, plans, programs and systems, both short and long range, to ensure achievement of Division objectives. 2. Establishes purchasing department goals to ensure realization of Company operating objectives. 3. Negotiates contracts for materials used in the fulfillment process to include but not limited to chemical, packaging, and supplies. 5. Oversees the negotiation of purchase contracts, follow up, scheduling and expediting of deliveries, including all JIT Partnership agreements. 6. Oversees Capital Equipment purchases. 7. In conjunction with Production, Engineering and other departments, develops product specifications and locates substitute materials as necessary. 8. May visit vendor facilities to investigate capacity, ability to meet quality requirements, specifications and delivery dates. 9. Establishes, monitors, and controls purchasing departmental budget in accordance with the projected Divisional Business Plan. 10. Maintains awareness of key market trends and pricing as well as the development of new products and recommends and/or councils others on these changes. Advises Finance, Marketing, Engineering, and management on current and future price, availability and delivery schedules. 11. Maintains familiarity and compliance with all Company Corporate policies and procedures, all U.S. and International procurement regulations, as well as determine internal purchasing Policies and Procedures for the Company. 12. Establishes, maintains, and is knowledgeable of all ISO 9001 Policies for all Company products & services and executes responsibilities with regard to such policies. 13. Other duties as assigned. Forward your resume to Cassandra Brown-English at E-mail: cbrownenglish@sbcglobal.net. Salary $90k+.
4/28/08
VP Global Sourcing & Operations (Wisconsin) -
Given the Company’s clear emphasis on expanding its global sourcing effort, senior management has elected to aggressively recruit a seasoned VP of Global Sourcing & Operations to further develop the infrastructure which will allow the company to competitively import and export goods within international markets. This individual will report directly to the EVP of Supply Chain Management and will directly manage a team of sourcing managers (located in Appleton) and contracted employees on the ground in China, including a third party logistics organization. This individual will design and manage the global supply chain strategy and sourcing effort for the Company and its various divisions with the goal of improving overall product costs, product quality, fill rate and logistics by optimizing the supply chain processes associated with globally sourced items. Emphasis will be placed on developing alternative sources for high transaction items, shortening international lead times, managing the consolidation of shipments in China, and managing the disposition of containers in North America. Developing appropriate metrics for managing these processes is also a key initiative. To qualify for this outstanding opportunity, candidates must have some combination of the following skill sets, personal attributes, and professional background/accomplishments: First and foremost, the successful candidate must be a well-rounded business person and supply chain professional, capable of contributing to the strategic development and implementation of corporate-wide supply chain initiatives that may be outside the umbrella of purely “global sourcing.” This assumes a demonstrated history of success in leading both domestic and international supply chain management operations inclusive of sourcing/purchasing, inventory management, and distribution center operations. You must have at least 15 years of increasingly responsible supply chain/supply chain management experience gained in a like environment (e.g., a high volume distributor or a high volume manufacturer with significant captive distribution operations) to include at least five years in a senior role dealing with global supply chain initiatives. Direct experience managing an offshore (preferably in China) contract manufacturing network is required. You must possess solid interpersonal skills and equally solid management skills. This position requires someone who can effectively interact with domestic merchandising teams, purchasing/sourcing professionals, offshore contracted operatives, and international vendors. You must have a strategic orientation, yet the willingness to drill deeply into detail as necessary. In addition, the selected candidate must have conspicuous energy, a “can do” attitude, and solid interpersonal, presentation, and communications skills. At minimum, an undergraduate degree in an appropriate disciplinean MBA, while not required is an added plus. You must have the he ability to travel (to 30%) domestically and internationally, sometimes for extensive blocks of time. Forward your resume to Denise Moore with the CES GROUP by Email to: denisemooresearch@gmail.com. A relocation assistance package is available along with a very competitive salary.
4/25/08
Senior Buyer (Dallas) -
The qualifications and requirements for this position include a minimum of a High School Diploma, GED or equivalent education required. • Must be at least 18 years of age. • Must have authorization to work in the United States as defined by the Immigration Reform Act of 1986. • Minimum of three to five years procurement/supply chain experience required in positions with responsibilities in hardware, software, consulting, service level agreements, maintenance support, information technology, contract management, purchasing, and finance or business. • College Degree preferred. • Must have excellent judgment, negotiations, communications, and problem solving skills. • Must posses high ethical standards, and be capable of interacting with SWA Employees and senior management. • Ability to establish effective working relationships between Purchasing Teams, suppliers, and internal Customers. • Preference will be given to those individuals with a proven ability to perform under pressure, handle multiple projects simultaneously, prioritize numerous deadlines, work independently, be a team player, and do whatever it takes to get the job done. • CPM preferred. • Ability to work overtime as required. Must have work activities include experience with current best practices and strategies around sourcing for information technology products and services, specifically in contracting for large software applications, middleware, and business function specific software licensing, consulting and maintenance support requirements. • Possesses strong technology contract and supplier negotiation skills. • Possesses excellent organizational, communication, and project management skills. • Must be able to understand, co-develop (with Manager and internal customer) and implement forecasting models and other financial planning tools to assist the Customer in determining total cost of ownership and the overall direction of the commodities that is best for the Company. • Must be able to understand and recognize the critical clauses and terms and conditions of technology hardware, software, and consulting contracts and service level agreements. • Must be able to effectively communicate updates and issues to SWA Leadership and internal Customers both verbally and in writing in a timely manner. • Possesses people management and leadership skills to be able to lead a project team to ensure appropriate level of understanding of the project, as well as assist with their daily responsibilities when guidance is needed. • Responsible for drafting/creating all sourcing/billing strategies which may include, but are not limited to: RFI, RFP, RFQ, etc. • Must be able to develop, negotiate and hold supplier accountable to contractual performance metrics when applicable. • Must be able to identify, co-develop and implement a quality and Customer service scorecard for internal and external use to evaluate performance. • Must be able to perform as primary negotiator for the Technology internal Customer group, in support of both new and current contracts. • Possesses experience and understands the basics of e-procurement as well as the basics of procurement functions including (ordering, receiving, returns, approval flows, purchase order status and invoice payments and matching processes). • Will be the primary point of contact for the RFP bidding and re-bidding process. • Will serve as business partner, guaranteeing excellent Customer service to internal and external Customers. • Must be able to act as liaison between Purchasing and Legal departments on behalf of the internal Customer. • Responsible for the contract renewal, extension, modification process, as well as leading Team members through these processes. Understands, co-develops, implements and assists with compliance for all Service Level Agreements. • Demonstrates the highest level of ethics and integrity in all supplier transactions. • Identifies strategic suppliers and initiates relationships. • Proactively manages the growth of current and future vendors and suppliers. • Analyzes supply chain methods and identifies improvement opportunities. • Seek opportunities for supplier consolidation to leverage and manage spend. • Provides the appropriate support and oversight to assure the protection of all company assets. Southwest Airlines is an Equal Opportunity Employer. To be considered for this opportunity, apply online at http://www.southwest.com/careers.com. Salary Competitive.
4/24/08
Commodity Manager, Finished Goods (Roanoke, TX) –
It will be your responsibility to create a fact based, open culture and a strong team to execute objectives and proactively manage company exposure to commodities markets and provide visibility to impact of market moves on company financial performance. You will effectively source all requirements of Raw Materials, conduct strategic contract negotiations as required, and work with Planning, PSI, Distribution, Manufacturing, and Brand to ensure that procurement requirements are clearly understood. You will provide project management resource and / or leadership for key cross functional projects - especially new product introductions. You will be responsible for creating supply plans, vendor agreements, and monitoring performance of key vendors and you will be responsible for day-to-day buying activity for all Americas operations. You must create clear performance expectations for buyers in each area of the region, as well as manage continuous process improvement within the procurement function to maximize ordering efficiency, optimize communication, and maintain data integrity. You will meet corporate delivery and inventory targets, be involved in proactive continuous cost reduction. It is highly desired that you have sourcing experience from Mexico. Qualifications for this position include a Bachelors Degree, Business Management with a minimum of 5 years experience in Strategic sourcing in a manufacturing company. You must have extensive experience in negotiating contracts ferrous and non-ferrous metals such as copper, brass and steel. You must have demonstrated knowledge and solid understanding of metals markets, have experience in hedging/forward buying of metals using knowledge of metal market trending, and you must have proven cost savings skills in day-to-day buying responsibility. You must have excellent communication and leadership skills, good managerial skills, and JD Edwards experience is preferred. Forward your resume to Ms. Nancy L Phillips-Manager, DionPhillips, LLC at email: nancy@dionphillips.com. Salary competitive.
4/24/08
Commodity Manager, Finished Goods (Roanoke, TX) –
It will be your responsibility to create a fact based, open culture and a strong team to execute objectives and proactively manage company exposure to commodities markets and provide visibility to impact of market moves on company financial performance. You will effectively source all requirements of finished goods, purchased parts and goods, MRO including welding supplies, personnel protection materials, etc. You will conduct strategic contract negotiations as required, and work with Planning, PSI, Distribution, Manufacturing, and Brand to ensure that procurement requirements are clearly understood. You will provide project management resource and / or leadership for key cross functional projects - especially new product introductions. You will be responsible for creating supply plans, vendor agreements, and monitoring performance of key vendors and you will be responsible for day-to-day buying activity for all Americas operations. You must create clear performance expectations for buyers in each area of the region, as well as manage continuous process improvement within the procurement function to maximize ordering efficiency, optimize communication, and maintain data integrity. You will meet corporate delivery and inventory targets, be involved in proactive continuous cost reduction. It is highly desired that you have sourcing experience from Mexico. Qualifications for this position include a Bachelors Degree, Business Management with a minimum of 5 years experience in Strategic sourcing in a manufacturing company. You must have extensive experience in negotiating contracts for purchased parts, finished goods and MRO materials. You must have demonstrated proven cost savings skills in day-to-day buying responsibilities. You must have excellent communication and leadership skills, good managerial skills, and JD Edwards experience is preferred. Forward your resume to Ms. Nancy L Phillips-Manager, DionPhillips, LLC at email: nancy@dionphillips.com. Salary competitive.
4/24/08
Supplier Developer (Western Wisconsin) -
You will be responsible for a set of direct material commodities for the La Crosse site of the Compressor Center of Excellence, and you will be responsibilities include driving supplier productivity improvement, qualification, management, productivity improvement and negotiations. You will act as member of supply chain team in coordinating all aspects of supplier management for a given set of direct commodities. You will implement sourcing strategies for new components and technologies within related commodities, develop formal project plans that include qualification of suppliers, supplier components, and ramp-up requirements, establish/complete confidentiality disclosure agreements where required. You will ensure all components complete appropriate qualification plans through personal and coordinated work on qualification efforts, and provide data and action plans to improve supplier/ component quality through detailed supplier activities. You will proactively identify material projects and lead them through resource acquisition and implementation to financial realization. This includes phase in/phase out, change request management, written procedures, etc. You will serve as primary CCOE materials representative on new product teams and works with planners for all product phase outs ensuring minimal excess and obsolete inventory, perform monthly financial analysis and reporting for metal surcharges and cost savings projects, and provide input and review of component drawings and specifications to ensure current and future suppliers have all required information to meet company requirements. You will participate in and support activities involving new product introduction, Six Sigma, ISO, Sarbanes-Oxley, and lean manufacturing. 20-30% travel is required with this position. Key competencies include a demonstrated ability to excel in a team environment, functional understanding of project management, and you must be able to work independently with minimal direction. Professional certification (C.P.M. CPSM, APICS, PMP) is a plus. Six Sigma, ISO, Sarbanes-Oxley, DFT, and Lean Manufacturing knowledge is helpful. A Bachelor's degree in engineering, business, or related discipline is required, along with 5-7 years of supply chain/engineering experience required in new product development, supplier development, and materials management or an equivalent combination of education and/or experience. You must have demonstrated experience with negotiations, and supplier performance measurement/reporting, statistics and process control is required. You must demonstrate strong leadership, interpersonal, and communication skills, and you must be customer focused, team oriented, and results driven. You must be detail oriented with strong analytical and organizational skills, and you must be proficient in Microsoft Excel and Outlook. Knowledge of Cincom or other material control application software required. You must have experience with industrial business. It would be nice to have worked with castings or steel production. Progressive experience in sourcing as a buyer, supplier developer, etc. If the latest title has "specialist" or "analyst" then it is likely that the person does not have enough experience. Spend responsibility of $25M-$50M is a good reference point. Specific experience (with details or examples) related to supplier selection, contract negotiation, productivity or cost reduction support, strategy development would be helpful, and it is strongly preferred that you have mechanical or manufacturing engineering, project management. Broad experience in multiple disciplines (engineering, quality, manufacturing, operations) could trump some of the above. Forward your resume to Mr. Rich Hedman at email: rich@jh2consulting.com. Salary Competitive.
4/24/08
Director of Operations (Chicago Area) -
The Director of Operations needs to have an emphasis in Procurement as well as production management and plant layout experience. You will direct and control all production, purchasing, and distribution operations of the company to ensure that business objectives are met efficiently and effectively, manage local scheduling and real-time operations which facilitate the maximization of resources to achieve customer satisfaction, productivity, schedule adherence and economic goals. You must ensure the engineering team and manufacturing departments work together cohesively and you are responsible for the development of equipment to aid in the manufacturing process, lead and direct the work of assigned manufacturing engineers and project engineers. You will manage policy deployment in the areas of Lean Manufacturing techniques, quality, cost reduction, complete and on-time delivery, safety, customer satisfaction, employee relations, visual controls and plant performance measures. You will provide leadership for employee relations through effective communications, coaching, training, and development, provide leadership for problem resolution to facilitate fast improvements and improved working relationships, and manage material requirements to increase inventory turns and reduce levels on hand. You will ensure compliance with Company standards for cost control, waste reduction, quality, OSHA, safety, and complete and on-time delivery at the lowest possible cost. You must balance work cell capacity/loading across the plant and identify, communicate and drive implementation of capital investments and improvement projects. You will assist in developing plant layout in planning rearrangement of facilities, equipment and operations for better utilization of space, stay informed concerning new manufacturing technologies and equipment in order to manufacture and reduce cost through efficiencies. You must possess a Bachelor’s degree in Operations Management or equivalent with a minimum 5-7 years in operations management including forecasting, scheduling and real-time operations management. A minimum of 2 years experience in auditing and quality inspections of manufacturing processes. You must have experience with electronic assemblies is necessary; preferably with battery pack, charger, test equipment applications. Specific knowledge, skills, licenses, and certifications include solid knowledge of Kaizen and Lean Manufacturing techniques, technical skills in materials and inventory management, production scheduling, and preventive maintenance. You must have demonstrated the ability to lead people and get results through others, and have the ability to think ahead and plan over a 3-6 month time span. You must possess excellent interpersonal and communication skills, excellent project and program management skills, have solid quality orientation and be computer proficient. Proficient in MS Office: Word, Excel, Powerpoint, and Access. Forward your resume to Michael J. Aubrecht, C.R.C./President/Recruiter with Atlanta Executive Search, LLC at email: mikeaubrecht@gmail.com. Salary competitive.
4/23/08
Purchasing Manager (Carrollton) -
You must have at least seven years experience in supply chain management including purchasing, inventory control, vendor negotiations, scheduling/planning, component and materials management. You must be proficient with MRP software & excel spreadsheets. You will develop, implement and oversee purchasing for growing cosmetic company. You will manage vendors, handle monthly/quarterly/yearly forecasting for finished goods to meet demands of sales budgets, and establish delivery schedules, monitor progress, and maintain on-going contact with all vendors. Forward your resume to Mr. Jeff Dandurand at email: jeffd@getjackblack. Note: No relocation assistance is available for this position. Salary $65k plus bonus depending on experience.
4/23/08
From the ISM Dallas Job Board
Purchasing Agent (Austin, TX) -
Strong negotiation skills are required along with a basic understanding of contract law and has demonstrated the ability to properly evaluate price and cost analysis criteria. Handles pressure in a fast paced computerized environment. Understands the supplier's cost structure; negotiates price and service arrangements that are fair relative to the supplier's costs. Solid use of Microsoft Office products (Excel, PowerPoint and Word) and ERP systems experience required. Understanding of MRP and MRP II techniques, principles and concepts required. Must be a self-starter, self-managed, an effective team player and possesses excellent analytical / problem solving skills. Must have the ability to handle complex problems, make sound decisions and work independently under the pressure of a heavy workload with significant time restrictions. You need good understanding of the manufacturing process (from raw materials to finished product), sound accounting principles, and paperwork flow necessary to be able to function responsibly in this position. Education Requirements Requires a Bachelor's degree with 1-3 years experience in a purchasing support role. Candidate should be working towards or willing to achieve C.P.M. designation with ISM. Duties: Site-wide purchasing functions. ·Economically and efficiently purchase materials and services with the best combination of price, quality and services related to the end user's requirements. ·Perform purchasing activities to assure materials , MRO items and services are provided in a timely manner. ·Insure all purchases meet corporate purchasing, quality and ethical guidelines. ·Strong negotiation skills required to assure that materials and services are purchased on favorable terms and cost. ·Perform ongoing analysis and cost reductions to ensure the lowest overall cost and the highest value for dollars spent. ·Follows ISO and cGMP guidelines and SOPs for purchasing including material specifications, vendor performance and corrective and preventive actions. ·Responsible for maintaining the effectiveness of the quality system. Responsibility Summary: Integrates activities with other departments involving material standardization; performs make or buy analysis; and serves as a repository of information and data from suppliers regarding new materials, processes, prices, and materials availability. As an integral part of the product team, this person will work directly with Suppliers, Marketing, Sales, Accounting, Operations and Engineering to ensure excellent service to internal customers, while minimizing financial investments. Responsible for procuring standard materials and commodities; deals with custom parts on a frequent basis Operates with approved suppliers and implement contracts Price analysis breaks down, quotes, capacity, and historical data This position will report directly to the Purchasing Manager. Please apply through the web site at http://www.abbott.com. Salary Competitive.
4/22/08
Sr. Procurement Specialist (San Antonio, TX) –
Under direction, is responsible performing advanced journey level work in the purchase of a large variety of complex commodities and/or services of a specialized nature. You will provide professional acquisition of supplies, equipment and services required by the City of San Antonio; perform the development, justification, coordination and completion of a large number and variety of procurement related transactions. The ideal candidate should possess a true understanding of procurement including solicitation methods, contract terminology, laws governing procurement and knowledge of best practices in regards to best value bids and other procurement options. The position requires that the successful candidate possess a Bachelors degree from an accredited college or university with preferable course work in Business Administration, Economics, Finance, Marketing or a related field along with three (3) years of experience at an advanced level as a buyer or procurement technician in the public or private sector. The equivalent combination of education and experience will be considered. You must have a valid Class “C” Texas Driver’s License. Interested candidates may apply at https://ww4.sanantonio.gov/jobs/jobVacs/openPositions.aspx Salary: $41,112.00 - $61,668.00 / annually.
4/21/08
Chemical Sourcing Manager (Greater New Orleans Area)-
POOLCORP is currently seeking an experienced CHEMICAL SOURCING MANAGER for its corporate headquarters located in Covington, Louisiana. Reporting directly to the Director of Strategic Sourcing, this position will be responsible for sourcing water treatment chemicals for resale. If you have sourcing experience in a publicly traded company, preferably in the distribution sector, this position may be ideal for you. Principal duties require you to insure the constant uninterrupted flow of goods, continuously look for ways of reducing cost (i.e., product, packing, transportation, etc.), and locate new products or alternative sources of supply. You will negotiate cost/terms and logistics with suppliers, analyze, summarize and evaluate supplier's offers, prepare comparisons on offers from various suppliers, and prepare analysis of cost savings. You will prepare bid packages, work with corporate logistics to insure the most efficient product moves, and assist Marketing with material needs where required. A Bachelor's degree is required with the degree in Business Administration, Purchasing, Logistics Management, or an MBA would be an advantage. A C.P.M. Certification by ISM is highly desirable. A strong knowledge of direct sourcing both domestically and internationally, five to ten years of product experience, and experience sourcing water treatment chemicals a plus. You must have strong computer skills and a willingness and ability to travel domestically and internationally as necessary. Forward your resume to Mr. Ernesto Salas, Director of Sourcing at email: ernesto.salas@poolcorp.com or apply on line at www.poolcorp.com and go to the career section and look under purchasing classification. Salary Competitive.
4/21/08
Contract Position 24 months
Procurement Specialist (San Antonio, TX or San Ramon, CA or Atlanta, GA [Candidate can work in any of these locations]), No of Positions – 3. Management is looking for a seasoned "Expert Level" individual who must have demonstrated experience developing contract language; negotiating & executing contracts and issuing RFI/P/Q. Must have strong IT/Software contracting experience. Advanced degree to include JD is a plus. This individual will be working on IT contracting projects. Expected to have college degree and a minimum and IT experience. The individual will be working on developing requirements, issuing Request for Quotes, negotiating and executing contracts. Skills inventory should include IT Software Background experience along with expert level required, legal entry level is desired. You must have excellent oral presentations and written skills. You must be a proficiency in computer skills, and you must have proven procurement experience. If you meet the above skills, please forward your updated resume along with your hourly rate. Send to Naveen Nayak with NextGen Information Services Inc. 720-259-2851 naveen.nayak@nextgen-is.com or web site: www.nextgen-is.com.
4/07/08
Buyer (Garland, TX) -
This position will procure goods and services, meeting the needs of the City of Garland organization, in a cost effective manner using competitive bid/proposal practices that directly effect savings. You will perform responsibilities according to own judgment in compliance with all applicable laws and policy, requesting supervisory assistance only when necessary. Job responsibilities include but are not limited to: Determining how customer requests for standard and non-standard purchases of goods and services should be procured; Develops, issues, evaluated and recommends awarding purchase orders/contracts with qualified suppliers; managing qualified suppliers in a competitive environment; staying abreast of the market trends; working knowledge of all applicable laws, policies and procedures; good decision-making processes. You will perform responsibilities such as internal and external training on purchasing topics; helping internal and external customers determine the best way to reach their goals; holding pre-bid conferences and provide customer service by assisting internal customer; developing specifications; demonstrating ethical and competitive procurement practices; managing supplier relations. Other duties may include special projects; management of specific commodities; managing internal programs such as the Procurement Inclusion Program, procurement card program; create and deliver presentations. Interactions will include all city personnel at all levels, suppliers and potential suppliers, peers and citizens. You must have a four year degree in applicable field, or combination of college and experience in procurement/supply management field including 3 -5 years experience preferably with governmental entity, and professional purchasing certification is preferred. You must possess comprehensive practical knowledge of a purchasing and supply management techniques and skills with the use of analytical judgment and decision-making abilities appropriate to the work environment, laws, policies and procedures of the City of Garland. Negotiation skills, strong human management skills, project management skills, excellent organizational and communication skills, ability to be flexible and multi-task with highly diverse projects are required. You must be proficient in Microsoft suite of products. Access knowledge is a plus. Computer literate on internet, web based software, Outlook. Professional certification preferred (C.P.M./ CPPB/CPPO) is preferred. To apply go to www.ci.garland.tx.us, click on the Employment Opportunities hyper-link, click on the Candidate Log-In hyper-link, and follow the instructions. Call 972-205-2475 for availability status of any listed position.
4/07/08
Packaging Engineer Purchasing Department (Carrollton, TX) -
TONI&GUY / TIGI, the creator of BED HEAD hair products, accessories & cosmetics, is currently looking for a Packaging Engineer to add to our corporate team based in Lewisville, TX . The ideal candidate must be able to write specifications, check weights and volumes, understand graphics and print layout, understand resins and resin performance understand cosmetic packing terminology, have the ability to read and interpret prints and make recommendations for corrections, and work with corrugate (boxes), etc. The successful candidate will be a team player, highly organized, skilled at time management and have excellent verbal and written communication skills. A college degree is a must! The Ideal candidate will have Oracle experience. You must be a self starter, able to work with suppliers to insure quality and adherence to specifications and you must have good Microsoft Office skills and project management skills. You will work with packaging suppliers to insure all incoming material meet agreed upon specifications, writing specifications for purposes of procurement, marketing and product development needs. You will interface with marketing, product development, purchasing, regulatory, and quality control as needed, perform volume and capacity checks as needed, write procedures for incoming inspection and perform fit and functionality for all packing purchases. You will maintain and establish packaging stability records for all new products, and be responsible for creating new part numbers and Bill of Materials within Oracle while also maintaining effectively and phase out dates. You will be responsible for diagnosing packing problems with recommendations for resolution. You will verify graphics and blue lines for packaging viability and fit and sign-offs, spot check fill weights as needed to verify claim weights, and when possible, be involved with test fills at the suppliers location. You will perform ship tests for product reliability; work with the procurement group on cost savings initiatives. You must be a team leader on all MRB issues, write SOPs when required, perform vendor certifications as needed, and certify supplier capabilities to manufacture products and make recommendations as to go or not go. You will be responsible for internal and external labor time studies as needed, and act as liaison for Product Development for newly launched products from the components and fill levels and acquiring proper sign-offs. You will perform ship tests and performance test of corrugate, and trouble-shoot incoming quality issues in conjunction with Q.C. department to insure final resolution. You will work with contract fillers to insure their capabilities of manufacturing the products, and be on site whenever possible for test fills of new products. You will be involved in verifying claim weights as needed, attend Product Development, Q.C., and Purchasing, and Inventory Management meetings, and work with Assembly department to assist in increasing efficiencies. Forward your resume in word along with salary history to email: Flansb@msn.com. Salary Competitive
4/03/08
Assistant Director, HUB Administration (Ft. Worth, TX) –
This position will administer the HUB (Historically Underutilized Businesses) Good Faith Program. Duties will include reporting on HUB expenditures and opportunities, reviewing and approving HUB subcontracting documents, and participating in and sponsoring HUB forums. You will be involved in HUB recruitment and development, and administer mentor-protege programs. You will be involved in training and advising departments and vendors. This position will also act as a liaison and directly assist director with special projects. You must have a Bachelor's degree and five years of responsible purchasing, marketing, sales, fundraising, recruiting, or general business experience are required. It will be essential that you have the ability to attend early morning and evening meetings and travel occasionally. Experience in a supervisory role in a state institution of higher education, experience with a HUB or Women/Minority Business Enterprise Development Program, and experience with an automated purchasing or accounting system are highly desirable. You must have relevant computer experience. Refer to requisition Number 1015, Department H10420 - Purchasing Apply at the UNTHSC Career Opportunities website:
https://www.unthscjobs.com/applicants/jsp/shared/frameset/Frameset.jsp?time=1204573205767 Salary Competitive.
4/03/08
Senior Procurement Specialist (Ft. Worth, TX) –
This position will be responsible for performing highly technical and advanced purchasing functions, serving as liaison with Office of General Counsel in obtaining and completing contracts. This position directly assists the Associate Director with administration and planning of the contract program, performing advanced responsible contract work and reviewing all contracts related to purchases. You will assist in supervising staff in review and processing of requisitions, procuring equipment, supplies, and services, preparing complex procurement documents. You will interact with UNT Purchasing and System Construction Office on purchases for UNTHSC according to System policy. Other duties include awarding purchase orders and institutional contracts, administering contracts awarded by UNTHSC Purchasing, investigating and resolving complaints and conflicts regarding contracts and purchase orders, working with Assistant Director, HUB Administration in coordination and evaluation of HUB subcontracting plans and opportunities in bid requests over $100,000. You will act as liaison with state agencies, vendors, and departmental purchasing coordinators, representatives, and managers. You will assist in training and advising department representatives on purchasing policies and procedures, assisting in training buyers and other purchasing staff. You must have a Bachelor's degree or equivalent combination of education, training, and experience along with eight to ten years of responsible purchasing and contracting experience. You must possess considerable knowledge of state and local laws pertaining to purchasing, contracts, and contract compliance, as well as methods, practices, and techniques of contract negotiations, and previous experience in a state institution of higher education and certification from professional purchasing organizations is preferred. You must be detail oriented and have relevant computer experience, possess excellent verbal and written communication skills, have superior customer service skills as demonstrated through training or experience, and experience with an automated purchasing system is desirable. Reference requisition Number 1014, Department H10420 – Purchasing. Apply at the UNTHSC Career Opportunities website: https://www.unthscjobs.com/applicants/jsp/shared/frameset/Frameset.jsp?time=1204573205767 Salary Competitive.
From the ISM Job Board
3/28/08
Inventory Analyst/WMS Super User (Irving, TX) -
You must have 3+ years in a distribution environment with increasing responsibilities; knowledge of computerized inventory control (CICS & WMS) and distribution/w. Venturi Staffing Partners has teamed up with a major international parts distribution facility in the Irving area. Our client is currently looking to fill their inventory analyst/WMS Super User position immediately. The incumbent will possess the following: - WMS Configuration - WMS Maintenance - WMS troubleshooting - RF maintenance - System Access Maintenance - control access to inventory systems to ensure SOX compliance - Reporting Email your resume to Suzanne James at email: sjames@venturipartners.com . Salary $45k to $60k.arehouse operations; understanding. You must have the ability to assist management in creating SOPs; familiarity with MS Office applications. You must possess strong written/oral communications with ability to communicate technical issues; seasoned interpersonal skills, strong analytical skills and ability to understand complex data relationships
From the ISM Job Board
3/28/08
Procurement Specialist III (Lewisville, TX) –
Typically a BS/BA in related discipline or advanced degree is required. Certification may be required in some areas. Demonstrates and applies a broad knowledge of field of specialization through successful completion of moderately complex assignments. Successfully applies complex knowledge of fundamental concepts, practices, and procedures of particular area of specialization. Demonstrates knowledge of organizations business practices and issues. Typically 5-8 years of successful experience in related field. Experience in Capital Equipment and/or Material Handling is preferred. You must have Subcontract experience. You will perform complex buying strategies to purchase and arrange timely deliveries of supplies and materials; expedites as needed and serves as liaison between vendors and users, getting prior approval for purchases in excess of established limits, resolves complex delivery, quality or other related problems with purchases and invoices. Updates project plans and purchasing systems; reviews and analyzes requisitions and supply plans for domestic and international purchases. Negotiates prices, terms and quality requirements; prepares requests for quotes and assists in the development of new supply sources; evaluates market conditions. You will perform value analysis to identify cost improvements, perform full range of standard work for the professional field, and refers complex, unusual problems to others. Identifies and resolves more complex problems and applies problem-solving skills in order to deal with most situations. Apply on line at www.dematicjobs.com. Salary $50k to $70k
03/20/08
Buyer Dairy Products (Midwest U.S.) -
A well respected food distributor is currently in search of a Dairy-Frozen Food Buyer to assist in the purchasing of product for distribution in the Midwest and mid- Atlantic areas. . The ideal candidate will have three to five years experience as a Dairy-Frozen Food Buyer with a background of servicing end-user retailers. You must have computerized buying experience with a wholesale grocer or supermarket chain. Base salary $50,000 + bonus ($10,000) Interested candidates should email their updated resume and salary to: Judge Inc. David Scarborough 682-518-8142 Email: wds@judge.com.
3/20/08
Purchasing Manager (Indiana) -
Responsible for purchasing parts, equipment, and material for capital construction projects, project maintenance, and facility renovations. Person must have knowledge and experience with parts inventory and equipment procurement. Engineering degree or background is preferred with Power Plant experience. Good communication and technology skills, use of ERP systems and Microsoft Office. Please contact Anita or Mallary at 812-232-9090 or anita.crane@expresspros.com. Salary Competitive.
3/20/08
From the Ism Dallas Job Board
Strategic Sourcing Administrator (Austin, TX) -
Graduation from an accredited four-year college or university with a bachelor’s degree in business management, public administration, finance, economics, or related field, or a J.D. or L.L.B. with an active license in good standing to practice law in the State of Texas. Experience: Five years of experience in strategic sourcing in the private sector. The position requires extensive computer, telephone and client/customer contact. It requires the ability to bend, stoop, kneel, and reach as needed for filing and similar routine office duties. Demonstrate strong interpersonal skills Facilitate, lead and manage teams Partner and consult collaboratively with business clients at all corporate levels Address and resolve conflict Display flexibility and ability to lead change Employ strategic/forward thinking Demonstrate project management proficiency Be proficient in the commercial and basic legal aspects of supply management contracts and other business arrangements Utilize knowledge of and experience with electronic sourcing, procurement and document management processes and systems Utilize written and verbal communication and presentation skills Utilize experience with business productivity software (including but not limited to Microsoft Excel, Project, PowerPoint and Visio) to support analytical and project management responsibilities Excellent verbal and written communication skills, including demonstrable experience presenting technical and analytical information to various management levels and external parties Excellent program management, administrative, organizational and mathematical skills (including statistics) Must be detail oriented (tracking/audit of requisition, orders, invoices and payment activity) and have the ability to prioritize workload, manage multiple projects under tight deadlines and work independently and as a member of a group Strong analytical skills are required to identify trends in procurement and to understand strategic trends in the major commodity group(s) they support. The Strategic Sourcing Administrator manages the strategic sourcing and supplier relationship processes for major groups (categories) of commodities. This professional is responsible for increasing the capture rate by: increasing the accuracy of management information on spending patterns and internal customer satisfaction; standardizing products and services to produce economies of scale; establishing and monitoring supplier continuous improvement objectives, commonality of order processing and supplier performance measures; reducing the number of supplier relationships to be managed; and creating a single strategic focus for statewide procurement planning. You will apply and manage the Strategic Sourcing Process in accordance with Process Guidelines, Purchasing Policies and Procedures Manual and the Procurement Policy. Manage and lead the sourcing strategy development, requirements gathering, request for proposal, supplier selection, and contract negotiation components of the sourcing process for medium to large sized sourcing engagements. Effectively prepare and deliver key findings and recommendations from sourcing events to multiple stakeholders. Manage the development of strategic sourcing plans in accordance with guidelines, policies and procedures. Lead and facilitate both on-site vendor presentations and off-site visits capturing and quantifying key measurements. Track commodity spending and monitor process compliance to document savings and process improvements. Communicate progress, barriers, risks and benefits to appropriate management levels. Ensure that detailed documentation is developed, approved, and retained in the Strategic Sourcing Plan and the Contract File. Manage the development and implementation of continuous improvement initiatives and process improvements. Manage the tracking of market trends (cost drivers, levers, competitive situations). Establish a culture that supports innovative applications of service delivery. Work independently in sourcing projects and vendor management activities. Identify and execute opportunities for improving supplier performance and reducing costs including conversions from agent-based business to factory direct. Develop, manage and maintain relationships with assigned strategic suppliers over multiple product lines. To apply go direct to the website at http://www.window.state.tx.us/careers. Salary: $5,833.34-$7,500.00/Month POSTING NUMBER: 6J02.08.
3/18/08
Industrial Construction – Strategic Sourcing Manager (Austin) -
You will manage and direct overall activities of acquisition of Industrial Construction external resources. Manage more than $200M budget. Lead the company-wide effort to select the best entities with which to conduct business, and form agreements with them to support and achieve business strategies. Oversee relationship management with the most strategically important business entities with which to do business. Leverage the supply chain to obtain the attributes valued by our customers. This person will be a change agent for Mentoring, Leading, Coaching, Development of Staff : Budget – Purchasing : Risk Management : Complex Internal demand analysis : Industry market analysis : Supplier chain Oversee complex analysis: estimate v. real : budgeting Internal spending: Workload balance (internal) : Trending : Supplier proposals. You will provide leadership, hire, train, assign tasks, evaluate performance, promote, and manage all other aspects of staff supervision., prepare, monitor, and maintain an operations budget of $200M for Construction purchasing. Ensure that budget targets are met, and build a strong team of direct report supervisors and individual contributors. Act as a major change agent within the company. Challenge: Ideation change from transactional to strategic sourcing. Goal: Credibility building across multiple business units impacted by construction purchasing. You must dramatically improve strategic sourcing within this group. Provide advice and guidance to INDUSTRIAL CONSTRUCTION supply chain personnel across the organization. Manage staff performing complex internal demand analysis and industry market analysis to define cost savings opportunities on targeted commodities. Report and make recommendations on the results of analysis. Lead planning and strategic sourcing and resolve conflicts and ambiguities. Implement best practices in contract administration. Manage and oversee execution of INDUSTRIAL CONSTRUCTION purchases for the company. Manage and oversee contract performance to budget. Give guidance and assign priorities to internal personnel and business unit personnel on post award relationship management. You must have a Bachelor’s degree in Business Management Area. Hands-on experience including 5-7 years negotiation / strategic planning - purchasing in industrial construction, auditing, risk management, leadership, supervision/management, and supply chain management. The skills needed in mentoring, leading, coaching, developing staff include skills in formulating and implementing strategy, in performing quick analysis of complex ambiguous situations, and skills including excellent oral and written communication. You must possess at least intermediate skill level in Word, Excel, and PowerPoint, experience in database management – sorting, searching. You must have the ability to determine simple equitable solutions to complex, high dollar problems, the ability to think calmly while in ambiguous situations under extreme stress. You must have the ability to review and approve large volumes of complex technical information where multi-million dollar sums are at stake, to work on multiple projects simultaneously and to work under pressure, and the ability to assess risk and formulate appropriate risk management strategies. You must have specialized knowledge of industrial construction purchasing, contract administration (complex), owner’s engineer, EPC, risk and supply chain management. Fax or email you resume to Donna Cates Sphar, President, CSI Executive Search, LLC at Fax No.: 512-301- 5559 or email your resume to dcs@csi-executivesearch.com. Salary Competitive.
3/18/07
Senior Commodity Buyer (DFW Metroplex) -
An opening for an experienced commodity buyer with experience executing third party manufacturing and global supply chain initiatives, strategic planning and global procurement is available. You will provide supplier evaluation and selection, contract drafting and negotiation, relationship management and business awards, and interface with other departments and outside suppliers resolving any purchasing related problems that may arise. You will provide product availability to Production Control and Manufacturing. You will maintain a cost saving approach to purchasing by continual investigation of new sources of supply and new processes on a global basis, and coordinate efforts to review make vs. buy decisions, supplier quality improvement, advance quality planning and continuous improvement. You will measure supplier performance and provide reports to operations management and back to suppliers to encourage continual improvement of processes and products/services. You will participate and support in design and development teams and new product introduction, develop strategy and analysis to support effective negotiation, and negotiate annual buys and long-term agreements. You will make arrangements to dispose of excess or obsolete supplies to minimize any losses and monitor pertinent markets and defines how changes will impact supply and pricing conditions, and maintaining updated purchasing records insuring accuracy of input and reliability. You will perform other related duties in helping to meet departmental goals and objectives. Travel several times a year, either in a group or alone, to visit current or prospective suppliers is required. You must have experience in executing purchasing initiatives, strategic planning and global procurement in a high volume manufacturing environment. You must have a working knowledge of assembly and manufacturing processes, and a thorough knowledge of Purchasing Law and Uniform Commercial Code. You must be proficient in MRP, OEM’s, J.I.T and JD Edwards software, have advanced knowledge of Microsoft Office, experience in purchasing capital equipment, castings, stampings, build to print tooling, die casting, machining, plastics, rubbers and electronics. Knowledge of Six Sigma, Lean Manufacturing and a C.P.M. or APICS certification is a plus. A Bachelor’s Degree in Business Administration or recognized equivalent with 4-6 years of related purchasing experience is a must. Forward your resume to Stephanie Dixon, Senior Account Manager / Recruiter with C-people at Email: stephanie.dixon@c-peopleinc.com. Salary competitive.
3/18/08
MRO – Strategic Sourcing Manager (Austin) –
This person will be a change agent for Mentoring, Leading, Coaching, Development of Staff : Budget – Purchasing : Risk Management : Complex Internal demand analysis : Industry market analysis : Supplier chain -Oversee complex analysis: Internal spending : Workload balance (internal) : Trending : Supplier proposals : (estimate v. real : budgeting). You will provide leadership, hire, train, assign tasks, evaluate performance, promote, and manage all other aspects of staff supervision, prepare, monitor, and maintain an operations budget of $200M for MRO purchasing. You must ensure that budget targets are met, build a strong team of direct report supervisors and individual contributors. You will act as a major change agent within the company. Challenge: Ideation change from transactional to strategic sourcing. Goal: Credibility building across multiple business units impacted by MRO purchasing. You will be expected to dramatically improve strategic sourcing within this commodity group. Provide advice and guidance to MRO supply chain personnel across the organization. Manage staff performing complex internal demand analysis and industry market analysis to define cost savings opportunities on targeted commodities. Report and make recommendations on the results of analysis. Lead planning and strategic sourcing and resolve conflicts and ambiguities, and implement best practices in contract administration. Manage and oversee execution of MRO purchases for the company. Manage and oversee contract performance to budget. Give guidance and assign priorities to internal personnel and business unit personnel on post award relationship management. You must have at least a Bachelor’s degree in Business Management Area. C.P.M. Certified Purchasing Manager is a plus along with a minimum of 5-7 years negotiation / strategic planning, auditing, risk management, leadership/mentoring, supervision/management, and supply chain management. You must possess a general knowledge of corporate policies, vision, mission, business goals, and operations. You must have specialized knowledge of risk and supply chain management. You must possess the following skills: Mentoring, leading, coaching, developing staff, skill in formulating and implementing strategy, skill in performing quick analysis of complex ambiguous situations, and advanced oral and written communications. You must possess at least intermediate skill level in Word, Excel, and PowerPoint. Experience in database management – sorting, searching -- PeopleSoft ARP; have the ability to determine simple equitable solutions to complex, high dollar problems, think calmly while in ambiguous situations under extreme stress, and have the ability to review and approve large volumes of complex technical information where multi-million dollar sums are at stake. You must be able to work on multiple projects simultaneously and to work under pressure, and have the ability to assess risk and formulate appropriate risk management strategies. Fax or email you resume to Donna Cates Sphar, President, CSI Executive Search, LLC at Fax No.: 512-301- 5559 or email your resume to dcs@csi-executivesearch.com. Salary Competitive.
From the ISM Dallas Job Board
3/17/08
Strategic Sourcing Manager (Dallas, TX) –
The minimum education requirements include a MBA or equivalent experience. The minimum experience requirements are: operational experience in asset management, utility services or construction management, technical product sourcing and at least 5 years experience in procurement or sourcing applications. The minimum skill requirements include advanced project management skills (certification preferred), Total Cost of Ownership (TCO) or equivalent economic valuations Process re-engineering and you must possess knowledge in basic Lean principles. You will support the development and evaluation of Sourcing strategies and relationship management processes to optimize Oncor’s growth and value delivery strategies. You will be involved in project-manages cross functional teams in the processes of targeting, opportunity evaluations, due diligence and implementation of strategic business development initiatives. You will support executive sourcing strategy development and leads cross functional teams in due diligence and evaluation efforts, develop and evaluate relationship structures and governance processes for critical supply and services contracts with respect to strategic fit, business value and risk profiles, lead cross functional teams in the assessment of operational or financial performance gaps for existing and new service relationships and identifies specific business improvement initiatives. You will structure operational and contractual aspects of strategic alliance relationships and other business transactions, manage cross functional project teams in the configuration, integration and application of new and existing sourcing arrangements or asset acquisitions Measures of Success, and contribute to developing strategic growth and value delivery options. You will act with the 'bigger picture' in mind (strategic context), innovate and solve problems, effectively negotiate with internal and external stakeholders, and provide quality and timely deliverables. You will communicate effectively in an executive environment, and successfully deliver cross-functional project assignments. Go to the web site http://www.oncor.com and search for this position and you can view all other positions that are available. Salary Competitive.
3/17/08
Sourcing Specialist (Richardson, TX) -
For Bombardier / Flexjet Procurement Department, reporting to the Manager of Procurement, the Sourcing Specialist is responsible for strategic sourcing as outlined by the requirements of the requesting department. The Sourcing Specialist manages supplier contracts, negotiates contracts, develops contractual provisions, solicits and reviews bids, and develops alternate sources while controlling costs and insuring operational improvement without compromising Flexjet customer satisfaction. You will report and interface with functional Bombardier departments, middle and senior management, Bombardier Procurement groups, and other departments within the Bombardier organization and is accountable to Procurement commitments and status reporting in line with the Bombardier corporate strategic plan, perform as lead negotiator, research and develops RFP’s, solicits bids, analyzes quotations, proposals, completes contracts most favorable to the Company and continual follow-up of supplier performance. You will respond to supplier problems with the proper interdepartmental communication within Flexjet, manage contracts and insures that suppliers meet the conditions of contract. You will use objective performance data for supplier ratings, and takes prompt action when supplier commitments are not in line with operational requirements. From reports generated from internal computer systems and buyer information, assesses supplier capability or capacity and may monitor supplier performance at the supplier’s facilities. Performs problem resolution and follow-up activities including supplier audits/ Surveillance, identification, investigation, analysis and resolution of discrepancies, report and document all cost savings and cost avoidance activity and reviews and reports significant cost escalations to Manager of Procurement. As required, reviews invoices that deviate from the acknowledged contract’s purchase order price or in lieu of confirmed agreements, and offers assistance and or expertise in resolving invoice disputes, perform any administrative work and/or cost / price analysis as required, prepare timely project status and milestone reports for Procurement Management review, and observe company rules and regulations, including housekeeping and proper use of safety methods and the safe operation of equipment. You will have the responsibility to reduce costs, inspect work and correct as necessary to meet the quality requirements specified by the customer, the Manager, and Company, support other team members and conduct self in such a manner that he/she is respected by others. You will perform all operations in a safe manner and makes every reasonable effort to prevent others from committing unsafe acts, make every effort to continuously learn and to train others, manage time to optimize productivity, communicate with other team members and manager in a clear, friendly, honest and timely manner, and perform other work-related duties as assigned. NON-PRINCIPAL DUTIES (Non-Essential Functions):
You must have a working knowledge of computerized applications, for example, word processing, spreadsheet, database, presentation software, email and specialized business applications software. You must possess proficiency with procurement contracts, language, terminology and generally accepted processes. You must possess interpersonal skills necessary to establish and maintain effective working relationships with co-workers, other business areas and government agencies as required. You must have excellent oral and written communication skills, planning and organizational skills necessary to coordinate workload around multiple assignments, presentation skills necessary to effectively communicate, update, persuade, and/or facilitate discussions with all levels of management., and you must have the ability to read and interpret reports and documents, to assimilate and interpret various sources of data and provide recommendations, and be able to solve complex problem solving issues from start to finish. You must have a ADDITIONAL DESIRED QUALIFICATIONS:
B.S. / B.A. in Purchasing, Business or related field, and a current C.P.M. certification is preferred along with a minimum of three (3) years experience in related aviation industry and a minimum three (3) years related working experience in Purchasing/Procurement. Interested parties should e-mail their resume to terri.hunn@aero.bombardier.com. Salary competitive with great benefits..
3/11/08
Chemical Purchasing Manager (Illinois) -
The successful candidate will have a minimum of a Bachelors' degree with 10+ years' purchasing and sourcing experience in a regulated industry. He or she should have experience sourcing raw materials, packaging materials, & finished goods, be a leader for the Strategic Sourcing Process. You must possess advanced negotiation experience including supplier core competency assessments, performance agreement development and surveillance, documented commodity strategies with cost input analyses and forecasting, benchmarking and scorecards. There is a detailed job description on our website in the Featured Job section at www.careerspro.com. Go to this web site for applying and your information should be directed to the attention of Mr. Andy Gilbert. Salary Competitive.
From the Ism Dallas Job Board
3/11/08
Director Merchandising and Supply Chain (Southern Mid Atlantic) -
The qualifications for this position include KEY "MUST HAVE" REQUIREMENT - comprehensive retail merchandising, purchasing, and management expertise; 2.) knowledgeable of Trade Practices, both internationally and domestically; 3.) Good negotiating skills are a must, with strong creative and analytical abilities also required; 4.) EDUCATION: minimum 4 year B.S. degree in Business, marketing, or similar; M.B.A. desirable; 5.) CPM designation preferred; 6.) Candidates must be eligible to work in the U.S now, without employer sponsorship. Your duties will include: 1. direct the selection of merchandise products and lines; 2. work closely and positively with all departments in the Group: Sales, Operations, Global Sourcing, Customer Service and Marketing to effect the most efficient distribution and maximum return on investment; 3. insure that the Buyers manage and control inventory levels while maintaining a fluid OTB on a top down and a bottom up basis; 4. identify items to maximize promotional and marketing strategies; 5. give direction to point of purchase requirements to enhance visual POP (Point-of-Purchase) signing, graphic needs, fixture development, and space planning to adequately feature new product within our store network. 6. Visit comparable retailers to research product, pricing, and merchandise presentation strategies. Keep current on new products, lines, categories, new technologies, and new concept retailing; 7. Cultivate an environment that promotes product and trade knowledge. Product performance criteria should be established and adhered to base upon industry standards; 8. Inform Team of market conditions both domestically and offshore, and with the support of our global sourcing department; 9. with the Director of Marketing and the E-Commerce Manager develop target marketing and advertising programs aimed at specific customer profiles; 10. working with the Assistant Controller Supply Operations, implement a SKU profitability model at both wholesale and retail to measure the contribution to margin by SKU; 11. Manage the statistical reporting of information by Buyer for each merchandise classification: for Sales, COGS, GPM, and Inventory. Kent Hedman by email: khedman@sbcglobal.net. Salary lower six figures.
From the Ism Dallas Job Board
08/08/08
Planner/Buyer (Irving, TX) -
The following are qualifications for this position: 1. MRP – execute and review for purchase order release and delivery date rescheduling; perform what-if analysis and make recommendations to master schedule 2. Purchase Order – domestic and import purchasing of finished goods and raw materials, maintenance-repair-and-operating supplies, etc. 3. Expediting/Statusing – oversee follow-up of open purchase orders, manage JIT scheduling, and resolve order discrepancies 4. Supplier Performance – oversee supplier relationship to include selection, quality, pricing, delivery 5. Excess & Obsolescence – accountable for inventory levels and minimizing inventory write-offs 6. Master Data – manage material and vendor master data 7. Costing – manage FOB and Unit Costs 8. Miscellaneous – ad hoc requests, special projects and reporting as required duties. Contact Sylvia Bazen by submitting your resume to sbazan@venturipartners.com . Salary $40k to $45k.
From the Ism Dallas Job Board
3/08/08
Director, Supply Chain Operations (San Antonio) - Requires at least ten years of progressively responsible experience in logistics or supply chain operations, preferably related to aircraft or the aircraft engine industry; Demonstrated leadership responsibility in procurement, subcontract and material management functions; Extensive experience managing integrated supply chain and inventory management processes and systems; Proven ability to manage logistics operations to include developing and implementing successful strategy, processes, procedures, and policies; In-depth knowledge of SAP procurement and material management modules; Reputation for superior customer service delivery; Ability to impart subject matter expertise to internal constituents, stakeholders, colleagues and customers in order to foster a creative and forward thinking approach to ethically and successfully achieve the Corporation’s objectives; Exemplary communication and presentation style; and The ability to shape the future, build effective relationships, deliver results, energize teams, and model personal excellence and integrity. Desired Qualifications: Thorough knowledge of the US Government logistics infrastructure, including the Defense Logistics Agency (DLA); Familiarity with relevant FAA guidelines for commercial aircraft engine MRO; Demonstrated expertise in managing procurement, subcontract and material management functions within a government contract environment; and A Bachelor’s degree in Business, Material/Systems Management or a related field is required (a related advanced degree preferred). Duties: Reporting to the Vice President and General Manager, Kelly Aviation Center, L.P., the Director, Supply Chain Operations will be responsible for managing all supply chain initiatives for the Center. In addition to providing leadership and expertise in the integration of the supply chain and logistics functions, the Director will play a key role in the Center’s overall performance and growth. Key areas of responsibility include procurement, material planning and forecasting, inventory and material management, subcontract management and material sourcing. E-mail your resume to LMER.recruiting@lmco.com . Salary Competitive.
3/04/08
Senior Buyer (Plano, TX) -
The Senior Buyer is responsible for the bidding process of all bids and contracts, from inception through termination, and for the purchase of supplies, services and materials for all City departments, as directed. Principal responsibilities include soliciting bids by coordinating the bid and award process with user departments, Legal, Risk Management and selected Cooperative Purchasing Groups. You will work with departments to determine proper procurement process and clarify and revise specifications, as needed, to allow for competitive bidding, maintain vendor lists and various bid and contract status reports on a timely basis, attend bid openings, documents vendor responses and prepares and distributes bid tabulations, maintain contract and insurance files, review procurement card transaction, Departmental Purchase Orders and Contract Release Orders for adherence to policies. You will coordinate all contract development on supplies and services with user departments, Risk Management, and Legal. You will be responsible for vendor interaction with user departments, reviews city-wide purchases exceeding $3,000, by assigned Departments, to insure adherence to state laws, city policies/procedures, and assists with training of Buyers and city-wide training programs. You must have advanced knowledge of purchasing methods/procedures; knowledgeable of large-scale purchasing policies/procedures and the competitive bid process in a governmental environment, possess effective oral and written communication skills. The position requires basic computer skills in Microsoft Office Products. Ability to analyze detailed bidding documents. General knowledge of procurement software is essential. Two years of college level course work with emphasis in inventory management, purchasing or business along with three years experience, in a governmental agency, in purchasing supplies, materials and equipment commonly used by municipal government agencies is required. Basic professional purchasing certification (A.P.P., CPPB, or equivalent) must be reached within one year of appointment to position. To apply go online at the Plano Web Site at http://www.plano.gov/Departments/HR/employment.htm. Salary Competitive.
3/04/08
Various Positions (Houston, TX) -
British Petroleum based in Houston has several positions open. You can review them on the web site or if you need specifics on any one of these, you can email me and I will send you the information detail that I have. They include:
Specialist, Sr. Tubular Mgmt. – Procurement & SCM (Job#: 425BR), (Houston, TX)
Specialist, Procurement & SCM (Job#: 426BR), (Houston, TX)
Sr. Procurement SCU Specialist (Job#: 178BR), (Houston, TX)
Procurement & Supply Chain Management (Job #121BR), (Houston, TX)
Materials Management Process & Systems Team Lead (Job#: 224BR) (Houston, TX) -
Procurement Systems Director (Job#: 235BR) (Houston, TX) -
Supplier Enablement Communication/Training Specialist (Job#: 302BR) Houston, TX)-
Materials Management Process & Systems Team Lead (Job#: 382BR) Houston, TX) -
Data Team Lead – Procurement, SCM (Job#: 383BR) (Houston, TX) –
Process Specialist – Procurement, SCU (Job#: 384BR) (Houston, TX) -
To be considered for employment, you will need to apply through BP’s website at: https://careers.bpglobal.com/2057/ASP/TG/cim_home.asp?partnerid=25078&siteid=5012
3/04/08
Contract Specialist (Dallas) -
The North Texas Toll Road Authority currently has a position open for a contract specialist. The purpose of this position is to monitor all agency contracts, ensure contracts are properly created, maintaining and reported, and comply with local, state and federal regulations and agency policies and procedures. This is accomplished by reviewing policies and procedures, reviewing contracts for compliance, monitoring expenditures, auditing and maintaining contract documentation, entering information, maintaining records, and tracking insurance requirements. Other duties include providing information and processing requests, filing, assigning contract and project numbers, researching information, and assisting with staff training. Reviews contracts for compliance by reviewing policies and procedures, ensuring all legal obligations are followed, reviewing insurance requirements, processing all supplemental agreements, authorizations and change orders, tracking payments, monitoring insurance certificates, coordinating with departments, and generating reports, and maintains contract files by assembling information and maintaining folders, filing additional information, and maintaining document integrity. This position monitors expenditures by reviewing payment requests, tracking payments, completing required paperwork, and updating payment requests in databases. Loads contract information into databases by entering information, processing changes, and entering reports. To apply for this position, go the web site http://www.ntta.org and download and print the application. Mail the application along with your resume as spelled out on the application. The salary range is $36k to $54k
3/04/08
Buyer II (Allen, TX) –
The purpose of this position is to provide purchasing support to City employees and departments. This is accomplished by overseeing City purchases within the $25,000 range, collecting requisitions for purchases of equipment, supplies and services, issuing purchase orders, contacting vendors and outside businesses, ensuring purchases are in compliance with City ordinances, policies and procedures, managing purchasing software, conducting training sessions for employees on software use, providing customer service support, addressing issues between vendors and City departments, conduct pre-bid and pre proposal meetings, bid openings, and handle City-Wide auctions, assisting with bid specifications and tracking annual contracts. Other duties may include serving as backup to the contract specialists and be able to assume those duties as needed, creating tracking databases for insurance certificates and bid information, producing reports of purchases. This position does not provide direction to other employees. Oversees City purchases up to the limit of $25,000 by collecting requisitions for equipment, supplies and services, examining and processing requisition forms, issuing purchase orders, contacting vendors via Internet, telephone and fax, gathering quotes from vendors for needed services or products, reviewing change orders, determining approval for change orders and ensuring applicable laws, City ordinances, policies and procedures are followed. Manages purchasing software for the City by performing system set-ups for City employees, coding authority levels and account access in software, providing system maintenance, training employees on using the purchasing software, updating training materials as new information becomes available, conducting training sessions and attending software meetings, seminars and classes as needed, maintain vendor records in system, adding new vendors when necessary, attending conferences on the software and maintaining knowledge of purchasing software. Provides customer service support on purchasing issues by communicating with both internal and external customers, receiving customer complaints, addressing customer complaints and inquiries, resolving purchasing issues, gathering product and service data from businesses, analyzing gathered data and disseminating to City departments. Coordinates Diversity Program by attending quarterly events, host a booth at local and metroplex wide events as well as conduct follow up meetings with vendors. Conducts pre bid meetings and bid openings. Conduct pre-bid meetings, issue addendums, explain specifications, insurance requirements and bidding requirements to vendors and meeting attendees. Conduct public bid openings by obtaining bids, opening bids publicly, reading out bid information and tabulate results. Serves as backup Contract Specialist and assumes those duties in the absence of the Contract Specialist. Conducts City-Wide auction, by working with auctioneer, tagging items for auction, photographing auction items, administer drop off and pickup of auction items. Serves as purchasing division website specialist and bid notification websites. Post bids, annual contracts, reverse auctions and quotes on websites. Update websites with addendum information, tabulation and award information. Prepares Achievement of Excellence Award for Purchasing Department. Gather all information necessary to qualify for the award. Bind information and send to appropriate parties for evaluation. Work requires knowledge of a specific vocational, administrative, or technical nature which may be obtained with a two year associate's degree, diploma or equivalent from a college, technical, business, vocational, or correspondence school. Appropriate certification may be awarded upon satisfactory completion of advanced study or training. You must have over four years up to and including six years. Any work related experience resulting in acceptable proficiency levels in the above minimum qualifications may be an acceptable substitute for the above specified education and experience requirements. You must have a Valid Texas Drivers License, Certified Professional Public Buyer (CPPB) preferred. Apply on the web site http://agency.governmentjobs.com/allen/ Salary $1,330.78 - $1,996.57 biweekly.
3/03/08
Vice President Strategic Sourcing (Irving) -
Our Company is searching for a market leader in the service industry. The successful candidate must be a “Strategic Sourcing Guru”, and have established a world-class SC within Strategic Sourcing. Develop the supply based sourcing strategy and integrate with the Business Planning process, lead the identification, evaluation, and engagement of key supply partners, lead the strategic sourcing, purchasing and the decision making activities to optimize supply chain solutions, promote an environment within Novation as well as with vendor/suppliers where continuous improvement is the goal. Build a world-class organization, focusing on developing continuously improving processes, systems and people. Reduce costs, improve efficiencies, and secure favorable transaction terms while cultivating longer-term, mutually beneficial relationships that ensure continuity, retention, and support of the company’s business plan, establish processes and tools to accurately monitor the size of supplier’s inventories and develop programs to improve the cost/value of said inventories. By combining scale and agility with clinical and product expertise, Novation offers the most extensive range of advanced contracting services including: contract development, contract and supplier management, custom contracting, enhanced savings programs, data analytics tools and connectivity services. Novation maintains agreements with approximately 600 suppliers and distributors. These agreements encompass nearly 85 percent of the products health care organizations could purchase. Lead the development and implementation of procurement strategies and initiatives that effectively address the need to reduce the total cost of ownership. Manage the supplier identification, selection and negotiation process; establish and maintain contractual and business relationships with suppliers; monitor contract compliance and adjust sourcing strategies based on changing business needs. Develop supply planning methods which incorporate the use of demand planning. Cultivate, champion and ensure implementation of spend analysis that will optimize the Company’s expenditures and determine sourcing priority, promote and institutionalize a standardized set of contracts for ease and quality of administration. Manage the strategic sourcing process as well as develop and implement supply chain related e-business strategies, Liaison with cross-functional teams, internal and external clients and suppliers, and maintain strong matrix relationships within the business. A background in reducing total procurement costs and total cost of ownership while improving transaction efficiencies through information technology and the development of effective relationships with key suppliers. The candidate must have a working knowledge of an established Strategic Sourcing Model, possess strong knowledge of category based sourcing, markets and perform appropriate market research analysis. You must have a solid purchasing or category management background as well as materials and logistics management experience, and strong analytical skills necessary to assess the short and long term requirements and needs of the business. Strong working knowledge of ERP systems and other supply chain technology tools. While the amount of experience is not as important as the quality of experience, a minimum of 15 years supply chain experience in purchasing, procurement, supplier development, and materials management with at least 5 years in Strategic Sourcing. The successful candidate will have a proven, senior management background in leading a multi billion dollar strategic sourcing function for a complex, geographically dispersed client base, identifying, sourcing, and securing key supply partners who have supported long-term operating objectives, cost reductions and efficiency improvements through progressive management and automation, and partnering with suppliers and clients on current as well as future requirements and inventory. You must create stakeholder value, established record of meticulous and innovative contract management and execution, be knowledgeable of outsourcing opportunities and pitfalls, and possess a Bachelor’s degree in business or a related field of study. An MBA is preferred but not required. You must have led the supply chain function in a complex company, with demonstrated leadership in total cost of ownership reduction and efficiency improvement, possess excellent communication, negotiation and influencing skills; comfortable in dealing with all levels of the organization, have the ability to articulate and frame issues in a clear and concise manner, focusing on important areas. A business orientation; understands operations and the financial impact that a sound Supply Chain function can have on the P&L, a managerial approach that works within the existing culture to effect positive change while not causing excess turmoil. Delivered results in an environment having an undercurrent of change and fast pace. You must have a strategic view of the total supply chain which encompasses both direct and indirect materials, MRO and capital equipment. The Candidate should be Action oriented; able to establish and follow-up on key priorities that contribute significantly to the business, be a team player, yet not a “yes person”; willing to challenge in a constructive manner for the good of the organization, be results oriented, be an excellent negotiator, and be adept at showcasing supply chain initiatives that will visibly improve field operations and meet their objectives. You must be an “even keeled”, no ego personality, and a team player that never compromises the team for their own advancement. This is a newly created position. The ideal candidate will have proven expertise in strategic sourcing and comprehensive supply chain background. It is paramount that this person has expertise in developing sound, long-term strategies that support the Company’s business plan. This individual will exemplify and promote teamwork, continuous improvement, effective communications, mentoring and leadership while achieving solid and consistent performance. The challenging environment is fast paced, dynamic and rapidly growing. Strong discipline, a project orientation, excellent communication skills, a commitment to impact the business, and the ability and stamina to work long hours is required. The VP of Strategic Sourcing must be technically competent and resourceful, capable of functioning in an environment that requires effective interaction at all levels. This is a high visibility, high impact position that requires a unique skill set in strategic sourcing to successfully orchestrate and deliver on these objectives. Contact Jeff Wohlers, Executive Recruiter, The Carter Group L.L.C. 251-342-0999 by email at j.wohlers@thecartergroup.com or visit the web site at www.thecartergroup.com. Salary Competitive.
2/29/08
Buyer (Dallas, TX) -
DRS Sensor & Targetings Division has two openings for Buyers. You must have the ability to develop and maintain peer relationships with: mid level executives, customers and program managers. You must have a minimum of 4 years of FAR and DFAR experience, experience in negotiating and conducting post-award administration of firm-fixed price and cost type subcontracts with Truth-In-Negotiation Act (TINA) requirements, have the ability to effectively interface with all levels of management, and have the ability to manage multiple subcontracts and to multi-task priorities. You must have Price/Cost Analysis experience, be computer literate - Proficient in Microsoft suite of applications. You must possess effective verbal and written communication skills, have effective leadership skills, the ability to possess a Single Scope Background Investigation clearance. You must have a minimum of a Bachelor´s Degree in business or a related discipline with a minimum of 6 years of experience working with government (DoD) contracts and 6 years of procurement and negotiation experience. You will develop requests for Proposals (RFQ´s, RFP´s & RFI´s), analyze and evaluate proposals, provide cost / price reasonableness analysis, negotiate subcontract provisions and meet Program targets, select or recommend subcontractors, and work closely with the program office(s) to understand key milestones, cost targets and subcontractors performance. You will negotiate and administer change proposals/change notices, deletions, or modifications to subcontracts. Forward your resume to Mr. Charles Lee at email chlee@drs-rsta.com Salary Competitive.
2/29/08
Lead Buyer - Oil and Gas (Dallas, TX) -
We represent a large oil and gas firm in north Dallas. They are in need of a Lead Buyer. This is a direct hire position, and it will manage 1-3 buyers. A Bachelor’s degree in a relevant discipline such as Business or Engineering is preferred (equivalent experience may be substituted) is required and a Masters degree in Business or engineering is also desirable along with a minimum of 8 years of hands-on experience in the purchasing of oilfield materials and services. You must have experience in a technical discipline may be substituted for direct purchasing experience, preferably in the upstream oil & gas industry, or other process-related industry (Technical experience may include a background in engineering, geosciences, drilling or technical sales.). You must have an understanding of oilfield materials and service requirements, technical standards, equipment specifications, and commodity markets. It is preferred for you to have knowledge of the Gulf of Mexico operations. You must have strong analytical skills; hands-on experience with supporting ERP systems (SAP or JD Edwards) is also desirable. You will be responsible for the procurement, distribution, and logistics of materials and services for internal customer groups such as Drilling, Completions, and Facilities to support offshore oilfield operations. Promote external supplier and internal customer relations, while adding strategic value to the procurement process. Facilitate and troubleshoot the procurement processes of the company. You will coordinate all activities related to procurement of a commodity or service beginning with intent to purchase through delivery; develop preferred supplier arrangements to add value to the procurement process and help streamline the plan-to-pay process; promote external supplier and internal customer relations by handling customer or supplier complaints and troubleshoot, design and implement plans for continuous improvement; analyze the requirements of the commodity, including preliminary specifications, preferred supplier, and date commodity is needed; and solicit and evaluate vendor proposals. You will investigate and/or interview potential suppliers to determine if they meet the specified requirements; facilitate team-based decisions regarding the appropriate supplier to be used and coordinate with planners and accounts payable to streamline the process from plan-to-pay. You will negotiate the optimal cost, considering quality and schedule requirements; monitor measure and facilitate continuous improvement in vendor performance; and implement purchase contracts that comply with company guidelines and government regulations; enter purchase contract pricing in SAP. You will ensure that the commodity is delivered on schedule, at the negotiated price, and meets quality standards; maintain timely control of orders, amendments, shipping notices, and other documents in SAP to ensure accurate retention of records; coordinate appropriate methods to distribute commodity in a cost-effective manner; perform strategic analysis and look for continuous improvement opportunities within the oilfield supply environment. You will learn and apply materials management purchasing functions in SAP such as orders and contracts and work with suppliers to obtain information required for SAP. Email your resume to Jennifer Mackey with Progressive Personnel at email: jennifer@pps-staffing.net or call phone: 972-628-6424. Salary competitive.
2/29/08
Senior Materials Handler - Warehouse (Carrollton, TX) –
Qualifications include a minimum 3 years experience in shipping, receiving, and stockroom supporting electronic assembly. You will work in receiving and inspecting incoming product, stocking product, assembling kits for production. You will be involved in shipping finished product, and maintaining an organized stockroom with high integrity in inventory accuracy. Email your resume to Tom David at Email: tomd@norvell.com
. Salary Competitive.
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