Purchasing Jobs

Jobs For SPSM ®-Certified Purchasing Professionals

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Job Location: Sacramento, California, USA To Apply: To be considered for this position please visit our web site and apply on line at the following link: http://apptrkr.com/304323



 
Date Posted: 4/16/2012 Job Title: Procurement & Vendor Contracts Manager
Company: NCO Salary: Salary Withheld
Description/Requirements:
  • Manage procurement staff and all activities and aspects of the purchasing function while helping to develop a best practices purchasing program for the company.
  • Facilitate the administration of RFX (i.e., Request for Information, Request for Proposal, and Request for Quotation) processes, contract proposals, and executed contracts through collaborating with Corporate Legal, Executive teams, and Staff .
  • SPSM® Certification a plus
  • Bachelor's Degree or equivalent in relevant work experience.
  • Go to www.ncogroup.com/careers - hob ID 120000851 for a full description
Job Location: Horsham, PA or Dallas, TX, USA To Apply: Please fill out our online application at www.ncogroup.com/careers - job ID 120000851
 
Date Posted: 2/22/2012 Job Title: Supply Chain Manager
Company: Name Withheld Salary: $130,000 + Bonus
Description/Requirements: Experience in and logistics, procurement, production scheduling/planning and inventory control.

ISO 9000 environment

GMP experience and SPSM® Certification a plus

ERP systems an IFS a+ and COGS.

Develop and implement policies, procedures and control systems to reduce cost, streamline procedures and process improvements.

Negotiate, execute and monitor supply contracts.

Manage Raw Material, Work-In-Process, and Finished Goods Inventories to meet production plans and customer expectations.

Participate in final implementation of ERP system while taking advantage of system functionality to improve operational efficiency and reduce COGS.

Full job description go to: www.conservaresources.com
Job Location: Morristown, New Jersey, USA To Apply: Send resume via email as a MS Word attachment file to: rconserva@aol.com



 
Date Posted: 1/5/2012 Job Title: Category Manager
Company: Tyson Foods, Inc. Salary: $100 - 125K + 15% bonus
Description/Requirements:
  • This position will be responsible for leading collaborative, cross-functional teams to analyze spend, develop and execute actionable spend management strategies, and proactively manage the supply base for specified cooking ingredient categories with a spend of approximately $400 million. Specific duties include, but aren't limited to: developing and managing all proposal activities associated with conducting category reviews; leading negotiations and completion of contracts with suppliers; establishing a strong network and fostering collaboration with internal customers, suppliers and other key stakeholders; conducting supplier and commodity risk assessments; monitoring specific commodity market trends developing technologies and supply/demand challenges; serving as Tyson's subject matter expert for these commodity markets to establish the most competitive cost position for the respective categories; developing spend management, and supplier performance strategies to maximize Tyson's total value; implement corporate and divisional initiatives to meet desired business goals and objectives.
  • Education: Bachelor's degree required. Master's Degree preferred SPSM® Certification a plus
  • Experience: 5+ years Sourcing and/or Category Management experience required. Specific commodity experience in dairy, wheat, vegetables, and/or corn/soy oil is preferred.
  • Special Skills: In depth understanding of raw material commodity markets; strong analytical skills, and leadership ability.
Job Location: Springdale, Arkansas, USA To Apply: Apply online at www.tyson.com. Reference Category Manager. Position number is 23328BR.
 
Date Posted: 12/9/2011 Job Title: Director of Global Strategic Sourcing - Softlines
Company: Name Withheld Salary: $100 - 125K + 15% bonus
Description/Requirements:
  • Develop/Execute finished goods global strategic sourcing strategy;
  • Manage key supplier relationships, matrix oversight of sourcing team in China;
  • Lead supplier rationalization efforts;
  • Drive supplier innovation in order to bring new products to market;
  • Initiate negotiations with suppliers;
  • Move beyond traditional sourcing in China, identify options in places like Eastern Europe, Central / Latin America, India, etc. to drive finished goods sourcing strategy;
Background:
  • 7-10 years sourcing experience (previous experience in engineering or product development a plus);
  • Sourcing experience from China required
  • Knowledge of resins or textiles commodity pricing;
  • Program management experience;
  • SPSM® Certification a plus
  • Bachelor's Degree required.
Job Location: Golden, Colorado, USA To Apply: Send your resume by email to kmcandrews@jny.com or apply online at jonesgroupinc.com/careers
 
Date Posted: 12/9/2011 Job Title: Director of Global Strategic Sourcing - Hardlines
Company: Name Withheld Salary: $100 - 125K + 15% bonus
Description/Requirements:
  • Develop/Execute finished goods global strategic sourcing strategy;
  • Manage key supplier relationships, matrix oversight of sourcing team in China;
  • Lead supplier rationalization efforts;
  • Drive supplier innovation in order to bring new products to market;
  • Initiate negotiations with suppliers;
  • Move beyond traditional sourcing in China, identify options in places like Eastern Europe, Central / Latin America, India, etc. to drive finished goods sourcing strategy;
Background:
  • 7-10 years sourcing experience (previous experience in engineering or product development a plus);
  • Sourcing experience from China required
  • Knowledge of resins or textiles commodity pricing;
  • Program management experience;
  • SPSM® Certification a plus
  • Bachelor's Degree required.
Job Location: Golden, Colorado, USA To Apply: Please go to our website www.lifeworksearch.com/supply_chain and visit the careers page.
 
Date Posted: 11/22/2011 Job Title: Purchasing Agent
Company: The Jones Group, Inc. Salary: Salary Withheld
Description/Requirements: The Jones Group, Inc. currently has an opportunity for a Purchasing Agent with 2-4 years experience. This position is responsible for Spend Analysis of Corporate G&A (General & Administrative) categories to create RFI/RFQ (Request for Information/Request for Quotation) projects to enable the bidding process. The Purchasing Agent will evaluate vendor quotes and services to determine most desirable suppliers. The individual must be familiar with writing RFI and RFQ documents, administering the bid process, be familiar with standard concepts, practices, and procedures within the Procurement Field. Must have Bachelors degree and SPSM® Certification is a plus.

We are an EOE/Affirmative Action Employer
Job Location: Bristol, Pennsylvania USA To Apply: Send your resume by email to kmcandrews@jny.com or apply online at jonesgroupinc.com/careers
Job Location: Milan, Italy To Apply: Send resume via email to: patroben@ymail.com
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