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Date Posted: 7/23/2008 Job Title: Vice President Purchasing
Company: Little Caesar Enterprises Inc. and Blue Line Foodservice Distribution. Salary: Salary Withheld
Description/Requirements: Responsibilities include negotiating current and future contracts with vendors; planning strategically to ensure the certainty of supply, particularly in food commodities; leading the purchasing function for Little Caesars Pizza and Blue Line Foodservice Distribution; and leading cross functional teams to capture all additional lines of revenue, such as cash discount, marketing dollars and freight review opportunities.

Requirements include but are not limited to:
  • Bachelor's degree in Purchasing or related field.
  • 10 plus years leadership experience in purchasing, with experience with food commodities such as cheese.
  • SPSM® Certification preferred.
Job Location: Farmington Hills/Detroit, Michigan, USA To Apply: Email your resume and salary history to ihihr@ilitchholdings.com , attention purchasing VP
 
Date Posted: 7/23/2008 Job Title: Corporate Purchasing Manager
Company: Borgess Health Salary: $48,000 - $72,400 Annually
Description/Requirements: The Purchasing/Materials Management department at Borgess Health currently has a opportunity for a Corporate Purchasing Manager. This role is responsible for obtaining bids, negotiating and procurement of supplies, services and equipment for the system. Additional responsibilities will include oversight of purchasing, contract management and photocopy center.

Qualifications:
  • Experience in purchasing and strong knowledge of medical products, especially surgical related.
  • Bachelor's degree in business administration, logistics, supply chain management or related area.
  • Background of related work experience in a health care setting preferred.
  • Analytical skills in order to identify, resolve and make recommendations regarding purchasing procedures and policies, and maintain department operations.
  • SPSM® Certification preferred.
Job Location: Kalamazoo, Michigan, USA To Apply: Please submit qualifications to Shelly Cichy, Recruiter via email at shellycichy@borgess.com . Additional information can be found by visiting www.careers.borgess.com.
 
Date Posted: 7/23/2008 Job Title: Senior Buyer
Company: Name Witheld Salary: $65-80K
Description/Requirements: Proven proficiency in procuring trade show materials (furniture, building supplies, store fixtures.)
  • Establishing short and long-term contracts that provide the best terms and least liabilities
  • Coordinating first article inspections with suppliers to determine ability to meet quality requirements.
  • Directing and coordinating all aspects of the purchasing process
  • Negotiating competitive pricing on all materials and supplies


  • Bachelor's, preferably in business administration.
  • Experience with JD Edwards or similar MIS system.
  • Broad knowledge of purchasing transactions, contract negotiations, training, development.
  • Working knowledge of business law practices.
  • SPSM® Certification preferred.
Job Location: Atlanta, Georgia, USA To Apply: Send your resume by email to newhire.resume@gmail.com
 
Date Posted: 7/22/2008 Job Title: Vice President Global Purchasing
Company: Name Withheld Salary: $200,000+
Description/Requirements:
  • Contribute to the definition, promote and control the implementation of a best-in-class Purchasing policy worldwide
  • Coordinate and manage major initiatives for either direct (beverages, food, disposables ..) and indirect (travel, IT, fleet ..) commodities worldwide
  • Improve the Group profitability in optimizing International Agreements with global suppliers
  • Propose any enhancement in the processes and tools at the group level to achieve these results


  • Experience of 8 years min in a similar market (food, services ..) in an international and decentralized frame.
  • Bi-cultural (American / French) able to cope with multiple cultures and countries.
  • Leadership, charisma, determination. Able to convince and push changes internally and externally.
  • Sharing corporate values : Service spirit, Team Spirit, Spirit of Progress
  • English fluent, French is a plus
  • SPSM® Certification preferred.
Job Location: Gaithersburg, Maryland, USA or Paris, France To Apply: Send your resume to: jobs@bigfishus.com
 
Date Posted: 7/21/2008 Job Title: Manager, Supply Chain
Company: Name Witheld Salary: $100k - $120k
Description/Requirements: Our client is searching for a professional to manage the strategic and day-to-day aspects of its Supply Chain Department. This position is responsible for the procurement of goods and contracted services, warehousing/distribution of materials and tools, oversight of purchasing and customer service/order processing functions, and continuous oversight of replenishment and vendor managed inventory programs. The position requires a BA/BS degree in a business or engineering field and 10 years of related experience (3 of which should be in a supervisory position). SPSM® Certification preferred.
Job Location: Wadsworth, Texas, USA To Apply: Send your resume by email to jobs@jerichohr.com
 
Date Posted: 7/21/2008 Job Title: Director of Purchasing, Job Code 1219
Company: International Power Tool Manufacturing Firm - Name Withheld. Salary: $140,000+ based upon experience
Description/Requirements: Experience purchasing products such as engine components (pistons, crankshafts, flywheels, carburetors, cylinders, and ignition modules), metal stampings, powdered metals, resins, fasteners, lubricants, tooling. "Hands on" manager, not someone who sits at a desk. English/German a plus. Manage staff of 20. Annual spend: $500M. Suppliers: approx 40% domestic/60% international, in 29 countries.

Min. 10 yrs in Supply Chain & 4 yrs Mgmnt. BS & CPM or SPSM® Certification preferred.
Job Location: Virginia, USA To Apply: Send your resume to: smccredie@macservices.us
 
Date Posted: 7/14/2008 Job Title: NPI Commodity Manager
Company: Pentair Electronic Packaging Salary: Salary Withheld
Description/Requirements: Reports to Corporate Strategic Sourcing Manager, provide supply chain leadership in the companies quoting operation to assure continued company growth, continuity of supply, and sustained profitability. Will be responsible for managing RFP's, obtaining new item quotes, facilitating effective negotiations, final supplier selections and timely communication throughout the organization.

3-5 years commodity purchasing experience with US & international suppliers, including travel to critical suppliers for new part development, supplier audits or problem solving.

BS Degree strongly preferred: business or related field. Green Belt, CPM or CPIM a plus. SPSM® Certification preferred.
Job Location: Poway, California, USA To Apply: Send your resume to: Jeanne.gurtowski@pentair-ep.com And/or apply online:www.pentair.com
 
Date Posted: 7/8/2008 Job Title: Supply Chain Officer
Company: Clinton Foundation HIV/AIDS Initiative Salary: Commensurate with experience
Description/Requirements: The Supply Chain Officer will be responsible for supporting the government to strengthen Papua's provincial procurement and supply chain management systems for HIV/AIDS-related commodities, including developing the provincial warehouse as a new regional distribution center for health care facilities in Papua and Papua Barat. The ultimate objective of this assistance to the government is to enable rapid scale-up of high quality ARV treatment to people living with HIV & AIDS. A dynamic, entrepreneurial individual with a proven track record in supply chain management (SCM) is sought for this role.SPSM® Certification preferred.
Job Location: Jayapura, Papua, Indonesia To Apply: Please send your detailed Curriculum Vitae and contact information and 2-3 references via fax to (021) 4287-9147 or email to vlee@clintonfoundation.org with the position title in the subject line by July 22nd, 2008.
 
Date Posted: 7/8/2008 Job Title: Supply Chain Manager
Company: Clinton Foundation HIV/AIDS Initiative Salary: Commensurate with experience
Description/Requirements: The Supply Chain Manager will be responsible for supporting the government to strengthen the central and Tanah Papua procurement and supply chain management systems for HIV/AIDS-related commodities, with the ultimate objective of enabling rapid scale-up of high quality ARV treatment to people living with HIV & AIDS. A dynamic, entrepreneurial individual with a proven track record in supply chain management (SCM) is sought for this role. Minimum 7 years of experience in supply chain management, in health or other sectors.SPSM® Certification preferred.
Job Location: Jakarta, Indonesia To Apply: Please send your detailed Curriculum Vitae and contact information and 2-3 references via fax to (021) 4287-9147 or email to vlee@clintonfoundation.org with the position title in the subject line by July 22nd, 2008.
 
Date Posted: 6/30/2008 Job Title: Manager, Purchasing-North America
Company: Client of Smith, Scott & Associates Salary: $120,000 to $150,000
Description/Requirements: Our client is a $10B+ global leader and primary innovator of processing and packaging solutions.

In this newly created position, you will be responsible for providing strategic sourcing support in all areas of procurement--including direct and indirect materials and supplies for our four manufacturing sites and our customer site equipment assembly operations. This role is ultimately responsible for all aspects of purchasing--from contract implementation to value realization and will participate on global spending teams and cross functional efforts as the team leader.

We seek:
  • 8+ years of purchasing experience with a multinational corporation.
  • A minimum of 3 years managerial experience.
  • SPSM® Certification preferred.
Job Location: Chicago, Illinois, USA To Apply: Please send your resume to: gary.smith@smithscott.com.
 
Date Posted: 6/27/2008 Job Title: Purchasing Manager
Company: Specialty Paper Company Salary: $95-$100k with excellent benefit package
Description/Requirements: Create, implementing and managing sourcing strategies to support business objectives
  • Control the Company's purchased material costs and assuring sourcing reliability relative to delivery, service and quality
  • Has overall responsibility for procurement processes, budgets, and negotiations of supplier contracts and agreements
  • Understands tracks and analyzes key drivers, trends and regulations impacting assigned commodities. Utilizes this analysis to make decisions and forecasts ensuring reliability of sourcing at the best value for the Company
  • Primary focus will be on raw materials (pulps, synthetic fibers, fillers, latex binders, coatings, chemicals) and supplies (MRO, stores, packaging) for all of the Company's composite materials manufacturing facilities.
  • Responsible for supplier evaluation, development, and measures of effectiveness to ensure continuous improvement in cost, quality and deliver, technology/innovation and relationships
  • SPSM® Certification preferred.
Job Location: Northeast, USA To Apply: Send your resume by e-mail to mc@pirecruitment.com
 
Date Posted: 6/19/2008 Job Title: Senior Purchasing Manager
Company: Name Withheld Salary: Salary Withheld
Description/Requirements: Produce satisfied customers using 'best in business' supply chain practices. Value manager, ensuring increased value for the company, financially/otherwise, through exploitation of the supply chain. Administer contracts cradle to grave, contractor relationship management.

Bachelors Degree

5-7 years experience in procurement related to supply chain management, including negotiating contracts, developing procurement documents, and implementing and maintaining long-term contracts for large organization. Experience working w/supplier diversity and environmental procurement initiatives a plus. Facilitate and communicate w/ internal/external customers/suppliers. Proficient MS Office. PeopleSoft/ enterprise financial system preferred. CPPB, CPM or SPSM® Certification preferred.
Job Location: Austin, Texas, USA To Apply: Please email your resume in Word format to: Lparamo@cts411.com. Please reference the SPSM - Sr. Purchasing Manager in the subject line of the email.
 
Date Posted: 6/17/2008 Job Title: General Manager, Procurement
Company: Interface Solutions, Inc. Salary: Salary Withheld
Description/Requirements: This is a hands-on, key management position that:
  • Create, implement, and manage sourcing strategies to support business objectives.
  • Control the Company's purchased material costs and assure sourcing reliability relative to delivery, service and quality.
  • Has overall responsibility for procurement processes, budgets, and negotiations of supplier contracts and agreements.
  • Understand tracks and analyzes, key drivers, trends and regulations impacting assigned commodities. Utilizes this analysis to make decisions and forecasts ensuring reliability of sourcing at the best value for the company.
  • Primary focus will be on raw materials (pulps, synthetic fibers, fillers, latex binders, coatings, chemicals) and supplies (MRO, stores, packaging) for all of the company's composite materials manufacturing facilities.
  • Responsible for supplier evaluation, development, and measures of effectiveness to ensure continuous improvement in cost, quality, delivery, technology/innovation and relationships.
  • Experience and global sourcing experience a plus
  • SPSM® Certification preferred.
Job Location: Lancaster, Pennsylvania, USA To Apply: Send your resume to:jobs@sealinfo.com.
 
Date Posted: 6/12/2008 Job Title: Buyer
Company: EFC Valve & Controls Salary: Salary Withheld
Description/Requirements: Need basic computers skills, MS Office, MRP type software (SYSPRO, SAP, or Oracle).
The applicant will need to multi-task as well as, follow thru with assignments / projects.
Organize and prioritize daily purchasing duties.
The applicant will need a high level of urgency and take ownership of the position.
Create purchase orders as needed to purchase parts for stock, and services for oil & gas distributor.
Maintain pricing on product lines.
Process, and follow through with returns.
Expedite orders based on customer needs.
Maintain and develop relationships with vendors.
Look for cost savings opportunities.
Work with shipping / warehouse departments to best serve the customers / sites.
The purchasing position, co-ordinates purchases with multiple departments (Sales, service, production and sites).
Follow up with vendors on open purchase orders, and work with accounts payable to resolve any pricing variances.
The person will be required to assist in inventories from time to time.


Would prefer applicant to have a Bachelors degree, but will consider experience as well. SPSM® Certification preferred.
Job Location: Longview, Texas, USA To Apply: Send resume to kevins@efcvalve.com
 
Date Posted: 6/10/2008 Job Title: Purchasing Manager
Company: Multi Packaging Solutions Salary: Salary Withheld
Description/Requirements: Plans, directs, and oversees the Purchasing Department for growing packaging company. Responsible for sourcing, negotiation, procurement, inventory management, and cost control of purchased goods and services. Develops and oversees the procurement, sourcing, negotiation activity of the purchasing office and key corporate wide materials/services. 5+ years of commercial print and/or packaging experience required. 5+ years of purchasing management experience required. SPSM® Certification preferred.
Job Location: Indianapolis, Indiana, USA To Apply: Kelly Russell
Multi Packaging Solutions
Phone: (317) 242-1747
Fax: 866-235-2495
Email: IN.recruiting@multipkg.com .
 
Date Posted: 5/27/2008 Job Title: Sector Strategic Sourcing Manager
Company: Name Withheld/Big Fish Salary: $120,000 - $135,000
Description/Requirements: In this newly created position, the Sector Strategic Sourcing Manager is responsible for the aircraft sourcing for both existing legacy strategies and development of new strategies for new business. The candidate will be to identify material cost reduction projects and improve supplier performance. The successful candidate will have a strong engineering background; they will have experience with sole sourcing products. Also this self starter will have strong and highly accomplished project management skills.

Requirements

The successful candidate will possess a Bachelor's degree in engineering (mechanical or aerospace preferred) and 8-15 years experience. SPSM® Certification preferred.
Job Location: Buffalo, New York, USA To Apply: Send your resume to jasmine@bigfishus.com
 
Date Posted: 5/19/2008 Job Title: Strategic Sourcing Manager
Company: Name Withheld Salary: Salary Withheld
Description/Requirements: CANDIDATE MUST CURRENTLY LIVE IN EUROPE

This reporting relationship will, in conjunction with similar reporting roles in NA and China, form a copper management team. This team will focus on the complete supply chain for copper worldwide.

The primary responsibility of the SSM is to manage the copper supply chain through all European entities. This includes the annual negotiations with suppliers, contract execution and compliance, inventory management, hedging functions and supplier relationships. SPSM® Certification preferred. A complete specification will be forwarded to qualified individuals.
Job Location: Paris, France or Hamburg, Germany or Milan Italy (there is only one job but multiple location choices) To Apply: Send your resume by email to lrice@hgi1.com .
 
Date Posted: 5/8/2008 Job Title: Senior Manager Purchasing
Company: Name Withheld Salary: $100,000 Annual base
Description/Requirements: This position is responsible for the development and implementation of procurement strategies across multiple packaging spend categories (resin, flexibles, rigid plastics). Delivery of results is expected in key business metrics (cost, cash, service, quality, innovation) through individual efforts and leading / managing a team of procurement professionals. Successful candidates should meet the following requirements:
  • Four year undergraduate degree in Business, Supply Chain, Engineering, or other related field
  • Six years progressive responsibility in Procurement or Supply Chain Management
  • Purchasing management designation (CPM )
  • Experience with managing and mentoring procurement professionals
  • Strong negotiation / communication skills
  • Budgeting and Financial mgmt.
  • SPSM® Certification preferred
Job Location: Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania, USA To Apply: Send your resume in Word format to pmurphree@thesourcealliance.com
 
Date Posted: 5/8/2008 Job Title: Contract Compliance Specialist 12/13
Company: Office of Property Management Salary: $62,499-$92,782
Description/Requirements: The Contract Compliance Specialist works closely with DC Office of Contracting and Procurement (OCP) regarding pre-negotiation positions; contract award concerns, citation of appropriate regulatory and statutory authorities, preparation of necessary documentation and other issues. The incumbent receives and reviews advertisements for construction projects and supply services projects to assure compliance with appropriate regulations. In consultation with OCP, incumbent determines appropriate issues and opening dates for solicitations, assures that all solicitations are in various news papers and other advertising media.SPSM® Certification preferred
Job Location: Washington, DC, USA To Apply: To apply online, please visit us at www.dc.gov. Click on "Current DC Government Positions Available" and apply for vacancy number 9678/9605. Or email resumes to thanh-thuy.nguyen@dc.gov. Any questions, please call (202) 724-4400.
 
Date Posted: 4/30/2008 Job Title: Raw Materials Buyer
Company: Mars Retail Group, a division of Mars Inc. Salary: Salary Withheld
Description/Requirements: Candidate is responsible for efficient procurement of all Co-manufactured items and food items to support Retail Store s an draw materials required for the production of Gourmet Chocolate. Will search/select/qualify/utilize qualified suppliers in a wide range of industries, and contracting/negotiating for goods. Understands supplier's processes, quality procedures and costs.

Qualifications:
  • 2 years mfg purchasing experience. Understanding of supply chain. Follows all GMP's.
  • Demonstrated proficiency in ManMan and Microsoft Office applications.
  • Undergraduate Degree in Business preferred
  • APICS, AMA, NAPM sponsored course completion and/or SPSM® Certification preferred
Job Location: Henderson, Nevada, USA To Apply: To apply, please visit www.ethelschocolate.com/careers for the link to our online application process.
 
Date Posted: 4/24/2008 Job Title: Packaging Buyer
Company: Mars Retail Group, a division of Mars Inc. Salary: Salary Withheld
Description/Requirements: Candidate is responsible for efficient procurement of all packaging required for the production of Gourmet Chocolate and Retail Stores. Will search/select/qualify/utilize qualified suppliers in a wide range of industries, and contracting/negotiating for goods. Partner with marketing, Research & Development, and plant operations to use alternate materials specifications and alternate sourcing strategies to deliver lowest total cost.

Qualifications:
  • 2 years mfg purchasing experience.
  • Demonstrated proficiency in ManMan and Microsoft Office applications.
  • Undergraduate Degree in Business preferred
  • APICS, AMA, NAPM sponsored course completion and/or SPSM® Certification preferred
Job Location: Henderson, Nevada, USA To Apply: To apply, please visit www.ethelschocolate.com/careers for the link to our online application process.
 
Date Posted: 4/30/2008 Job Title: Services/MRO/Capital Buyer
Company: Mars Retail Group, a division of Mars Inc. Salary: Salary Withheld
Description/Requirements: Candidate will manage all aspects of procurement for all services, capital and MRO for all Mars Retail Group's retail stores, manufacturing and office sites. Responsibilities include delivering cost initiatives, including value for money and reduced risk, and to develop efficient response strategies. Perform purchasing activities through negotiating and implementing cost effective and valued contracts. Lead bid activities, obtain competitive bids and identify negotiation opportunities.

Qualifications:
  • 2 years purchasing experience.
  • Posses excellent mathematical skills.
  • Undergraduate Degree preferred
  • APICS, AMA, NAPM sponsored course completion and/or SPSM® Certification preferred
Job Location: Henderson, Nevada, USA To Apply: To apply, please visit www.ethelschocolate.com/careers for the link to our online application process.
 
Date Posted: 4/24/2008 Job Title: Director - Indirect Spend
Company: Name Withheld Salary: $110 - 125K + 20% bonus
Description/Requirements: The Director, Indirect Spend will set expectations and own his/her growth strategy and the associated projects. He/she will also ensure that Indirect Spend activities align with the Company's corporate supply chain strategies by performing the following duties personally or in conjunction with supply chain management:
  • Key corporate supplier relationship management of Indirect Spend suppliers.
  • Develops corporate strategic Indirect Spend management plan in conjunction with SVP Supply Chain.
  • Provides analysis and knowledge of Indirect Spend product category(s).
  • Negotiates national based programs.
  • Manages Indirect Spend specific category contracts in compliance with Company corporate policy and procedure guidelines.
  • Reviews all regional requests of vendor or program modifications.
  • Works with logistics department to provide most efficient delivery of Indirect Spend product categories.
  • Collaborates with Regional Supply Chain Managers to ensure specific product categories are supported by the regions.
  • Represents the company at professional and trade associations relating to supply chain.
  • May perform other duties as assigned.
  • SPSM® Certification preferred .
Job Location: Denver, Colorado, USA To Apply: Send your resume by email to Maureen@gemresourcing.com
 
Date Posted: 4/24/2008 Job Title: Purchasing Director
Company: CellFor Inc. Salary: Salary Withheld
Description/Requirements: Currently recruiting for full-time Purchasing Director to assume responsibility for all Purchasing/Warehouse and Inventory Management duties world-wide. This job would entail responsibility to source, identify and set up systems, policies and procedures and will have a team of 4 direct reports.

Prerequisites:
  • SPSM® Certification preferred .
  • Minimum 3 yrs experience in Purchasing Manager or Director role
  • Experience in a scientific field preferred
  • IT experience definite asset
  • University degree in Chemistry, Engineering or Packaging Discipline desirable


Job Location: Victoria, British Columbia, Canada To Apply: Send resume and cover letter by email to kseiler@cellfor.com
 
Date Posted: 4/18/2008 Job Title: Purchasing Leader
Company: Name Withheld Salary: $100-$120,000
Description/Requirements: Formulate, manage, implement strategic procurement plans / objectives in line with corporate and business unit goals. Lead various work teams related to buying, logistical planning, expediting of materials and parts to manufacturing in a JIT environment. Direct a group of twenty plus, including six PA's and Cost improvement engineers. Ability to manage $300+Million spend and 100+ supplier base. Lead team in execution of strategic buying techniques, process controls, ISO, supplier certification and quality policies, standards. Demonstrated results in negotiating best vendor terms, pricing, and delivery. Experience in global sourcing. SPSM® Certification preferred . Purchasing or Supply Chain certifications are a plus. BS or BA Degree
Job Location: Ames, Iowa, USA To Apply: Send your resume by email to: bguard@one.net Exclusive search assignment
 
Date Posted: 4/8/2008 Job Title: Supplier Development Engineer
Company: Fortune 500 client of CorporateSearch Salary: $68K-$73K starting base salary + bonus + comprehensive family health insurance benefits + 401K attractive retirement plan + career advancement opportunities + relocation.
Description/Requirements: Execute supplier development plans in coordination with global supply management and quality assurance strategies. Must haves: 4 year degree, experience in both quality and supplier development, six sigma exp. a plus. SPSM® Certification preferred .

Job Location: Central Arkansas. Close to Little Rock and Memphis, Tennessee, USA To Apply: Send your resume by email to: msmythe@corporatesearchusa.com Please include your 1 yr. salary history.
 
Date Posted: 4/3/2008 Job Title: Buyer-Purchasing Pro
Company: Name Withheld Salary: Salary Withheld
Description/Requirements: Fortune 500 supplier to both industrial and consumer products firms seeks Buyer with strong desire to grow. As Buyer you will work with the Supply Chain team. You will be in charge of key commodities involved in the manufacture of the company's line of products.

SKILLS / EXPERIENCE
You must have a track record of proven success in cost reduction and productivity improvement using innovative approaches to Supply Chain Management.

We prefer a candidate who has been managing a total spend of $10M-$20M

Excellent knowledge of systems, such as SAP, ERP, MRP is preferred. Six Sigma background and experience in Lean Manufacturing is also highly desired. Degree required. SPSM® Certification preferred .
Job Location: Minnesota, USA To Apply: Email Keith Ward at: keith@mrkinston.com
 
Date Posted: 3/24/2008 Job Title: Purchasing Manager for Paper and Packaging Distributor
Company: Regal Poly & Paper Co. Salary: $40,000-$50,000/year
Description/Requirements: We are currently looking for responsible, detailed, multi task oriented individual with good follow through and communication skills with 2-4 years experience in purchasing preferably with a distributor. Responsibilities include, but are not limited to:

Communicating and negotiating with our vendors

Purchasing and Following up on orders

Managing inventory

Knowledgeable in Excel

Bi-lingal a plus

SPSM® Certification preferred .

Job Location: Los Angeles, California, USA To Apply: Send your resume to Sue@papercutters.net
 
Date Posted: 3/14/2008 Job Title: Indirect Procurement Specialist - multiple roles available
Company: Name Withheld Salary: $90-115K + 20-25% annual bonus
Description/Requirements:
  • Developing market sector strategies;
  • Develop demand planning strategies based on current and future needs of stakeholders.
  • SPSM® Certification highly desired.
  • Bachelors Degree and 5+ years of experience
  • 5+ yrs of experience in IT procurement, specifically ERP consultancy services and/or products, including e-commerce and electronic payment systems;
  • Demonstrated experience in sustaining delivery in strategy development, tender process, negotiations, agreement execution and supplier performance management.
Job Location: Houston, Texas, USA To Apply: Send your resume to jh@intuitive-search.com or call to discuss at 281-392-3710
 
Date Posted: 3/13/2008 Job Title: Purchasing Agent
Company: Green Chimneys Children's Services Salary: Salary Withheld
Description/Requirements: Reporting to the Assistant Executive Director will consolidate, standardize and integrate purchasing throughout the agency's programs. Minimum of 5 years experience and/or Bachelor's Degree. Must be a self-starter with excellent communication skills, problem solving abilities and computer skills, including MS Office and purchasing through the Internet. SPSM® Certification preferred .
Job Location: Brewster, New York, USA To Apply: Please email your resume with salary requirements, referencing (PA) to employment@greenchimneys.org ; or fax to 845-279-6726. www.greenchimneys.org. EOE.
 
Date Posted: 3/12/2008 Job Title: Division Sourcing& Purchasing Manager
Company: Name Withheld Salary: 85-100k And Bonus
Description/Requirements: Direct activities of Division's purchases of raw materials, supplies, equipment, parts and services. Supervise a team of Sourcing
Specialists and Buyers at four locations.
Knowledgeable of castings, forgings and machined components.
Degreed,6-8 years of purchasing/managerial experience with certification. SPSM® Certification preferred.
Must embrace lean enterprises principles and practices.
Relo Assistance
No phone calls please
Job Location: Cleveland, Ohio, USA To Apply: E-mail resume to davidanthony99@juno.com
 
Date Posted: 3/12/2008 Job Title: Buyer
Company: Name Withheld Salary: $75,000 - 80,000 + bonus
Description/Requirements:
  • Manage $30-40M in spend spread out across the commodity categories of Natural Gas, Electricity, Capital Equipment and Construction Services.
  • Work closely with Capital Equipment engineers as purchasing lead to support the equipment and construction services - procurement needs;
  • Work with natural gas and electricity utilities at sites in PA, MI, NY, WA, and MA to plan and purchase in line with needs and budgeted levels;
  • Monitor movement of the Natural Gas / Financial Markets in order to prepare the monthly Energy report and present to the Energy team;
  • Support building managers to set up MRO and all Indirect purchasing agreements;
  • Requires 5-7 years of solid purchasing background; strong analytical skills; and strong MS Excel skills in order to manipulate sophisticated reports that are used in the budgeting process;
  • SPSM® Certification preferred .
Job Location: Bedford, Massachusetts, USA To Apply: Send your resume by email to Jason@topgradingsolutions.com
 
Date Posted: 3/7/2008 Job Title: Director of Purchasing
Company: Océ North America Salary: Salary Withheld
Description/Requirements: The Director of Purchasing develops policies, procedures and objectives for the operation of the purchasing group for internal goods and services in accordance with departmental, corporate objectives and limits of authority. Obtains necessary purchases at lowest cost consistent with approved quality and standards. This position also recommends improvements in overall purchasing programs which will advance the interests of the corporation. Please visit our website for full listing of responsibilities and qualifications.

SPSM® Certification preferred. Must have experience with internal goods and services/ indirect sourcing.
Job Location: Chicago, Illinois, USA To Apply: Please use link below to apply or visit our web site at www.oceusa.com.
https://jobs-oce.icims.com/oce_jobs/jobs/candidate/job.jsp?mode=view&jobid=7527
 
Date Posted: 2/13/2008 Job Title: Procurement Supervisors(2 positions)
Company: Shaw International Salary: Salary Withheld
Description/Requirements: Engineer with at least 10 to 12 years of exp, as a senior procurement supervisor, and from the Nuclear Power Plant Construction Industry. Relocation - China - potential 4 to 6 yrs of contract. SPSM® Certification preferred .

AP 1000 Project - Construction of Civilian Nuclear Power Plants
Job Location: China To Apply: Kind Attn - Mr. Kamal Mehta
Recruitment Manager
Shaw International
Email kamal.mehta@shawgrp.com
Mobile 00971503480667
 
Date Posted: 2/8/2008 Job Title: Advanced Purchasing Buyer (Engineering/Manufacturing Sector)
Company: Name Withheld Salary: 60K-70K
Description/Requirements: Req'd Education: 4 Year Degree; BS in appropriate field/SPSM® Certification preferred .

**DOMESTIC RELOCATION ONLY** We are in search of a highly talented Purchasing Professional for the procurement of components to be used in the assembly and manufacture of consumer durable goods. Must have experience working with Product Development Engineering on driving cost out of new product development and product launch, proven project management skills. You will work closely with the Engineering Group to provide guidance in the design of components for optimal supply chain efficiency.

The successful candidate will have a minimum of 5+ years of purchasing experience in a high volume consumer goods manufacturing and engineering environment. Comprehensive knowledge of the supply chain processes is a must as well as proven project management and negotiation skills. SPSM® Certification preferred .
Job Location: Saint Cloud, Minnesota, USA To Apply: Please send your resume to deji@innovisgroup.com Or call 512-659-1545 for more details.
 
Date Posted: 2/8/2008 Job Title: Global Commodity Manager, Metals
Company: Pentair, Inc. Salary: Salary withheld
Relocation negotiable
Description/Requirements: Create and implement Metals Commodity Strategies to leverage the total company spend.

Lead Pentair divisional Commodity Managers in developing critical material and supply chain initiatives intended to significantly improve cost productivity, improve quality, shorten lead time, and develop a world class supply base.

Requirements:
4 year degree

8+ years experience in supply management, preferably working for a manufacturer of durable goods.

Working experience with steel service centers and global steel mills desirable.

Experience with metal fabrication and stamping, casting, and machining preferable.

SPSM® Certification preferred.
Job Location: Anoka, Minnesota, USA To Apply: Send your resume by email to corprecruiting@pentair.com
 
Date Posted: 2/8/2008 Job Title: Global Commodity Manager, Electronics
Company: Pentair, Inc. Salary: Salary withheld
Relocation offered
Description/Requirements: Create and implement Electronic Commodity Strategies to leverage the total company spend.

Lead Pentair divisional Commodity Managers in developing critical material and supply chain initiatives intended to significantly improve cost productivity, improve quality, shorten lead time, and develop a world class supply base.

Requirements:
4 year degree

8+ years experience in supply management, preferably working for a manufacturer of durable goods.

Experience with sourcing of electronic, or electrical components (such as PCBA's, sensors, connectors, cable assembles, etc) is required