Job Description
Job Description
Under broad, general guidelines and policies, lead and manage all facets of Supply Chain, including purchasing, logistics, warehousing, inventory management, Shipping and Receiving. Plans, organizes, controls and directs the Supply Chain Team, the purchasing and distribution of raw materials, components, and other supplies for the design and construction of automated assembly and test systems.
SPECIFIC RESPONSIBILITIES:
* Responsible for leading the procurement team,
* Develop and build a high performing Supply Chain team, focused and aligned on driving divisional goals and objectives.
* Promote teamwork and a collaborative work environment.
* Establish clear procurement policies and procedures to align the Procurement team towards achieving the long-term business objectives.
* Participate in global supply chain initiatives with other divisions worldwide.
* Support Applications Engineering in development of accurate material budgets during proposal activities.
* Negotiate cost with suppliers to drive lowest cost technically compliant solutions..
* Procure and direct project management of turnkey processes from vendors for on time/budget delivery.
* Plan, organize, direct and control the Supply Chain department applying specialized knowledge of raw materials and commodity purchasing procedures.
* Direct purchasing of material at lowest cost consistent with quality standards and delivery requirements.
* Review and approve contracts, purchase orders and invoices.
* Negotiate with suppliers to resolve problems on prices, deliveries or specifications.