Purchasing Manager

Purchasing And Materials ManagerAmarr, a part of ASSA ABLOY (the global leader in opening solutions), is a leading manufacturer of residential and commercial garage doors. We are committed to delivering high-quality products and exceptional service to our customers.As we continue to grow, we are seeking a responsible and detail-oriented professional to join our team as a Purchasing and Materials Manager in our Lawrence, KS location.This role as a strategic and operational leader for Amarr Supply Chain, is tasked with the supervision and direction of purchasing and material planning.Essential Accountabilities:Ensure uninterrupted supply through effective planning and execution of operational purchasing/planning activities.Assist the sourcing organization in the overall performance of the supply lineEscalate supplier performance issues in a timely mannerSupport strategic sourcing efforts and projects as assigned.Monitor and manage KPIsOther duties as assigned.The Most Important Activities Performed:Trains and evaluates the performance of direct reports. Ability to coach and develop different levels of buyer planners. Recommends team staffing needs.Works cross functionally to achieve success in identified accountabilities.Establishes and maintains proper purchasing practices. Monitors adherence.Negotiates price and delivery on purchased items (delegated ownership coordinated with sourcing team).Ensures accurate records are maintained (payment terms, standards, etc., supplier information, MRB, Rejections, etc.).Ensure discrepancies are resolved in a timely manner (3-way match, receiving, etc.).Oversee the development and implementation of processes and systems to improve purchasing/planning efficiency.Act as a subject matter expert for planning/buying function.Coordinate performance reviews with suppliers and ensures supplier scorecards are maintained and communicated in a timely manner.Works to resolve supply issues escalated by Buyer/Planners, collaboratively.Escalate issues to the appropriate channels in a timely manner.Maintain and publish KPI's.Collaborate cross-functionally for continuous improvement of material flow, utilization analysis and supply chain optimization (lean methodology, economic order methodologies, etc.).Implement methodologies (PFEP, Kanban, and Pull Systems) to ensure cost-effective material flow and inventory control.Physical Requirements:Must be able to sit for extended periods of time.Prolonged use of keyboard and computer.Must be able to lift and carry up to 25lbs. periodically.Frequent use of fine motor skills for writing, and computer work.Minimum Qualifications Required (Education/Experience/Knowledge/Skills):4-year college degree in Business, Supply Chain, or Engineering.Minimum 5 recent years of manufacturing purchasing experience on a progressive career path.Minimum 2-3 recent years managing a team of professionals (may be substituted with exceptional experience managing cross functional procurement teams and projects as well as demonstrated people and leadership skills).Experience in commodities buying; experience buying coiled steel preferred.Experience developing sourcing strategies in a cross functional, cross company environment.Proven experience driving internal and external continuous improvement activities within the supply chain function.Experience working in a structured ERP environment (Oracle, SAP, etc.).Exceptional leadership and communication skills.Intermediate to advanced level Excel skills.Commitment to obtain professional certification within the first 3 years if not already certified at the time of hire.Analytical mind with excellent problem-solving abilities.Strong background in supply chain (international) and inventory management systems.Inventory classification experience, such as ABC analysis.Proficiency with the scheduling process, and master scheduling.Proficient in supply chain and inventory management systems.Additional Desired QualificationsProfessional Certification as a: CPSM, Certified Professional in Supply Management, CPIM, Certified in Production and Inventory Management or related certifications.Six sigma and/or lean training.Oracle Enterprise One system experience.Benefits include Medical/Dental/Vision, Paid Time Off, Paid Holidays from day one, tuition reimbursement, and a 401k plan (with an automatic 3% company contribution, regardless of your contribution after your first year of employment) among others.