Purchasing Manager

Overview Highly motivated individual as part of the Superior Boiler Operations team, responsible for meeting Safety, Quality, Delivery, and Cost (SQDC) objectives by leading purchasing process improvements. Oversees commercial and supplier‑related purchasing activities with a focus on supplier management, cost reduction, inventory management, and continuity of supply for manufacturing operations. Primary Job Duties and Responsibilities Lead and develop the purchasing team, creating & implementing site KPIs aligned with corporate KPIs. Accountable for purchased part‑related SQDC and metrics such as PPV, SOTD, and SQAR. Approve purchase orders in accordance with company policy and negotiated terms. Drive make‑versus‑buy analyses and recommendations to meet corporate & site objectives. Lead a team of Buyers to ensure appropriate inventory levels to stay on schedule. Ensure master data for all parts is accurate and maintained. Work with the Sourcing Department to develop RFQ/RFP and negotiate price, payment terms, quality levels, and delivery terms for purchased products. Lead and support on‑site supplier assessment/certification audits. Assist with supplier cost modeling, supplier opportunity assessments, supplier financial analysis, and long‑term contract establishment. Acquire and maintain knowledge of commodity & spend category trends and industry developments. Develop and drive acceptance of preferred suppliers with SPMs, coordinating regular supplier technology roadmap reviews. Work with engineering and site operations to support adoption of new product & cost reduction initiatives. Facilitate and evaluate Manufacturing Alerts and Engineering Change Notifications to ensure timely implementation and minimize material obsolescence. Facilitate and drive continuous improvement events targeting purchased items. Liaise with Accounts Payable to ensure accurate and timely payment of invoices and resolve discrepancies. Assume responsibility for other projects and duties as assigned by the Operations Manager or company management. Dedicated to continuous improvement and LEAN principles. Travel Requirements 10% travel required. Required Qualifications Bachelor’s degree in Business, Supply Chain, or related field. Minimum of 5 years of management experience in supply chain operations with demonstrated ability to work with frontline operations and cross‑divisional teams. Sourcing contract administration and negotiation experience. Strong oral, written and interpersonal communication and presentation skills. Experience supporting operations producing highly engineered mechanical product lines preferred. History of managing direct spend and establishing measurable improvements in year‑over‑year SQDC. Strong technical and analytical skills, process driven and attention to detail. Successful driving results within a manufacturing organization. Working knowledge of ERP systems related to purchasing. Adept with Microsoft Office, especially Excel and PowerPoint. Understanding of and adherence to applicable laws, codes, policies, regulations, and safety practices. Must establish employment eligibility and successfully complete background check, drug screening, and required pre‑employment testing. Preferred Qualifications MBA and/or APICS/ISM certifications. Experience with Access and Data Warehouse. Working Conditions On‑site at a manufacturing facility; majority of duties performed in an office environment. Presence on the manufacturing floor may be required. Must wear appropriate personal protective equipment. Physical Requirements Ability to remain seated at a desk or workstation for extended periods. Perform repetitive tasks such as typing and using a mouse. Move around the office, organize or transport files, packages, or other materials. Read documents, use a computer, and perform data entry tasks. Communicate clearly in meetings or phone calls. Operate standard office equipment such as computers, printers, phones, and copiers. Occasionally lift and carry light objects such as office supplies or small equipment. Benefits Competitive compensation based on skills, qualifications and experience. Medical and dental coverage, retirement benefits. Family building benefits, including paid maternity/paternity leave. 10 paid holidays and Paid Time Off. Continuous professional development opportunities and educational reimbursement. Additional perks such as fitness reimbursements and employee discount programs. Equal Employment Opportunity Statement Watts is committed to equal employment opportunity. We follow a policy of administering all employment decisions and personnel actions without regard to race, color, religion, creed, sex, pregnancy, national origin, sexual orientation, age, physical or mental disability, genetic disposition or carrier status, marital status, military or veteran status, minorities, or any other category protected under applicable federal, state, or local law. Consistent with the obligations of state and federal law, Watts will make reasonable accommodations for qualified individuals with disabilities. Any employee who needs a reasonable accommodation should contact Human Resources. #J-18808-Ljbffr