Procurement Manager (San Antonio)

Our Company

Lancer Worldwide, a Hoshizaki Company, is an award-winning global leader in beverage dispensing. Through innovation and a commitment to dedication in action, we create products that benefit our customers worldwide, and give them a distinct advantage in the marketplace. We offer our teammates the opportunity to grow personally and professionally, to contribute to the success of a dynamic organization, and to serve others in a manner that exceeds their expectations. We welcome talented, passionate, and highly motivated individuals to join our team.

Summary

The Purchasing Manager's responsibilities include developing purchasing strategies, maintaining positive relationships with suppliers, coordinating with internal teams regarding their supply needs, and leading / developing the purchasing team in their daily activities. The Purchasing Manager works with key partners to develop long-term sourcing strategies and negotiate deals with suppliers to identify opportunities for cost savings or other improvements. Responsible for creating and manage cost reduction projects for the entire team.

Key Performance Indicators

Individual should oversee all cost reduction plans and actions across the team. Should target that 70+% of spend is under a valid Lancer supplier contract

Individual should continuously manage and improve KPIs such as Supplier On-time Delivery, PPV, Supplier Payment Terms, Supplier Lead Time, Supplier Quality Gaps, and Supplier Sustainability Scorecard

Individual should be aware of and influencing improvements to inventory stocking and assisting to eliminate excess and obsolete stock

Individual should have strong understanding of external industry dynamics, regulatory & geopolitical challenges, and marketplace trends in order to drive strategic opportunities

Individual should continuously interact with other internal stakeholders such as Engineering, Quality, Manufacturing, and Logistics to ensure that plans are being enacted to mitigate risk.

essential Functions

Strategic Procurement and Supplier Management :

Continuously develop and implement Supply Chain strategies to exceed business objectives

Monitor market trends, competitor strategies, and market suppliers to develop best cost strategies

Manage relationships with all assigned suppliers and commodities

Support supplier consolidation initiatives through the identification of best cost suppliers

Negotiate global and local supply agreements

Lead Quarterly Supplier Business Reviews to establish performance metrics and drive continuous improvement

Plan and manage the inbound material supply line to achieve Supply Chain objectives. Identify and implement process improvements within the planning / procurement process

Work with senior management to set individual objectives and ensure progress

Ensure new product introduction occurs in a timely manner and meets all business objectives

Report on key performance measures, take appropriate action, and resolve performance issues

Feed into SO&P (forecast requirements, material and capacity constraints)

Team Management and Performance :

Create annual development plans for each team members consisting of both short-term and long-term objectives, personal development and stretch projects

Host monthly performance reviews and assign actions to correct poor performance

Create educational / development opportunities for all team members

Coach and train buyers, planners and others as appropriate

Forecast and administer the departmental budget

Compliance and Sustainability :

Ensure personal compliance with ethical, regulatory, and compliance regulations.

Ensure suppliers and service providers meet sustainability goals and requirements as outlined in the Supplier Code of Conduct

Collaborate with suppliers to improve their sustainability performance

Additional Responsibilities :

Other responsibilities as needed and assigned

Knowledge, Skills & Abilities

Assignments are in the form of broad goals. There is broad latitude for decision making. Complex decisions / analysis is being made. Innovations and flexibility are being exercised

Keeps abreast of the latest trends and activities within the marketplace for assigned commodity and the supply chain profession

Knowledge of planning and scheduling techniques required

Proficiency in leading teams, recruiting strong talent and creating a culture of high performance

Competencies with expected proficiency Collaboration, Execution, Leading [Project] Teams, Initiating Action, Work Standards, Execution, Coaching, Creating a Culture of Trust, Emotional Intelligence, Guiding Team Success, Building Organizational Talent

Education & Experience

10+ years experience in strategic procurement within a technology driven company, preferably within electronics or contract manufacturing bachelors degree in relevant subject to role and / or relevant post graduate professional qualification or suitable work experience required

Minimum of 2+ years of managing people required

Understanding of sustainable procurement principles and practices as outlined in ISO 20400 preferred

Familiarity with life cycle assessment and total cost of ownership concepts for sustainable sourcing

Must be able to review and relate Engineering Drawings and Specifications

Excellent organization skills required

Very strong in sourcing and vendor management

Strong critical thinking and negotiation skills

Excellent management and interpersonal skills

Expertise in contract negotiation and risk analysis

Good presentation skills

Strong verbal and written communication skills

LEAN training or experience is preferred

Self-motivated, good project and resource management skills. Ability to work independently

Ability to lead a team; Ability to adapt to change

Willing to travel regionally

Able to develop tools and guidelines

Proficient PC Office applications; Familiar with systematic management tools.

Work Environment

Ensure compliance of workplace safety rules, including but not limited to the usage of a personal protective equipment, if provided to you, while working; not involve in any unsafe or negligent act that may endanger peers or oneself; reporting unsafe work conditions and providing suggestions to improve safety / health at work, as needed

As agreed with direct manager and other leadership, follow all work-from-home policies and procedures. As this is a supervisory position, it is expected to be in the office the majority of the time to support team members

Physical Demands

This role is primarily based in an office environment, with the majority of time spent working on a computer, participating in conference calls, or attending meetings

Sitting, standing, walking, and bending as needed. Using proper lifting technique may be required to lift objects up to 25 lb. with assistance. May have to reach for objects at or above shoulder height. May be required to operate traditional office equipment including computers, copiers, fax machines and telephones

This role requires occasional travel, which may involve extended periods of sitting, standing, and carrying light luggage.

Notice To Third Party Agencies

Please note that LANCER does not accept unsolicited resumes from recruiters or employment agencies. In the absence of a signed Recruitment Fee Agreement, LANCER will not consider or agree to payment of any referral compensation or recruiter fee. In the event a recruiter or agency submits a resume or candidate without a previously signed agreement, LANCER explicitly reserves the right to pursue and hire those candidate(s) without any financial obligation to the recruiter or agency. Any unsolicited resumes, including those submitted to hiring managers, are deemed to be the property of LANCER.

EEO Statement

Lancer provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws. This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including recruiting, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation and training.