Responsibilities:
1. Sourcing and Procurement: Identify, evaluate, and select suppliers for raw materials, non-production materials, and services.
2. Contract Negotiation: Negotiate contracts with suppliers, securing favorable terms, pricing, and conditions.
3. Cost Management: Implement cost-saving initiatives and strategies to optimize spending on direct/indirect purchases.
4. Supplier Relationship Management: Build and maintain strong relationships with direct/indirect suppliers to ensure reliability, responsiveness, and effective communication.
5. Order Processing: Manage the end-to-end procurement process, from requisition to purchase order issuance and delivery coordination.
6. Compliance: Ensure adherence to company policies, industry regulations, and legal requirements.
7. Budget Control: Collaborate with departments to manage and control budgets purchasing activities.
8. Continuous Improvement: Identify opportunities for process improvement in procurement workflows, implementing changes for increased efficiency.
9. Data Analysis: Utilize data analytics tools to analyze procurement data, identify cost trends, and make data-driven decisions.
10. Risk Management: Identify and assess potential risks associated with the procurement of raw materials, non-production materials, and services, implementing risk mitigation strategies.
11. Quality Assurance: Collaborate with suppliers to ensure that goods and services meet the required standards.
12. Cross-Functional Collaboration: Work closely with various departments to understand their procurement needs.
13. Contract Management: Manage contracts throughout their lifecycle, including renewals, amendments, and terminations, ensuring compliance.
14. Ethical Sourcing: Consider and promote ethical sourcing practices, aligning procurement decisions with corporate social responsibility goals.
15. Technology Utilization: Leverage procurement software and technology to streamline processes, track orders, and manage supplier relationships efficiently.

Requirements:
1. bachelor's degree in business, Supply Chain Management, Procurement, or a related field.
2. Advanced degrees or professional certifications (such as CIPS or CPIM) may be beneficial.
3. Experience in procurement, purchasing, or supply chain management, with specific experience in a manufacturing setting being advantageous.