Procurement & Supply Chain Manager

Our client, a leading global manufacturer is seeking a highly skilled and experienced Procurement and Supply Chain Manager to join their dynamic team. The successful candidate will be responsible for managing the implementation and evaluation of all supply chain logistics and procurement activities, including production planning, material procurement, inventory control, outsourcing, vendor selection, and distribution.

This role requires strong leadership, analytical, negotiation, and communication skills, with a focus on delivering innovative solutions and achieving long-term strategic goals.

Responsibilities:

• Develop and manage materials planning for goods and materials needed for company operations.
• Create item-specific forecasts for ordering and inventory management.
• Establish integrated processes among Operations, Purchasing, Logistics, and suppliers.
• Lead reengineering efforts related to supply chain planning and execution systems.
• Collaborate with staff, other departments, senior management, and decision-makers to share information and solve problems.
• Supervise and mentor supply chain staff, including hiring, training, and performance evaluations.
• Implement best practices in sourcing, pricing management, and order fulfillment to meet productivity and inventory targets.
• Manage third-party vendor relationships and coordinate transportation with customer-driven timelines.
• Measure and present supply chain performance against goals to senior management.

Qualifications and Requirements:

• Bachelor's degree in Business Administration, Logistics and/or Supply Chain. Other disciplines may be accepted, depending on supply chain/procurement knowledge and experience.
• MBA Ideal
• 5 years of experience required with expertise in procurement processes and best practices.
• 7 years of managerial experience.
• SAP ERP experience desired, especially in MM - Material Management, PO management.
• Advanced in data management and Microsoft software (Excel - Pivot tables, Vlookup and Macro plus PowerPoint. Access is a plus).

If you are a results-oriented professional with a passion for supply chain management and a proven track record of success, we would love to hear from you.

Cast USA is a leading recruitment consultancy, specialising in professional-level talent in Procurement, Supply Chain & Operations, Buying & Merchandising, Logistics & Transport, HR and Sales. Each member of our team has extensive experience in their recruiting sector, going the extra mile for clients and candidates alike. Wherever you are in the Supply Chain, we supply the talent. For a complete list of all of our current vacancies, please visit www.cast-usa.com

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