BlueScope North America · 5 hours ago
Purchasing Manager
Delta, OH
Full-time
Onsite
Director/Executive
10+ years expBlueScope North America is a leader in the steel industry, and they are seeking a Purchasing Manager to drive procurement and supply chain management activities. This role involves managing a team of procurement professionals and collaborating with various departments to optimize costs and enhance supply chain efficiency.
Consumer Goods
No H1B
Responsibilities
Oversee all procurement activities related to sourcing key materials, including but not limited to pig iron, alloys, refractories and other from both domestic and international markets
Manage key service contracts related to mill services and ensure compliance with contractual obligations
Continuously identify and implement cost reduction opportunities across the procurement process
Collaborate with the operations team to drive operational improvements and enhance supply chain efficiency
Lead and mentor a team of buyers and warehouse staff, fostering a culture of teamwork, excellence and accountability
Participate as a key member of the broader global strategic sourcing team, contributing to the development of procurement strategies
Build, integrate and utilize data analytics to inform procurement strategies and support optimal decision-making
Engage with other members of senior leadership team to align procurement objectives with overall strategic business goals
Qualification
Required
Minimum of 10 years of experience in procurement and supply chain management, with a strong focus on manufacturing
Proven leadership skills with a track record of managing diverse teams
Strong analytical and negotiation skills, with the ability to leverage data for strategic decision-making
Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, capable of working collaboratively with cross-functional teams
Ability to thrive in a fast-paced, dynamic environment and adapt to changing business needs
Self-directed, innovative and results driven with strong focus on driving performance across procurement team
Superior writing and presentation skills and demonstrated ability to influence and persuade others
Preferred
Experience in the steel industry or a similar heavy manufacturing environment is strongly preferred
Strong academic results and relevant tertiary qualifications in Business, Engineering or Finance, MBA preferred
Company
BlueScope North America
Our businesses are positioned across the steel value chain and across North America.
10001+ employees
Funding
Current Stage
Late StageCompany data provided by crunchbase