Director, Procurement Operations

Director, Procurement Operations

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Crystal Clean (CC) is one of the nation’s leading privately held companies in the environmental waste services industry. We are seeking highly motivated individuals with a strong work ethic to join our rapidly growing company. Crystal Clean offers competitive compensation, excellent benefits, and opportunities for advancement. We are willing to provide complete training for this opportunity!

The Director Procurement Operations is responsible for developing and implementing a strategy to procure goods and services in the most efficient and cost‑effective manner which supports the various objectives of the business. A prioritization will be placed on areas of significant spend for the company such as solvent, containers, etc.

• Lead a team of 8–12 buyers, located nationwide
• Develop a deep understanding of CC’s business and the needs of its various functions (i.e., the internal customers of the procurement/purchasing function)
• Develop an effective working relationship with managers throughout the organization to facilitate effective procurement and support for all aspects of the business
• Develop, lead, and execute effective procurement strategies
• Develop strong relationships with significant vendors and provide direct interface with same
• Execute role as primary administrator and manager of the Coupa procurement and expense management system. Includes management for procurement requests and invoice approvals
• Track and report key functional metrics to reduce expense and improve effectiveness
• Craft negotiation strategies and close deals with optimal terms
• Forecast price and market trends to identify changes in balance in buyer‑supplier power
• Assess, manage, and mitigate risks
• Conduct Request for Proposal (RFP) processes in all areas of the business to identify partners who can provide maximum value to CC

• Manage the sourcing of solvent (e.g., mineral spirits, etc.), containers and container lids, parts cleaning machines, etc., including identification of service, safety, and regulatory requirements. Also manage the volume of materials required as well as the timing of delivery of said materials
• Travel, up to 50%

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential and other duties satisfactorily. The following requirements are representative of the knowledge, skill and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform essential functions.

• Familiarity with sourcing and vendor management
• Strong competence in negotiation and networking
• Adheres to established schedules and deadlines
• Excellent written and verbal communication abilities
• Excellent negotiation skills
• Present a positive image of Crystal Clean to fellow employees, external contacts, and the general public

• 10 or more years of related procurement/purchasing management experience. Experience in the hazardous and non‑hazardous waste disposal/management industry with direct involvement in disposal activities a plus
• Experience in implementing and executing the procedures and systems required in a well‑run, efficient procurement function
• Work experience that includes the use of the Coupa procurement and expense management system
• Work experience that demonstrates analytical skills with reference to evaluation of purchasing and cost data, development of trends, systems operations, and expense control efforts
• Experience in establishing and implementing a robust process of vendor KPI reporting
• Experienced in operating in a regulated environment

• Bachelor’s degree preferred in related field

• Capability to effectively organize time, tasks, and several projects simultaneously
• Solid judgement along with decision making skills
• Familiarity with and knowledge of the Coupa procurement and expense management system
• Advanced knowledge of Excel required
• Basic knowledge of Word and Outlook required
• Excellent communicator

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