Manager Region Procurement

Company Description Rexel USA is one of the largest distributors of electrical products, data communication, wireless communication and related supplies in the United States. Rexel USA operates its electrical distribution business in the United States through eight Regions that go to market under various banner and trade names, including Rexel, Rexel Automation, Gexpro, Mayer, Talley and Platt Electric Supply. In addition to an online store, Rexel USA has a distribution network of over 460 warehouse storefront locations throughout the U.S.

Job Description We are looking for a Manager Region Procurement to join our Parts Super Center team in Indianapolis, IN!

Summary:

The Manager Region Procurement is responsible for leading a procurement team and for an assigned region. Responsible for inventory and obsolescence management, all inventory related customer KPIs, and branch inventory profiling.

What You'll Do:

Manage and mentor employees

Daily review of critical items below minimum, allocations or stock outs for all responsible Branch's/DC'sAddress and process inventory profiling requests from the Branch's/DC'sUnderstand and update Eclipse settings to ensure accuracy of replenishment system data i.e. (lead-time, forecasting, standard package and buy multiplies)
Explain and instruct the following purchasing practices and philosophies of:
Review items for purchase; initiate changes as identified, complete understanding of all aspects of purchasing products, and Vendor metrics; negotiating, monitoring and maintaining

Identify areas for improvement and develop solutions

Present and discuss corporate inventory management goals and guidelines including:
Inventory goals, turns and/or days investment, and major vendor changes

Special reporting as requested

Consistent and timely communications with Branch's/DC's to keep them advised of current issues, initiatives, and pertinent topics

Consistently displays a customer service attitude toward the Branch's/DC's and develops a rapport with all Branch/DC and sales associates

Meet or exceed defined inventory metrics for assigned Branch's/DC's and/or assigned supplier lines

Assist with negotiations of supplier returns to reduce excess/dead stock

Some stock procurement/replenishment for assigned Branch's/DC's and/or assigned supplier lines

Assist Branch's/DC's with supplier review process/workflow request submission

Other duties as assigned

Job Duties

Disclaimer:
The information contained in this job description is intended to describe the essential job functions required of those assigned to this job. It is not intended to be an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties, knowledge, skills, and abilities needed to perform the job. Please note that management retains the right to assign or reassign duties and responsibilities to this job at any time.

The ability to competently perform all the essential duties of the position, with or without reasonable accommodation, demonstrate commitment to effective customer service delivery, integrity, and the ability to work productively as a member of a team or work group are basic requirements of all positions at Rexel USA.Qualifications What You'll Need5+ years of professional purchasing/buying experience in the Electrical Distribution Industry Prior supervisory experience a plus

High School or GED
- Required4 Year / Bachelor's Degree
- Preferred Knowledge, Skills & Abilities Excellent computer skills including Microsoft Office products

Strong data analytics skills and ability to work in Excel Effective communication skills with peers and Branch/DC personnel

Ability to build relationships with the Branch/DC leadership team and act as a liaison and business partner

Conflict resolution skills and ability to work with a variety of…