Purchasing and Materials Manager

Purchasing and Materials Manager Amarr, a part of ASSA ABLOY (the global leader in opening solutions), is a leading manufacturer of residential and commercial garage doors. We are committed to delivering high-quality products and exceptional service to our customers.

As we continue to grow, we are seeking a responsible and detail-oriented professional to join our team as a Purchasing and Materials Manager in our Lawrence, KS location.

This role as a strategic and operational leader for Amarr Supply Chain, is tasked with the supervision and direction of purchasing and material planning.
** ESSENTIAL

ACCOUNTABILITIES :
*** Ensure uninterrupted supply through effective planning and execution of operational purchasing/planning activities.
* Assist the sourcing organization in the overall performance of the supply line
* Escalate supplier performance issues in a timely manner
* Support strategic sourcing efforts and projects as assigned.
* Monitor and manage KPIs
* Other duties as assigned.
** THE MOST IMPORTANT ACTIVITIES PERFORMED:
*** Trains and evaluates the performance of direct reports. Ability to coach and develop different levels of buyer planners. Recommends team staffing needs.
* Works cross functionally to achieve success in identified accountabilities.
* Establishes and maintains proper purchasing practices. Monitors adherence.
* Negotiates price and delivery on purchased items (delegated ownership coordinated with sourcing team).
* Ensures accurate records are maintained (payment terms, standards, etc., supplier information, MRB, Rejections, etc.).
* Ensure discrepancies are resolved in a timely manner (3-way match, receiving, etc.).
* Oversee the development and implementation of processes and systems to improve purchasing/planning efficiency.
* Act as a subject matter expert for planning/buying function.
* Coordinate performance reviews with suppliers and ensures supplier scorecards are maintained and communicated in a timely manner.
* Works to resolve supply issues escalated by Buyer/Planners, collaboratively.
* Escalate issues to the appropriate channels in a timely manner.
* Maintain and publish KPI’s.
* Collaborate cross-functionally for continuous improvement of material flow, utilization analysis and supply chain optimization (lean methodology, economic order methodologies, etc.).
* Implement methodologies (PFEP, Kanban, and Pull Systems) to ensure cost-effective material flow and inventory control.
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* PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS:

*** Must be able to sit for extended periods of time.
* Prolonged use of keyboard and computer.
* Must be able to lift and carry up to 25lbs. periodically.
* Frequent use of fine motor skills for writing, and computer work.
** MINIMUM

QUALIFICATIONS REQUIRED (EDUCATION/EXPERIENCE/KNOWLEDGE/SKILLS):
*** 4-year college degree in Business, Supply Chain, or Engineering.
* Minimum 5 recent years of manufacturing purchasing experience on a progressive career path.
* Minimum 2-3 recent years managing a team of professionals (may be substituted with exceptional experience managing cross functional procurement teams and projects as well as demonstrated people and leadership skills).
* Experience in commodities buying; experience buying coiled steel preferred.
* Experience developing sourcing strategies in a cross functional, cross company environment.
* Proven experience driving internal and external continuous improvement activities within the supply chain function.
* Experience working in a structured ERP environment (Oracle, SAP, etc.).
* Exceptional leadership and communication skills.
* Intermediate to advanced level Excel skills.
* Commitment to obtain professional certification within the first 3 years if not already certified at the time of hire.
* Analytical mind with excellent problem-solving abilities.
* Strong background in supply chain (international) and inventory management systems.
* Inventory classification experience, such as ABC analysis.
* Proficiency with the scheduling process, and master scheduling.
* Proficient in supply chain and inventory management systems.
** ADDITIONAL DESIRED QUALIFICATIONS
*** Professional Certification as a:  CPSM, Certified Professional in Supply Management, CPIM, Certified in Production and Inventory Management or related certifications.
* Six sigma and/or lean training.
* Oracle Enterprise One system experience.

Benefits include Medical/Dental/Vision, Paid Time Off, Paid Holidays from day one, tuition reimbursement, and a 401k plan (with an automatic 3% company contribution, regardless of your contribution after your first year of employment) among others.#amarrcareers
** The Mission:
** We are part of a global company, ASSA ABLOY, with a diverse range of opportunities, both locally and abroad. We offer a competitive salary, training and the opportunity to develop and enhance your career. We take great pride in the efforts of our team members who create a supportive team environment and make Amarr and ASSA ABLOY such a great place to work.

Our goal is to be a world-leading…