Wilmington, North carolina
Purchasing Manager Job Opening in Wilmington, North carolina - DESCRIPTION: Reporting to the Director of Procurement of Vertex Railcar, this position will develop and manage domestic and international supply sources; negotiate and implement supply agreements supporting the overall Production strategy. Purchase direct and indirect materials and services to support all aspects of the business. Ensure compliance to Standard Operating Procedures as outlined by SOP 2.9.
RESPONSIBILITIES:
Work with Sales, Engineering and Production to determine material and service forecast for Car Material and MRO requirements
Implement Supply Chain based on supplier qualifications, capacity and capabilities. Ensure sourcing activities meet or exceed industry standards in overall cost, quality and delivery performance
Direct and Manage Buyers, ensuring all purchase orders are issued and properly executed per the requirements and procedures per SOP 2.9.
Evaluate Buyer performance related to SOP compliance, Production and Facility support, and the Buyer job description
Support the Quality Assurance Department as defined by SOP?s
Ensure all suppliers on the Approved Supplier list meet qualification standards and are compliant to M-1003 standards when applicable
Execute and document training of Buyers
Evaluate supplier performance and update ASL as necessary
Audit ASL yearly, revise as needed
Audit Supplier Certifications yearly, update supplier records as needed
Assist QA Department by performing evaluations and audits at supplier sites
Finish job VP temporarily arranges
BUYING RESPONSIBILITIES (WHEN REQUIRED):
Work with Engineering, Production and Sales personnel to determine and forecast material needs. Take into consideration inventory, previously contracted deliveries, supplier lead times and usage to determine order requirements.
Review Purchase Order Requisitions (VRC F2.9-05) for accuracy and completeness, and collaborate with requisitioning parties to resolve discrepancies or missing information
Identify appropriate Suppliers from VRC?s Approved Supplier List (ASL; VRC F2.9-03) and ensure product or service provided is based on price, delivery, quality performance, current capabilities and current capacities.
Determine the most appropriate supplier based on criteria collected and prepare accurate, clear, and concise purchase orders per Standard Operating Procedures (SOP 2.9-5.1.2 and 2.9- section 5.2)
Negotiate Price and Delivery for all products and services
Negotiate best payment terms (Net 30)
Negotiate the conversion of supplies from raw material to final product with suppliers when applicable
Submit Purchase orders for approval as defined by SOP 2.9 section 5.3
Issue and place the purchase order and distribute all copies of the PO as per SOP 2.9-5.1.3 ?a? and ?b?
Scan the Purchase Order and save to the ?Scanned? file for Accounting
Monitor purchase orders to ensure timely delivery and close orders according to SOP 2.9 section 5.5
Ensure quality provisions are made and standards are stated, implemented and maintained according to SOP 2.9 section 6, when applicable
Communicate supplier Change Order requests with Engineering or the appropriate requisitioning party
Coordinate transportation of materials to the production facility and 3rd Parties
Review purchase order acknowledgments from suppliers.
Coordinate efforts with Quality Assurance department to resolve quality issues. Obtain disposition for ?supplier fault? nonconforming materials and communicate to the appropriate department(s) for disposal or shipping. Coordinate with supplier for timely replacements.
Collaborate with Accounts Payable and Suppliers to help resolve invoice issues and disputes
Maintain order records, invoice files and approved supplier lists per Standard Operating Procedures
Expedite material deliveries
Communicate unexpected delivery changes to all affected department heads
Attend training, in-services, conferences, and meetings as required
Maintain supplier files and update certifications as required
Reporting Includes:
Weekly reporting at Operations Meetings
Monthly reporting regarding Purchasing Department
QUALIFICATIONS: A viable candidate will have:
Bachelor?s Degree or 7 years of relevant experience in Rail Industry
Minimum of 4 years Purchasing Experience
Minimum of 2 years Management Experience
Job Type: Full-time
Required education:
Bachelor's
Required experience:
Management: 2 years
Purchasing: 4 years
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