Procurement Manager

The Brock Group provides specialty craft and maintenance services to key industries across North America. We are dedicated to offering the safest and highest quality service and solutions. We view ourselves as partners with our customers, our employees and the communities in which we operate. Our performance-driven culture is led by having and developing the best people, the most efficient processes and the right tools for the job. 

Qualifications and Detail about the Position

Summary:

Broad Function

The Procurement Manager is responsible for the implementation and execution of cost-effective strategies for the purchase of commodities and services for Brock. This position provides direction, supervision, and coordination of the procurement function, including acquisition planning, preparation of solicitations for bids, proposals and contract award documents, negotiation of contracts, and contract modifications.

Responsibilities:

Essential Functions

• Promote, demonstrate and instill Brock’s Bsafe and Bbest culture in all aspects of the business
• Oversee the strategic plan, policies, and procedures to align with the company’s goals and objectives
• Lead, motivate and direct a high functioning procurement team focused on bottom line results
• Lead category management activities across all the company entities
• Develop standard reports including scorecard, to communicate KPI performance of procurement function to various levels of the organization
• Ensure compliance with company and regulatory policies and procedures
• Develop and maintain collaborative relationships with internal stakeholders at all levels of the organization
• Evaluate, negotiate, and manage the most complex or strategically important supplier and vendor relationships
• Prepare and review contracts, bids, proposals, and vendor agreements for legal correctness, terms/conditions, and acceptability of items to specifications
• Establish long-lasting “win-win” relationships with reliable and sustainable suppliers for major commodities and services
• Monitor contract execution and supplier performance to ensure an efficient procurement process
• Maintain and actively manage contracts in ERP system
• Initiate timely renewal / replacement process for expiring contracts to maintain the flow of goods and services to the business
• Identify common contract risk areas and advise procurement and business leadership on the risks
• Propose opportunities to reduce purchasing costs
• Track company spend and provide ad-hoc status report and updates to senior management  

Other information:

Working Conditions

• Working conditions include outdoor and indoor field, yard, and shop locations.
• Working indoors in an office environment.
• Utilization of Personal Protective Equipment as necessary.
• Travel as required.

Skills & Abilities

• Effectively manage team, delegate work, hold employees accountable, give feedback and coach performance
• Ability to manage multiple projects and effectively meet deadlines
• Ability to make informed decisions based on available data and perspectives
• Excellent interpersonal skills, ability to communicate processes and strategies to leadership
• Strong problem-solving skills; analyzing situations, and finding solutions to overcome challenges
• Focus on continuous improvement, auditing processes and proposing resolutions
• Ability to adapt to changing circumstances and priorities
• Ability to plan and prioritize tasks, managing time effectively, and maintaining order within the team
• Ability to develop and deliver engaging, informative, and well-organized presentations
• Ability to negotiate contracts effectively
• Excellent customer service skills, effectively meeting customer needs and resolving issues efficiently\
• Expert level Microsoft Excel skills
• Working knowledge of Microsoft Access and Power BI  

Education & Experience

• Bachelor’s degree in finance, accounting, supply chain, or related field preferred.
• 5+ years of progressive experience, industrial or manufacturing experience preferred.
• CPSM, CPM, PMI certification preferred.
• Experience working within matrix organizations.
• Strategic sourcing and negotiation experience required.

Location Information: In-office role 

Liberty Township, OH

Shift:

Exempt: Yes

Work Type: Full Time

Working Conditions:

We conform to all the laws, statutes, and regulations concerning equal employment opportunities and affirmative action. We strongly encourage women, minorities, individuals with disabilities and veterans to apply to all of our job openings. We are an equal opportunity employer and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, or national origin, age, disability status, Genetic Information & Testing, Family & Medical Leave, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law. We prohibit Retaliation against individuals who bring forth any complaint, orally or in writing, to the employer or the government, or against any individuals who assist or participate in the investigation of any complaint or otherwise oppose discrimination.