Procurement Manager
Company: GPAC
Location: Dallas
Posted on: April 26, 2024
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Job Description:
Procurement ManagerRelocation May Be OfferedPosition summary
(mandate of the incumbent, key objectives)Under the direction of
the Procurement Director for Indirect and COE, the Procurement
Manager will take ownership of the development and implementation
of Dynamics 365 Finance and Operations. Long-term vision positions
her/him as a strategic leader, responsible for optimizing the
procurement team by establishing best practices and governance and
by providing high quality analytics to support business
decision-making.Primary responsibilitiesInitial Focus: Dynamics 365
Finance and OperationsIn this dynamic role, you'll initially act as
the Procurement Business Process Owner for our recent
implementation of Dynamics 365 Finance and Operations. This
hands-on phase will be crucial for you to:--- Champion the System:
Lead the successful configuration and optimization of procurement
workflows within Dynamics 365 F&O, ensuring data integrity,
user adoption, and efficient workflows.--- Drive User Adoption:
Develop and implement training programs for procurement personnel
on the new system, fostering system adoption across the
organization.--- Gain Deep Knowledge: Immerse yourself in the
company's procurement function, gaining a comprehensive
understanding of our current processes and practices, including
those related to M&A activity.Long-Term Vision: Leading
Procurement Initiatives & Building the COEAs you seamlessly
transition to the COE, you'll leverage your deep understanding of
the procurement function and Dynamics 365 F&O to:--- Establish
Best Practices & Governance: Remain up to date on industry best
practices and emerging technologies. Work closely with Commodity
Managers to identify best practices for sourcing, negotiation,
contract management, supplier relationship management, purchasing
practices, and governance for Procurement. Lead their
documentation, automation, and implementation across systems,
technologies, and published policy. Design and implement a robust
procurement governance framework.--- Analytics: Develop and
leverage data analytics to measure performance, identify cost
reduction opportunities, and drive continuous improvement.---
Support the Optimization of Supply Chain Efficiency: Collaborate
with Operations, Sales, and Marketing to monitor production levels
and ensure proper supply to locations. Develop planning tools to
manage master production schedules, liaise with suppliers, and
ensure raw material availability to meet production demands.---
Ensure Supplier Compliance: Conduct and document our supply base
compliance to all relevant regulations and certifications required
by our standards, including EHS, legal, quality, and ethical
policies.Professional Skills/Qualifications--- Bachelor's degree in
Business Administration, Supply Chain Management, or a related
field.--- Minimum 5-7 years of experience in procurement leadership
with a strong track record of success.--- Proven experience in
implementing and optimizing procurement processes within an ERP
system (Dynamics 365 F&O a plus).--- Excellent analytical and
problem-solving skills.--- Strong communication, collaboration, and
interpersonal skills.--- Strategic thinking and the ability to
develop and implement long-term plans.--- Prior experience leading
and motivating a team is preferred.--- Excellent planning and time
management skills.--- Excellent interpersonal and communication
skills.--- Proficient with MS Outlook, Excel, PowerPointPersonality
Traits:o Proficient in Englisho Organizational skillso
Self-motivatedo Attentive to details, well organized and able to
multi-tasko Analytical, critical thinking skillso Strong work
ethico Results Orientedo Interpersonal skills to build constructive
relationships within the organizationTake the next step in your
career. APPLY NOW!For additional information on this opportunity,
or other positions of interest, contact Scott DeWitte with gpac
Recruiting in Sioux Falls.All qualified applicants will receive
consideration without regard to race, age, color, sex (including
pregnancy), religion, national origin, disability, sexual
orientation, gender identity, marital status, military status,
genetic information, or any other status protected by applicable
laws or regulations. GPAC (Growing People and Companies) is an
award-winning search firm specializing in placing quality
professionals within multiple industries across the United States
since 1990. We are extremely competitive, client-focused and
realize that our value is in our ability to deliver the right
solutions at the right time.
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