Directs and oversees the organization's strategic vendor management program.
Responsible for selection of the company's product and service providers, and procurement to reduce operational costs. Responsible for managing vendor relationships. Develops metrics to manage vendor performance and productivity. Works closely with operations, product and executive teams to determine areas of improvement.
Job Title | Job Description | |
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1 | Associate Buyer | The Associate Buyer qualifies vendors, evaluates bids, and negotiates prices and terms for purchased goods and services. Assists in purchasing materials, supplies and services at the most favorable terms for the organization. Being an Associate Buyer may require a bachelor's degree or its equivalent. Tracks purchases, monitors vendor quality, and maintains a current database of vendor information. In addition, Associate Buyer typically reports to a supervisor or manager. Being an Associate Buyer works on projects/matters of limited complexity in a support role. Work is closely managed. Working as an Associate Buyer typically requires 0-2 years of related experience. |
2 | Intermediate Buyer | The Intermediate Buyer qualifies vendors, evaluates bids, and negotiates prices and terms for purchased goods and services. Purchases materials, supplies and services at the most favorable terms for the organization. Being an Intermediate Buyer may require a bachelor's degree or its equivalent. Tracks purchases, monitors vendor quality, and maintains a current database of vendor information. In addition, Intermediate Buyer typically reports to a supervisor or manager. Being an Intermediate Buyer gains exposure to some of the complex tasks within the job function. Occasionally directed in several aspects of the work. Working as an Intermediate Buyer typically requires 2 to 4 years of related experience. |
3 | Head of Purchasing | The Head of Purchasing is responsible for planning and directing materials and supply to reduce costs and improve quality. Oversees all aspects of an organization's goods and services purchasing function. Being a Head of Purchasing typically reports to top management. Requires a bachelor's degree. The Head of Purchasing manages a departmental function within a broader corporate function. Develops major goals to support broad functional objectives. Approves policies developed within various sub-functions and departments. Comprehensive knowledge of the overall departmental function. Working as a Head of Purchasing typically requires 8+ years of managerial experience. |
4 | Division VP of Engineering | The Division VP of Engineering develops ideas for new products or product enhancements and oversees engineering involvement in the creation of new products and improvement of existing products. Establishes the overall objectives and strategy for a division's engineering activities, including facilities planning, manufacturing process design, the application of new technologies, and maintenance. Being a Division VP of Engineering requires a bachelor's degree. Provides engineering expertise to other departments where needed. In addition, Division VP of Engineering typically reports to CEO or top management. The Division VP of Engineering manages a departmental function within a broader corporate function. Develops major goals to support broad functional objectives. Approves policies developed within various sub-functions and departments. Working as a Division VP of Engineering typically requires 8+ years of managerial experience. Comprehensive knowledge of the overall departmental function. |
5 | VP of Lean Six Sigma Process | The VP of Lean Six Sigma Process develops total quality policies, standards, and programs designed to drive continuous improvement of organizational processes, products, and services. Oversees all aspects of an organization's total quality function. Being a VP of Lean Six Sigma Process directs cross functional teams and vendors in the implementation of quality programs. Creates and drives strategic initiatives. In addition, VP of Lean Six Sigma Process ensures internal guidelines and programs are in compliance with regulations and align with industry standards and best practices. Typically requires a master's degree. Requires Six Sigma or Kaizen certification. Typically reports to top management. The VP of Lean Six Sigma Process manages a departmental function within a broader corporate function. Develops major goals to support broad functional objectives. Approves policies developed within various sub-functions and departments. Working as a VP of Lean Six Sigma Process typically requires 8+ years of managerial experience. Comprehensive knowledge of the overall departmental function. |
Skills | Proficiency Level |
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Business Acumen | Level 3 |
Business Relationship Management | Level 4 |
Financial Acumen | Level 3 |