Raw Materials Purchasing Manager

As a global leader in Stainless Steel, we're seeking a dynamic Raw Materials Purchasing Manager and be part of our Procurement team in Calvert, Mobile County, Alabama.

We invite you to explore this exceptional career opportunity. In this role, you will be responsible for planning, directing or coordinating the process of buying materials to ensure competitive slab costs while facilitating, implementing and maintaining an operational plan that achieves business targets while promoting cost savings.

Outokumpu is the global leader in sustainable stainless steel. We employ some 9,000 professionals in more than 30 countries who set the gold standard for innovation. The Americas is headquartered in Calvert, Mobile County, Alabama; home to one of the most technically advanced integrated stainless-steel mill in the United States. The Americas' footprint also expands to San Luis Potosi, Mexico, which is the only stainless steel cold rolling mill plus service center in the country. Additionally, Outokumpu business area Americas has a commercial office in Brazil.

What you will bring:

• High School or GED Equivalent required.

• Bachelor's Degree in supply chain management, logistics, or business administration preferred.

• Five years of procurement management experience preferred.

• Experience using supplier or third-party management software tools

Competencies and Skills:

• Contract negotiation and industry networking.

• Ability and willingness to move with purpose and a strong sense of urgency.

• High degree of proficiency in MS Office Suite, Outlook & Internet applications.

• Strong analytical, prioritizing, interpersonal, problem-solving, and presentation skills.

• Ability to operate independently while establishing strong working relationships with co-workers and cross-functional teams.

• Strong, professional, and effective verbal and written communication skills.

• Ability to foster a positive and motivating work environment, encouraging feedback and innovation.

Some of the key activities you will be responsible for:

• Discover dependable suppliers and initiate business and organization partnerships

• Develop procurement strategies that are inventive and cost-effective

• Negotiate contracts, terms and deadlines with vendors and suppliers

• Monitor and update relevant departments regarding price fluctuations of goods and vendor pricing

• Manage an efficient flow of goods to ensure optimum production

• Maintain organized inventory management and reporting of stock and consumption for supplies

• Approve or obtain approval of purchase orders to acquire goods along with organizing and confirming delivery of goods and services within the corporate policy

• Work closely with the legal department to ensure contract terms are favorable to the company and any other cross functional partners as needed

• Prepare procurement reports and periodic updates as needed

• Controlling the procurement budget and promoting a culture of long-term saving on procurement costs

• Direct and coordinate Area budget activities to ensure achievement of budget (OpEx) plan and increase operating efficiency

What we offer:

• Competitive benefit package including health, dental, disability, life and voluntary insurance options.

• Time to recharge through PTO plus paid holidays and parental leave.

• Work-life balance with a flexible work schedule so you can focus on your professional and personal priorities.

• Retirement plan and company matching up to 6%

• Employee Assistance Program.

• An equal opportunity employer committed to creating a diverse and inclusive workplace.

Salary Range: US $118,800 to $178,200

Relocation assistance may be offered.

We are an equal opportunity employer, and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, age, citizenship, color, religion, sex, marital status, national origin, disability status, gender identity or expression, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.

If you need an accommodation to complete any part of the application process due to a disability or medical condition, you may call 251-281-3631 or email humanresources.sl-usa@outokumpu.com.

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