JOB SUMMARY

Responsible for the companys end-to-end sourcing and procurement of products and services essential to operations. Tasked with overseeing all phases of sourcing necessary to identify cost saving opportunities, create competitive environments, creatively negotiate, and generate contracts to assure seamless availability of all products to support company objectives. Manage the activities of the procurement and inventory control departments and purchase supplies and materials at the optimal price and delivery cycle while maintaining lowest possible inventory levels. Responsible for forecasting, supplier selection, sourcing, inventory management and logistics of the mechanical components needed to ensure the Red River Plant keeps running with minimum downtime and the fleet of trailers and rail cars are properly maintained. Apply engineering expertise to optimize the procurement process, evaluate suppliers, and ensure that sourced mechanical components meet technical and quality standards. Assess and validate technical specifications, materials, and manufacturingprocesses to ensure sourced components meet design and quality criteria. Analyze industry trends and evolving technology in mechanical engineering and manufacturing to proactively identify supply base issues to minimize risk, protect continuity of supply and utilize emerging opportunities. Collaborate with engineering and product development teams to sourcecomponents that align with design specifications and project requirements. Monitor inventory levels to keep within acceptable in-stock levels and developforecasts for future demand and place orders in a timely fashion based on vendorlead times. Analyze cost structures, identify cost-saving opportunities, and negotiate favorableterms with suppliers while maintaining product quality and performance. Provide data analysis, insight, and recommendations to Executive Team and plantmanagement. Conduct thorough evaluations and audits of potential suppliers to ensure theircapabilities align with our technical requirements and industry standards. Develop and implement quality control procedures, working closely with suppliers toaddress and resolve any quality issues that arise. Lead innovation and improvement through research and recommend new materials, technologies, or suppliers that can enhance product performance or reduce costs. Work closely with internal teams, including engineering, production,and quality assurance, to ensure alignment and effective communication throughout the sourcing process. Oversee all plant procurement activities including maintenance parts and supplies, storeroom inventory, raw and supplemental materials, services and capital equipment purchases. Position may supervise 2 Warehouse Operations Associates.

POSITION REQUIREMENTS:

Primary Education and Experience Requirements:

Masters degree in Mechanical Engineering or a closely related field + 3 years experience as a Sourcing and Procurement, Supply Chain Management, Commodity Manager or closely related occupation. Other Special Skills or Requirements:

-Position also requires -Proven ability to manage large ($20 million or more), multi-million-dollar global supply portfolios across multiple commodities and countries -Experience (3 years) negotiating non-disclosure agreements (NDAs), long-term agreements (LTAs), and vendor-managed inventory (VMI) agreements. -Experience (3 years) in optimizing inventory levels, and maintaining production continuity by reductions in shortages or excess stock -Experience in applying mechanical engineering knowledge to design for manufacturability and assembly (DFMA), material selection, and process selection. -Ability to streamline procurement processes and improve supplier performance, including applying Lean Six Sigma principles to achieve measurable improvements in cycle times and supplier KPIs.

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