The Tactical Buyer enables the procurement of products and services. May support global procurement requirements. Supports the development/achievement of relevant system/process KPIs as well as ongoing continuous improvement initiatives.
• Executes the purchasing of goods and services (develop and process Purchase Orders) for the division within the defined system.
• Works to optimize utilization of SAP to drive procurement efficiencies, lower cost and working capital.
• Collaborate with Global Business Services (GBS) to ensure compliance with all practices as well as leverage global purchasing scale.
• Provides support to the business for supplier/vendor onboarding, development, quality improvement and related activities.
• Identifies opportunities for supplier consolidation, leveraged purchasing opportunities, and supplier involvement in new product development/continuous improvement across the division.
• Upholds contract management instructions, policies, and procedures.
• Effectively supports plant and departmental management from a procurement standpoint for those locations assigned to position.
• Assists with the maintenance of commodity and material metrics for the division.
• Additional duties as assigned.
• Bachelor’s Degree in Business Administration, Supply Chain, or related field
• 6+ years progressive supply chain/procurement experience; or equivalent combination of education and experience
• Occasional travel either locally, nationally, and/or internationally may be required.
• Experience with transactions in SAP (highly preferred) or related ERP system.
• High degree of proficiency in MS Office Suite, Outlook & Internet applications.
• Strong analytical, prioritizing, interpersonal, problem-solving, presentation, budgeting, project management (from conception to completion), & planning skills.
• Strong verbal and written communication skills (including analysis, interpretation, & reasoning).
• Solid understanding and application of mathematical concepts.
• Ability to develop and maintain collaborative relationships with peers and colleagues across the organization, as well as, internal and external clients.
• Ability to work well autonomously and within a team in a fast-paced and deadline-oriented environment.
• Ability to work with and influence peers and management.
• Self-motivated with critical attention to detail, deadlines and reporting.
• Regularly required to stand; walk; sit; use hands to finger, handle, or feel; reach with hands and arms; and talk, hear and see.
• Occasionally lift and/or move up to 10 pounds.
• Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, color vision, peripheral vision, depth perception, and ability to adjust focus.
• Occasionally exposed to wet and/or humid conditions, moving mechanical parts, fumes or airborne particles, extreme cold & heat, risk of electrical shock, and toxic or caustic chemicals.
• The noise level in the work environment is usually low/moderate.
* Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals to perform the essential functions.
Matthews Memorialization is a leader in the memorialization industry who is committed to helping customers grow their businesses and helping families move from grieving to remembrance by providing products of superior craftsmanship and revenue generating programs and services. Within this industry, our Environmental Solutions is focused on the design and manufacture of advanced combustion systems. Matthews Memorialization is a (MATW) Matthews International company.
At Matthews International, what makes us different is what makes us great. We are proud to be an equal opportunity workplace. All employment is decided on the basis of qualifications, merit, and business need.
Matthews International affords equal employment opportunities to employees and applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, genetic information, age, disability or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local law. Equal Opportunity Employer Minorities/Women/Veterans/Disabled. Matthews International endeavors to make our employment website and application process accessible to all users and applicants. In doing so, Matthews International provides reasonable accommodations to applicants with disabilities. If you have a disability and require a reasonable accommodation or assistance completing the application process, please contact a member of our Human Resource Team.Description: LUV Car Wash was founded in Sept of 2021, and we have rapidly grown to over 70 locations in 6 states, including CA, NV, FL, GA, PA, and NJ. We are looking to add a General Manager to our growing team to help us continue our mission to become the best car wash...
...Were seeking a Board Certified Behavioral Analyst looking for an opportunity to gain hands-on experience in a unique setting. This is an... ...Full-Time - Hybrid Qualifications :~ Graduate from a BCBA program~ Current license as a Board Certified Behavior Analyst...
...About the Opportunity A precision contract manufacturer in Orange, California is seeking an experienced CNC Machinist / Setup Operator to join its team. The company specializes in high-quality machining for aerospace, defense, medical, and commercial industries and...
...transport. Completes appropriate medical records and transportation reports. Maintains a thorough working knowledge of current EMT standards of care, including equipment function and use. Complies with safety standards to assure safety of self, medical personnel...
...define the vision and product strategy for these capabilities across implementation patterns, from desktop to server to SaaS, and help Esri stay ahead of the competition by driving innovation. This role requires a proactive, self-motivated individual who will work...