About Singer :
We are passionate about creating some of the most awesome automobiles in the world. Founded in California in 2009, Singer Vehicle Design is a luxury brand with a global clientele and operations in the US, the UK, and Switzerland. Our mission is described simply as: "A Relentless Pursuit of Excellence.” The company has become renowned for its collaboration with owners of the air-cooled Porsche 911 in pursuit of bespoke restorations.
Manager, Procurement - Direct:
Position Summary:
Under direct leadership, the Manager of Procurement: will hire, lead, and mentor the direct procurement team. This person will develop, implement, and evaluate the company’s direct procurement strategies and processes. Their goal is to develop a database of potential suppliers and cultivate working relationships to ease the process of acquiring materials and/or services and to design purchasing strategies that ensure constant availability of inventory and/or services within the company’s budget in a manner that demonstrates, “Everything is Important.”
This position is located on-site in our Daventry location.
Essential Functions:
* Manages a team of three (3) to five (5) people responsible for direct purchasing
* Plans and oversees the work of Commodity Managers
* Hires and trains new staff
* Develop sourcing strategies
* Use industry knowledge and expertise to cultivate new supplier relationships
* Develop sourcing strategies by analyzing the supply base, market conditions, and technology roadmaps
* Lead contractual negotiations with suppliers on NDA’s, General Terms & Conditions and Production Supply Agreements
* Support business planning initiatives and milestone attainment
* Build and maintain strategic relationships with key suppliers, acting as the lead for all commercial issues
* Manages suppliers for cost, quality, and delivery
* Identifies constraints that may impact production schedules
* Works in a cross-functional team environment as a strong team player and demonstrates ability to work with other functional groups to achieve company-wide goals
* Performs other duties as assigned
Qualifications:
Required Education/Experience
* Six plus (6+) years of related experience as Purchasing Manager, Senior Buyer, or equivalent
* Degree in business, supply chain, or other relevant fields
* Proficient in MS Office, ERP systems, and maths
* Knowledge of procurement strategies
Preferred Education/Experience and/or Certifications
* Proficient in Fishbowl or similar MRP systems
* Experience in aerospace or automotive manufacturing
* Prior experience in rapid growth environment
* Powertrain procurement or development experience a plus
Skills/Abilities and Attributes:
* Strong ability to coach and lead team members within the department
* Proficient in MS Office, ERP systems, maths, and statistics
* Effective written and verbal communications skills; ability to express ideas clearly and actively listen to others
* Team oriented, with a strong ability to multi-task and work in a fast-paced environment to multiple deadlines
* Strong organizational and problem-solving skills with the ability to prioritize effectively and efficiently
* Excellent time management with an ability to balance multiple projects and timelines and to meet deadlines
* Positive attitude and strong work ethic
Physical Demands/Work Environment:
* Must be able to drive and travel for business, including occasional travel by commercial airplane
* Must be able to work in a seated, standing, and/or walking position for extended periods
* Must be able to use fingers, hands, and arms at computer keyboard for extended period
* Must be able to speak clearly and distinctly and hear and be heard and understood in person and by telephone
UK Benefits:
Please disregard the US benefits below. UK employees receive 25 days holiday + 8 bank holidays, competitive Pension scheme, free parking, team events, employee assistance programme.
Benefits:
Singer employees enjoy generous paid time off, low-cost health insurance, a 401(k) plan with a company match, life and AD&D insurance, long-term and short-term disability, Snap-On tools for our techs, and continuous opportunities for learning and advancement within the company.
Equal Employment Opportunity:
We are committed to building a team that includes individuals from different cultural backgrounds, ethnicities, genders, ages, sexual orientation, and physical abilities, reflecting the diversity of the communities where we work and live.
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