Ensure effective execution of major projects as they relate to procurement
Work with cross-functional partners to optimize and grow business
Participate in project/sales meetings as project core team member
Determine best costs for go to market
Optimize supply base and internal workflows
Create project procurement concepts and plans
Analyze inquiries during bid preparation/opportunity management phase
Support project calculations with reliable material cost data
Provide insight to the sourcing strategy by highlighting known supply risks and opportunities
Initiate the Project Procurement Plan
Establish sourcing processes and control procurement resources and activities within the project
Optimize delivery and cost and assure adherence to deadlines and quality
Analyze scope of supply and contract agreements
Carry out risk analyses and introduce negotiation recommendations
Derive procurement strategies and ensure their implementation
Update project procurement plan with strategy and execution details
Lead contractual and pricing negotiations
Clarify internal indicators for project controlling
Compile relevant information for qualified reports
Provide supplier information and conduct project-specific supplier evaluations
Identify procurement risks, opportunities, and market forces during the project

B.S. in Business Supply Chain or related field or equivalent years of experience required
B.S in Mechanical or Industrial Engineering a plus
MBA a plus
Strong background in industrial purchasing of machine and fabrication working in a project environment
Global sourcing strategy experience a plus
Foreign language skills a plus
5 years of experience in strategic procurement preferred, 3 years of procurement required
Strong communication, organization, and negotiation skills
Ability to travel up to 10% domestically and occasional international travel
Goal driven and oriented
Ability to work in a multicultural and multifunctional team environment
Extreme focus on procurement deliverables and customer satisfaction
Certified Associate in Project Management (CAPM)®, Project Management Professional (PMP)®, or CPM are a plus
Demonstrated knowledge with Total Cost of Ownership (TOCO) analysis
Demonstrated knowledge leading and supporting advanced negotiations.

Project Procurement Manager

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