Maintenance Purchasing Manager

DescriptionPosition at JBS USA POSITION ANNOUNCEMENT
POSITION:Purchasing Manager
DEPARTMENT:Maintenance 
LOCATION:Ottumwa, IA
SALARY CLASS:Exempt
QUALIFICATIONS:    
Advanced proficiency of SAP and Microsoft Office PackageBasic knowledge of accounting principles requiredStrong ability to work with numerical detail and maintain a high level of accuracyAbility to communicate with all levels of management and company personnelHigh school diploma or equivalentBachelor's degree in Business, Accounting or equivalent preferred5+ years of experience in managing $50 million spend in the MRO category RESPONSIBILITIES:
Manage all MRO spend across manufacturing and operationsEnsure compliance with Corporate driven category strategies for MROManage costs, track savings, and report out this data to Sr. ManagementDevelop relationships with key internal stakeholders across the businessBuild contingency plans for suppliers to ensure continuity of supplyIdentify and manage any risks across the MRO categoryActs as business partner to Operations and provides expert Sourcing insights, recommendations and guidance.Constructively challenges Plant Operations in order to identify new value and process optimization opportunitiesIdentifies and drives strategic sourcing projects together with other sourcing projects/tasks.Carries end-to-end responsibility for the (e-)RFx (RFP, RFQ, RFI) processes in coordination with Plant Operations.Develops systems and process roadmaps to optimize performance of MRO Sourcing and procurement activities.Qualifications/Required Skills:
3+ years of directly related experience requiredStrong analytical skills, accuracy and attention to detail Excellent problem solving skills Requires excellent inter-personal skills with the ability to work closely with internal and external customersMulti-tasking and working well with othersStrong communication and leadership skillsSAP knowledge recommendedStrong computer skills, including Microsoft Office Suite Able to work all three shifts Able to communicate verbally and printed word in English  We offer a full range of benefits including health care, life insurance, and a 401 (K) plan.
JBS is an equal opportunity employer.
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