Purchasing Manager

3 weeks ago

Inishowen Municipal District, Ireland Vertiv Full time
Job Description

At Vertiv, we build products that keep critical technologies running 24/7. We are proud we were the first to protect mainframes with precision cooling systems. We were the first to introduce an integrated enclosure system to distributed networks. We help some of the largest names in the industry bring new capacity online faster and at a lower cost when search and social media increased demand for storage and computing. Our portfolio spans power, thermal and infrastructure management products, software and solutions, and is complemented by a network of nearly 250 service centers worldwide.

The Purchasing Manager is part of the Materials Management team, reporting solid line to the Materials and Manufacturing Planning Manager.

The Purchasing Manager oversees our day-to-day purchasing operations. You will be responsible for managing a team of buyers across our 3 sites, coordinating purchasing activities, resolving exceptions, and ensuring timely procurement of goods and services while focusing on Inventory optimization.

What kind of work will you be doing?
  • Lead and manage the tactical purchasing team to ensure efficient and effective execution of purchasing activities.
  • Develop and implement tactical purchasing strategies to optimize procurement processes and achieve cost savings.
  • Coordinate the creation and management of purchase orders within the Oracle ERP/Cyberplan system, including monitoring PO status and resolving exceptions.
  • Analyze inventory turnover rates, carrying costs, and stock-out rates to identify opportunities for inventory optimization.
  • Implement inventory management strategies such as ABC analysis, cycle counting, and safety stock management to optimize inventory levels.
  • Evaluate alternative sourcing options and supplier lead times to optimize inventory replenishment processes.
  • Collaborate with internal stakeholders, such as production, inventory management, and finance, to ensure alignment of purchasing activities with business objectives.
  • Analyze purchasing data and performance metrics to identify trends, opportunities for improvement, and areas of risk.
  • Monitor market trends, supplier performance, and regulatory requirements to inform procurement decisions and mitigate risks.
  • Develop and maintain purchasing policies, procedures, and best practices to ensure compliance with organizational standards and industry regulations.
  • Provide leadership, guidance, and coaching to the purchasing team to foster a culture of accountability, teamwork, and continuous improvement.
  • Support talent management process (selection, development, and career path).
  • Prepare and present reports, dashboards, and analysis to senior management to communicate purchasing performance and recommendations for improvement.
  • Ensure communication of vision and strategy for his area of responsibility above and below within the organization.

What Would Be the Perfect Qualifications?
  • Bachelor's degree in Business Administration, Supply Chain Management, or a related field; Master's degree preferred.
  • 5+ years of procurement or purchasing experience, with at least 3 years in a leadership or managerial role, ideally within a manufacturing or multi-site environment.
  • Willingness and ability to travel, with flexibility in working hours, suitable for an international business environment.
  • Strong knowledge of Oracle ERP architecture and planning tools such as Cyberplan.
  • Proficiency in standard software tools, including Microsoft Excel, PowerPoint, and Access.
  • Fluent in English, both written and spoken.
  • Demonstrates high motivation and strong leadership capabilities.

Travel
  • 10-25% Travel to other sites required.

The successful candidate will embrace Vertiv's Core Principals & Behaviors to help execute our Strategic Priorities.

OUR CORE PRINCIPALS: Safety. Integrity. Respect. Teamwork. Diversity & Inclusion.

OUR STRATEGIC PRIORITIES

  • Customer Focus
  • Operational Excellence
  • High-Performance Culture
  • Innovation
  • Financial Strength

OUR BEHAVIORS

  • Own It
  • Act With Urgency
  • Foster a Customer-First Mindset
  • Think Big and Execute
  • Lead by Example
  • Drive Continuous Improvement
  • Learn and Seek Out Development

At Vertiv, we're on a mission to empower the people that will power the future. From a simple swipe to life-changing medicines, from push notifications to generative AI. We design, manufacture, and service the products and solutions that keep the world connected. With $5 billion in sales, a strong customer base and global reach spanning nearly 70 countries, we are uniquely positioned to deliver greater value to our customers and create new opportunities for our people.

Vertiv is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer. We promote equal opportunities for all with respect to hiring, terms of employment, mobility, training, compensation, and occupational health, without discrimination as to age, race, color, religion, creed, sex, pregnancy status (including childbirth, breastfeeding, or related medical conditions), marital status, sexual orientation, gender identity / expression (including transgender status or sexual stereotypes), genetic information, citizenship status, national origin, protected veteran status, political affiliation, or disability. If you have a disability and are having difficulty accessing or using this website to apply for a position, you can request help by sending an email to help.join@vertivco.com . If you are interested in applying or learning more about this role, please visit the company's career page located on Vertiv.com/Careers

Work Authorization

No calls or agencies please. Vertiv will only employ those who are legally authorized to work in the Republic of Ireland.

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