COMPANY DESCRIPTION

Flender is a leading global supplier for mechanical drive systems and has the reputation for highest performance, innovation, quality, and reliability of mechanical components for 125 years.
We’re now hiring a talented Head of Procurement in Elgin, IL on a full-time basis. If you’re eager for your next challenge, Flender is a great place to grow your career. For more information on Flender, please see website: www.flender.com

JOB TITLE: HEAD OF PROCUREMENT

Job Description Summary: Leads a Procurement organization, defines and implements Procurement strategy, initiatives, standards and guidelines in area of responsibility.
Job Description: Deploys Procurement strategy. Defines and ensures implementation of Procurement standards, regulations and guidelines. Manages and contributes to overarching SCM/ Procurement programs and initiatives. Takes care for effective risk management measures. Ensures efficiency of Procurement operations. Defines and optimizes the Procurement unit organization in alignment with Global Head of Procurement, takes final decision on unit related budgets and decides resource allocation. Responsible for Purchasing Volume, DR/FTE and related other KPIs. Negotiates and seals strategic Procurement related contract agreements. Heads organization assigned and leads all related management and staff. Acts as personal advisor to unit’s Executives and Senior Management in all Procurement-related issues.
As the Procurement Head you will play a pivotal role in overseeing the entire strategic and operational purchasing teams responsibilities.

REQUIRED/PREFERRED KNOWLEDGE SKILLS, EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE:

• Bachelor’s degree preferably in Supply Chain Management or other related field.
• Min. (10) Years purchasing management experience; preferably in industrial manufacturing supply chain.
• Possess technical knowledge of industrial equipment, preferably gearboxes or other power transmission equipment.
• Ability to perform complex financial and data analysis.
• Team player with ability to perform and prioritize multiple, simultaneous tasks while maintaining excellent supplier relations.
• Good communications skills to communicate with internal and external suppliers effectively and accurately.
• Proficient PC skills including Microsoft Office tools, Outlook, SAP (a plus) & Teamcenter (a plus).
• Familiarity with ANSI, ISO, DIN and ASME standards.
• Good leadership abilities and self-motivated with a results-driven approach.
• Good coaching and communication skills.
• Strong organizational skills.