GENERAL JOB DESCRIPTION

Dogwood Industries is seeking an experienced procurement professional to join our team. A successful candidate will possess background in the construction industry or related field with purchasing experience in electrical and mechanical equipment. This position encompasses dual responsibility of overseeing the procurement program at a strategic level while also managing tactical execution of purchases. Candidate must be comfortable working under tight deadlines and handling multiple and diverse project requirements. The Procurement Manager regularly reviews drawings and specifications and organizes information for RFQs and issues detailed, accurate purchase orders. The candidate will demonstrate a high level of organizational skills and attention to detail. Technical knowledge of materials and equipment is required. The ideal candidate will excel in a fast-paced environment, possess strong time management and problem-solving skills, and demonstrate a proactive, solution-minded approach. If you are motivated by hard work and inspired by successful outcomes, read on!

REQUIREMENTS

• Proven leadership experience with direct reports
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills
• Experience negotiating with vendors
• Excellent organizational and planning skills
• Detail-oriented and able to extract critical information from specifications
• Proficiency in an ERP system for executing daily tasks
• Ability to read and understand technical information to ensure accuracy of purchase orders
• Professional approach to working with vendors and suppliers to achieve favorable pricing and delivery schedules
• Proficiency in the use of Office, SharePoint, and Adobe applications; able to adapt to purchasing software specific to Dogwood
• Fluency in English with excellent written and verbal communication skills
• US Citizen

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS/WORK ENVIRONMENT

This position requires moderate physical activity, primarily in an office environment but may include visits to the manufacturing facilities or jobsites to collaborate and inspect materials. To perform the essential functions of this job, the employee is regularly seated at a computer desk with the option to stand, is utilizing the telephone frequently, and participating in meetings with colleagues, clients, third party vendors, etc. There are stairs in the office. In the factory setting, you may inspect and handle materials and be exposed to shop elements such as noise, dust, fumes, and odors.

• Lead the procurement team, fostering a collaborative and results-driven environment
• Cultivate strategic partnerships with key vendors to drive long-term value
• Negotiate with suppliers to achieve acceptable pricing and terms
• Develop procurement schedules to coincide with production and project schedules
• Become the SME for products requiring technical understanding
• Understand the Dogwood product offering and the interface of materials sourced
• Procure materials and equipment as directed
• Issue purchase orders and expedite materials
• Collaborate with the project team to drive successful project execution
• Report expected cost to complete, budget analysis and cost comparisons
• Resolve discrepancies in supply chain performance
• Partner with accounting to ensure timely and correct payment of vendors
• Other duties as assigned
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