Senior Manager Purchasing and Procurement (on-site) at TAKKION Ops Management LLC

Sioux Falls, South Dakota, United States -

Full Time

Start Date

Immediate

Expiry Date

25 Feb, 26

Salary

0.0

Posted On

27 Nov, 25

Experience

5 year(s) or above

Remote Job

Yes

Telecommute

Yes

Sponsor Visa

Skills

Purchasing, Procurement, D365, Cost Management, Vendor Management, Contract Negotiation, Process Improvement, Data Analytics, Collaboration, Leadership, Project Management, Compliance, Risk Mitigation, Cost Forecasting, Job Costing, Supply Chain

Industry

Services for Renewable Energy

Description

Description TAKKION is launching a transformative development of its Enterprise Resource Planning (ERP) platform using Microsoft Dynamics 365 Finance & Supply Chain. The Senior Manager of Purchasing & Procurement (P&P) will lead the strategic development, design, and execution of the D365 Purchasing module. This is a new leadership role, responsible for building a procurement framework that drives visibility, accountability, and proactive cost management across the organization. Responsibilities/Essential Functions: Lead the design and deployment of the Purchasing & Procurement module within D365, partnering with IT, Finance, Operations, and project teams. Build and lead a P&P team responsible for: Creating purchase order workflows aligned with project and operational timelines. Publishing weekly PO-based cost forecasts and committed spends to project controllers. Managing vendors, negotiating contracts, and enforcing compliance with procurement policies. Driving costs out of our purchasing, purchase cost optimization Develop a real-time PO commitment tracking process to enhance cost accounting visibility before invoices are received. Drive process improvements that integrate demand planning, supplier performance tracking, and D365 data analytics. Collaborate with Finance for cost tracking, accrual alignment, and budgeting. Ensure compliance with internal controls, risk mitigation, and audit readiness within procurement activities. Other duties as needed or assigned. Requirements Education & Experience Requirements: Bachelor’s degree in Supply Chain, Business, Finance, or related field; MBA preferred. 7+ years of procurement and purchasing leadership experience. Hands-on experience with D365 Finance & Supply Chain or similar ERP systems. Strong understanding of project-based purchasing and job costing in industrial or energy sectors preferred. Proven leadership in standing up new systems or transformation initiatives. Excellent communication and collaboration skills across cross-functional teams. Ability to travel as required. Work Environment/Physical Requirements: The physical demands of are generally light and primarily aligned with office-based work unless visiting operational facilities/sites. Specific requirements include: Extended periods of sitting at a desk and working on a computer or other digital devices Regular use of computers, software systems, and virtual communication platforms Occasional walking during on-site visits to different areas within the organization Must be able to communicate effectively in person, via phone, and via email Ability to lift, carry, or move up to 25 pounds occasionally Ability to move throughout the office and attend meetings onsite or virtually Ability to wear all required personal protective equipment as required Exposure to varying weather conditions, including extreme heat, cold, rain, and wind if on location May require occasional visits to field sites, warehouses, or vendor locations Occasional travel may be required TAKKION is an Equal Opportunity Employer

Responsibilities

The Senior Manager of Purchasing & Procurement will lead the strategic development and execution of the D365 Purchasing module. This role involves building a procurement framework that enhances visibility and accountability across the organization.