Procurement Manager

22nd Century Technologies, Inc.
Pay Rate: $66-$71
United States, New York, Syracuse
Jan 06, 2025
Title: Procurement Manager Location: Syracuse, NY, 13029 Duration: Temp to Prem after 250 Hr Shift Timing: 8-5 Mon to Fri Pay Rate: $66-71/hr. Job Description: Provides management and direction for all procurement functions on a small to medium-size project (domestic or international), including purchasing, expediting, supplier data control, supplier quality, and traffic. May assist a Senior Procurement Manager on an assigned phase of a large complex project. Role & Responsibilities: Reviews work performed by subordinates to ensure that applicable codes, standards, and procedures are followed, and that quality is acceptable. Monitors productivity and technical proficiency of assigned procurement personnel. Makes staffing assignments and reassignments as Company and project needs arise. Monitors staffing requirements and expenditures within budget constraints. Coordinates procurement activities with clients, project management, and other departments/divisions within the Company. Actively participates in the Quality Improvement Process. Promotes technical excellence in all employees. May endeavor to develop a partnership agreement where supplier quality and performance are consistent with Company and client requirements. Assist in establishing and maintaining departmental policies and procedures. Ensures compliance with the Company's business ethics policy and with the Conflict-of-Interest Policy. Offers training in these policies, as needed, to the personnel assigned. Conducts performance evaluations, takes corrective action as necessary, recommends promotions and salary actions, and offers training and development for the assigned procurement personnel. Performs other responsibilities associated with this position as may be appropriate. Required Education: 4-year degree in Business Administration or Economics (or related field) and 10-12 years of related work experience, including some experience in a lead capacity Skills: Broad experience in a variety of procurement assignments, proven leadership capability, excellent written and oral communications skills, and a thorough knowledge of industry practices and regulations are required. A demonstrated proficiency in utilizing DMCS (or similar material control system) is also required. Provides management and direction for all procurement functions on a small to medium-size project (domestic or international), including purchasing, expediting, supplier data control, supplier quality, and traffic. May assist a Senior Procurement Manager on an assigned phase of a large complex project Specific Responsibilities: Reviews work performed by subordinates to ensure that applicable codes, standards, and procedures are followed, and that quality is acceptable. Monitors productivity and technical proficiency of assigned procurement personnel. Makes staffing assignments and reassignments as Company and project needs arise. Monitors staffing requirements and expenditures within budget constraints. Coordinates procurement activities with clients, project management, and other departments/divisions within the Company. Actively participates in the Quality Improvement Process. Promotes technical excellence in all employees. May endeavor to develop a partnership agreement where supplier quality and performance are consistent with Company and client requirements. Assist in establishing and maintaining departmental policies and procedures. Ensures compliance with the Company's business ethics policy and with the Conflict-of-Interest Policy. Offers training in these policies, as needed, to the personnel assigned. Conducts performance evaluations, takes corrective action as necessary, recommends promotions and salary actions, and offers training and development for the assigned procurement personnel. Performs other responsibilities associated with this position as may be appropriate.