<img src="https://dmscdn.successfactors.com/27c0a91770d9ecac9ed08a9f63f401a6121aa728d77960676d754d492bcae147/static_content/8761288a654040abb2af/jobad1.png" alt="" width="748" height="128"> Amarr, a part of ASSA ABLOY (the global leader in opening solutions), is a leading manufacturer of residential and commercial garage doors. We are committed to delivering high-quality products and exceptional service to our customers. As we continue to grow, we are seeking a responsible and detail-oriented professional to join our team as a Purchasing and Materials Manager in our Lawrence, KS location. This role as a strategic and operational leader for Amarr Supply Chain, is tasked with the supervision and direction of purchasing and material planning. ESSENTIAL ACCOUNTABILITIES: <ul style="margin-bottom:0.0in;margin-top:0.0px"> <li style="margin:0.0in 0.0in 0.0in 0.0px;font-size:12.0pt;font-family:'Times New Roman', serif">Ensure uninterrupted supply through effective planning and execution of operational purchasing/planning activities.</li> </ul> <ul style="margin-top:0.0in;margin-bottom:0.0in" type="disc"> <li style="margin-top:0.0in;margin-right:0.0in;margin-bottom:0.0in;font-size:12.0pt;font-family:'Times New Roman', serif">Assist the sourcing organization in the overall performance of the supply line </li> <li style="margin-top:0.0in;margin-right:0.0in;margin-bottom:0.0in;font-size:12.0pt;font-family:'Times New Roman', serif">Escalate supplier performance issues in a timely manner </li> <li style="margin-top:0.0in;margin-right:0.0in;margin-bottom:0.0in;font-size:12.0pt;font-family:'Times New Roman', serif">Support strategic sourcing efforts and projects as assigned.</li> <li style="margin-top:0.0in;margin-right:0.0in;margin-bottom:0.0in;font-size:12.0pt;font-family:'Times New Roman', serif">Monitor and manage KPIs </li> <li style="margin-top:0.0in;margin-right:0.0in;margin-bottom:0.0in;font-size:12.0pt;font-family:'Times New Roman', serif">Other duties as assigned.</li> </ul> THE MOST IMPORTANT ACTIVITIES PERFORMED: <ul style="margin-top:0.0in;margin-bottom:0.0in" type="disc"> <li style="margin-top:0.0in;margin-right:0.0in;margin-bottom:0.0in;font-size:12.0pt;font-family:'Times New Roman', serif">Trains and evaluates the performance of direct reports. Ability to coach and develop different levels of buyer planners. Recommends team staffing needs.</li> <li style="margin-top:0.0in;margin-right:0.0in;margin-bottom:0.0in;font-size:12.0pt;font-family:'Times New Roman', serif">Works cross functionally to achieve success in identified accountabilities.</li> <li style="margin-top:0.0in;margin-right:0.0in;margin-bottom:0.0in;font-size:12.0pt;font-family:'Times New Roman', serif">Establishes and maintains proper purchasing practices. Monitors adherence. </li> <li style="margin-top:0.0in;margin-right:0.0in;margin-bottom:0.0in;font-size:12.0pt;font-family:'Times New Roman', serif">Negotiates price and delivery on purchased items (delegated ownership coordinated with sourcing team).</li> <li style="margin-top:0.0in;margin-right:0.0in;margin-bottom:0.0in;font-size:12.0pt;font-family:'Times New Roman', serif">Ensures accurate records are maintained (payment terms, standards, etc., supplier information, MRB, Rejections, etc.).</li> <li style="margin-top:0.0in;margin-right:0.0in;margin-bottom:0.0in;font-size:12.0pt;font-family:'Times New Roman', serif">Ensure discrepancies are resolved in a timely manner (3-way match, receiving, etc.).</li> <li style="margin-top:0.0in;margin-right:0.0in;margin-bottom:0.0in;font-size:12.0pt;font-family:'Times New Roman', serif">Oversee the development and implementation of processes and systems to improve purchasing/planning efficiency.</li> <li style="margin-top:0.0in;margin-right:0.0in;margin-bottom:0.0in;font-size:12.0pt;font-family:'Times New Roman', serif">Act as a subject matter expert for planning/buying function.</li> <li style="margin-top:0.0in;margin-right:0.0in;margin-bottom:0.0in;font-size:12.0pt;font-family:'Times New Roman', serif">Coordinate performance reviews with suppliers and ensures supplier scorecards are maintained and communicated in a timely manner.</li> <li style="margin-top:0.0in;margin-right:0.0in;margin-bottom:0.0in;font-size:12.0pt;font-family:'Times New Roman', serif">Works to resolve supply issues escalated by Buyer/Planners, collaboratively.</li> <li style="margin-top:0.0in;margin-right:0.0in;margin-bottom:0.0in;font-size:12.0pt;font-family:'Times New Roman', serif">Escalate issues to the appropriate channels in a timely manner.</li> <li style="margin-top:0.0in;margin-right:0.0in;margin-bottom:0.0in;font-size:12.0pt;font-family:'Times New Roman', serif">Maintain and publish KPI’s.</li> <li style="margin-top:0.0in;margin-right:0.0in;margin-bottom:0.0in;font-size:12.0pt;font-family:'Times New Roman', serif">Collaborate cross-functionally for continuous improvement of material flow, utilization analysis and supply chain optimization (lean methodology, economic order methodologies, etc.). </li> <li style="margin-top:0.0in;margin-right:0.0in;margin-bottom:0.0in;font-size:12.0pt;font-family:'Times New Roman', serif">Implement methodologies (PFEP, Kanban, and Pull Systems) to ensure cost-effective material flow and inventory control.</li> </ul> PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS: <ul style="margin-bottom:0.0in;margin-top:0.0px"> <li style="margin:0.0in 0.0in 0.0in 23.2667px;font-size:12.0pt;font-family:Aptos, sans-serif">Must be able to sit for extended periods of time.</li> <li style="margin:0.0in 0.0in 0.0in 23.2667px;font-size:12.0pt;font-family:Aptos, sans-serif">Prolonged use of keyboard and computer.</li> <li style="margin:0.0in 0.0in 0.0in 23.2667px;font-size:12.0pt;font-family:Aptos, sans-serif">Must be able to lift and carry up to 25lbs. periodically.</li> <li style="margin:0.0in 0.0in 0.0in 23.2667px;font-size:12.0pt;font-family:Aptos, sans-serif">Frequent use of fine motor skills for writing, and computer work.</li> </ul> MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS REQUIRED (EDUCATION/EXPERIENCE/KNOWLEDGE/SKILLS): <ul style="margin-bottom:0.0in;margin-top:0.0px"> <li style="margin:0.0in 0.0in 0.0in 0.0px;font-size:12.0pt;font-family:'Times New Roman', serif">4-year college degree in Business, Supply Chain, or Engineering.</li> <li style="margin:0.0in 0.0in 0.0in 0.0px;font-size:12.0pt;font-family:'Times New Roman', serif">Minimum 5 recent years of manufacturing purchasing experience on a progressive career path.</li> <li style="margin:0.0in 0.0in 0.0in 0.0px;font-size:12.0pt;font-family:'Times New Roman', serif">Minimum 2-3 recent years managing a team of professionals (may be substituted with exceptional experience managing cross functional procurement teams and projects as well as demonstrated people and leadership skills).</li> <li style="margin:0.0in 0.0in 0.0in 0.0px;font-size:12.0pt;font-family:'Times New Roman', serif">Experience in commodities buying; experience buying coiled steel preferred.</li> <li style="margin:0.0in 0.0in 0.0in 0.0px;font-size:12.0pt;font-family:'Times New Roman', serif">Experience developing sourcing strategies in a cross functional, cross company environment.</li> <li style="margin:0.0in 0.0in 0.0in 0.0px;font-size:12.0pt;font-family:'Times New Roman', serif">Proven experience driving internal and external continuous improvement activities within the supply chain function.</li> <li style="margin:0.0in 0.0in 0.0in 0.0px;font-size:12.0pt;font-family:'Times New Roman', serif">Experience working in a structured ERP environment (Oracle, SAP, etc.). </li> <li style="margin:0.0in 0.0in 0.0in 0.0px;font-size:12.0pt;font-family:'Times New Roman', serif">Exceptional leadership and communication skills.</li> <li style="margin:0.0in 0.0in 0.0in 0.0px;font-size:12.0pt;font-family:'Times New Roman', serif">Intermediate to advanced level Excel skills.</li> <li style="margin:0.0in 0.0in 0.0in 0.0px;font-size:12.0pt;font-family:'Times New Roman', serif">Commitment to obtain professional certification within the first 3 years if not already certified at the time of hire.</li> <li style="margin:0.0in 0.0in 0.0in 0.0px;font-size:12.0pt;font-family:'Times New Roman', serif">Analytical mind with excellent problem-solving abilities.</li> <li style="margin:0.0in 0.0in 0.0in 0.0px;font-size:12.0pt;font-family:'Times New Roman', serif">Strong background in supply chain (international) and inventory management systems.</li> <li style="margin:0.0in 0.0in 0.0in 0.0px;font-size:12.0pt;font-family:'Times New Roman', serif">Inventory classification experience, such as ABC analysis.</li> <li style="margin:0.0in 0.0in 0.0in 0.0px;font-size:12.0pt;font-family:'Times New Roman', serif">Proficiency with the scheduling process, and master scheduling. </li> <li style="margin:0.0in 0.0in 0.0in 0.0px;font-size:12.0pt;font-family:'Times New Roman', serif">Proficient in supply chain and inventory management systems.</li> </ul> ADDITIONAL DESIRED QUALIFICATIONS <ul style="margin-bottom:0.0in;margin-top:0.0px"> <li style="margin:0.0in 0.0in 0.0in 0.0px;font-size:12.0pt;font-family:'Times New Roman', serif">Professional Certification as a: CPSM, Certified Professional in Supply Management, CPIM, Certified in Production and Inventory Management or related certifications.</li> <li style="margin:0.0in 0.0in 0.0in 0.0px;font-size:12.0pt;font-family:'Times New Roman', serif">Six sigma and/or lean training. </li> <li style="margin:0.0in 0.0in 0.0in 0.0px;font-size:12.0pt;font-family:'Times New Roman', serif">Oracle Enterprise One system experience. </li> </ul> Benefits include Medical/Dental/Vision, Paid Time Off, Paid Holidays from day one, tuition reimbursement, and a 401k plan (with an automatic 3% company contribution, regardless of your contribution after your first year of employment) among others. #amarrcareersThe Mission: We are part of a global company, ASSA ABLOY, with a diverse range of opportunities, both locally and abroad. We offer a competitive salary, training and the opportunity to develop and enhance your career. We take great pride in the efforts of our team members who create a supportive team environment and make Amarr and ASSA ABLOY such a great place to work. Our goal is to be a world-leading company that attracts diverse talent, where all team members feel safe being their true selves and are able to thrive in a work environment that promotes change, innovation, and provides equal access and opportunity. As one of North America’s leading garage door manufacturers, Amarr Company takes pride in fostering a culture where employees enjoy many opportunities for career growth, rapid advancement, and relocation to some of America’s most desired cities. Although Amarr Company is an international business, employees enjoy a family-oriented, caring culture and rewarding work environment. Amarr Company offers competitive wages, generous benefits, and a bonus program for every employee. At Amarr Company, the door is always open and there is no ceiling to your career growth.

Purchasing and Materials Manager (Lawrence, KS, US, 66046) @ ASSA ABLOY AB

About this role

Ready to apply?