Procurement Manager Salary in Tennessee, USA

DescriptionAlvarez & Marsal Private Equity Performance ImprovementManager, Procurement & Sourcing, Direct Materials - Resins(OPEN TO ALL U.S. LOCATIONS) Alvarez & Marsal, a leading independent global professional services firm, specializing in providing turnaround management, performance improvement and corporate advisory services, is seeking to expand its Private Equity Performance Improvement (PEPI) - team in various locations throughout the U.S. With more than 8,500 professionals based in 40 locations across North America, Europe, Asia, and Latin America, our firm excels in problem solving and value creation. Drawing on a strong operational heritage and hands-on-approach, our professionals work closely with organizations and stakeholders to help tackle complex business issues and maximize value.A&M's Private Equity Performance Improvement Services (PEPI) practice, with offices throughout the US, focuses on serving middle market and large cap private equity firms who have engaged A&M to help improve operating results at their portfolio companies.Our professionals are aligned with a PEPI service line to promote the development of deep functional skills & experiences and to maximize our ability to tailor solutions to solve our clients' business issues.Our PEPI services include:Supply ChainRapid ResultsManufacturing Operations ImprovementPre-Acquisition OperationsInterim ManagementM&A ServicesCFO ServicesA&M's Supply Chain Operations professionals assist our clients in analyzing each part of the supply chain process including: Procurement and Sourcing, Production, Logistics, Distribution and Sales, Inventory and Operations Planning (SI&OP) to identify value creation opportunities, develop a roadmap to accelerate those opportunities and assist with driving them to our client's bottom line. From our thorough fact-based analysis, we assess the state of operations, identify key risks to investment and quantify potential EBITDA improvement plans.The PEPI Supply Chain group is a growing business with high growth projected throughout the next two to four years. We offer excellent opportunities for career advancement and building leadership skills. The leadership team is focused on providing development opportunities, training and exposure to international and domestic business assignments. Professional experience: We are seeking individuals with significant Direct Materials - Resins and industry experience that can lead and deliver project work streams for complex client engagements working closely with Private Equity teams to identify, design, and implement creative business solutions for their portfolio companies. Individuals can be experienced consultants or mid / senior level industry professionals that can shift to working in a consulting environment. Manager level to be determined based on level of experience and qualifications.Managers lead the following types of workstreams and may be asked to both conduct analysis as well as lead teams to deliver results:Conduct a rapid assessment of the client (organization, supplier spend, supply chain, etc.) to develop a list of prioritized opportunities and improvement actionsGain a comprehensive understanding of a client's procurement organization and strategic sourcing capabilitiesDevelop and implement sourcing strategies to meet growth and financial objectives through effective integration with forecasting, demand/supply planning, inventory management, and distribution & logisticsDevelop and manage efforts in sourcing and procurementLead supplier identification, approval, contract/pricing negotiations and vendor relationsDevelop implementation plans to drive proposed changes in procurement and sourcing initiativesEffectively perform analysis and/or lead teams to conduct analysis depending on project scope Professional skills: Strong written, oral, and analytical skillsStrong listening skills to distinguish true client needs and influence sustainable outcomesStrong Excel (emphasis on modeling) and PowerPoint skills (distilling complicated issues for executive presence)Excellent business and financial acumen to apply supply chain/operations improvement to financial economicsAbility to calmly and quickly work with clients that are under significant deal related time pressure or financial stress, transformation, restructuring, M&A ActivityStructured project management (time, team and work-stream management)Initiative and driveCritical thinking skillsAbility to deliver time-pressured projects on-time and on-qualityFlexible and creative thinkingClient relationship buildingExcellent presentation skillsStrong analytic skills related to working with unstructured, disparate datasets Qualifications: 8 -12 plus years combined consulting and/or industry operating experienceDeep industry expertise in resins and polymers including roles in sourcing / supply chain, managing a diverse set of resin and polymer sub-categories Deep understanding of resin and polymer supply base, cost drivers, market dynamics, and cost management/reduction strategies Preference for career history including industry roles in Sourcing and Procurement functions within Manufacturing companiesPrevious advisory experience from a top-tier performance improvement focused consulting firm a plusFunctional knowledge in Supply Chain, Procurement, Operations or Manufacturing, Distribution and Logistics, Inventory management and related processesExperience working for or with private equity sponsors and portfolio companies.Demonstrated track record of leading sustainable high-impact strategic sourcing approachesExemplary experience designing end-to-end procurement strategiesExcellent fact-gathering and analytical skills, including business process mapping and quantitative analysisFlexibility to travel up to 80% of the timeThe salary range is $125,000 - $190,000 annually, dependent on several variables including but not limited to education, experience, skills, and geography. In addition, A&M offers a discretionary bonus program which is based on a number of factors, including individual and firm performance. Please ask your recruiter for details.#LI-JB1

We've been pioneering a world of possibilities to bring surfaces to life for well over 200 years. As experts in making coatings, there's a good chance you're only ever a few meters away from one of our products. Our world class portfolio of brands - including Dulux, International, Sikkens and Interpon - is trusted by customers around the globe. We're active in more than 150 countries and have set our sights on becoming the global industry leader. It's what you'd expect from the most sustainable paints company, which has been inventing the future for more than two centuries.Job PurposeThe role is directing the group of NPR (Senior) buyers / category managers to ensure that the year objectives are achieved, by continuously developing cost reduction plans and implementing the strategies defined by Global NPR Category Managers.The role is responsible for developing synergies and working practices between the global and regional NPR Category Management teams, and regional procurement teams, to ensure that the year objectives are achieved; by running in country or cluster of countries sourcing projects and assisting the execution of global and regional category strategies.The role encompasses strong pro-active contribution into category management executing cost reductions / value improvement programs on full end to end processes, driving change and changing behavior to meet company objectives on a regional / country level.Job ResponsibilitiesDevelop strategic relationships with key regional suppliers and engage them in strategic supplier management for value creation and innovation within the region.Identify, develop, and maintain relationships with internal stakeholders to increase engagement (measurable) and develop and deliver a robust procurement initiatives pipeline.Contribute into continuous improvement projects, executing best value and quality improvements plans, decided by NPR Procurement team and departments, challenging existing practices and actively seeking ways to achieve better results, contributing to ensure performance and financial targets are met and corrective action taken when necessary.Oversee tactical sourcing projects and the execution of global or regional category strategies.Promote importance of procurement across the organization and best practices.Pro-actively enable and ensure transparency of spend and drive for an optimization of efficiency (procedures and cost) in collaboration with business functions and related stakeholders.Maintain a comprehensive knowledge of marketplace, benchmarks, and industry best practices.Job RequirementsMSc, MBA or equivalent work experience.10 years in an international purchasing or commercial role. Fluent in English is mandatory, both written and spoken; any other language is a plus. Extensive people management experience.Procurement accreditations (e.g. CPM/APICS) desirable.Demonstrated proficiency with enterprise procurement systems.Demonstrated skills and experience with high value purchasing and contract negotiations across a diverse range of commodities and service in the Source to Contract process;Not a position for people with only Requisition to Pay experience In-depth knowledge of variety of procurement implementation approaches (e.g. RFX, e-auction)Experience in Continuous Improvement (CI) and Lean Six Sigma is a plus;Project management experience and change management would be advantageous.Compensation DataThe salary range for these skills is: $150,000.00 - $160,000.00.This is the range that we in good faith anticipate relying on when setting wages for this position. We may ultimately pay more or less than the posted range. This salary range may also be modified in the future.Benefits: Medical insurance with HSA • Dental, Vision, Life, AD&D benefits • Annual bonus • 401K retirement savings with 6% company match • Generous vacation, personal and holiday pay • Paid Parental leave • Hybrid work for most exempt roles • Active Diversity & Inclusion Networks • Career growth opportunities on a regional and global scale • Tuition Reimbursement • Career growth opportunities • Employee referral bonus •CompetenciesAccepting DirectionAccepting ResponsibilityAcquiring InformationAll qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability or veteran status.Requisition ID: 38257#LI-JH1Nearest Major Market: Nashville

Facilities & Real Estate Category ManagerLife Unlimited. At Smith+Nephew we design and manufacture technology that takes the limits off living.The Facilities & Real Estate Category Manager (CM) is responsible for elements of the spend, strategic planning and leadership of selected initiatives within the Facilities & Real Estate Category. The scope of the Facilities & Real Estate CM role includes responsibility for associated expenditure within the parameters of the role. Specifically, but not exhaustively, the Facilities & Real Estate CM has responsibility for stakeholder and supplier engagement activities associated with Facilities & Real Estate such as Janitorial Services, Pest Control, Waste Management, Facilities Services, Office supplies, Utilities, Archiving & Shredding. The Facilities & Real Estate CM supports the development of the Facilities & Real Estate Category strategy owned by Facilities & Real Estate GCM. The Facilities & Real Estate CM establishes and proactively manages key business stakeholder relationships, leads proactive sourcing projects, influences specification definition & demand management, as well as managing Category specific supplier performance and innovation activities. The Facilities & Real Estate CM will be based in UK or US & reports directly to the Facilities & Real Estate GCM.What will you be doing?Responsible for providing Procurement Category input into the Global Category Manager in order to inform the functional objective setting processAccountable for the delivery of specific elements of the Facilities & Real Estate Categories target following engagement in the target setting processResponsible for the collection of suppliers, supply market, category and internal business data and information for elements of the Facilities & Real Estate CategoriesResponsible for supporting the development of the Global Category Strategy for Facilities & Real Estate, including relevant stakeholder approval (members of the Facilities & Real Estate LT)Responsible for the communication of distribution of selected Category specific strategies to the relevant stakeholders (members of the Facilities & Real Estate LT)Accountable for identifying key supplier risks within the Facilities & Real Estate Categories and agreeing mitigating activities with the relevant business stakeholdersAccountable for ensuring that any supplier performance risks and issues are resolved on a timely basisResponsible for supporting the development and the execution of selected projects based on the Facilities & Real Estate Category strategies and supporting business planning activities that feed into the Annual Procurement Category Plan for Facilities & Real EstateAccountable for ensuring the Category projects agreed to within the Global Facilities & Real Estate Category Strategies are executed in a timely basis in line with the targeted goalsResponsible for leading proactive sourcing activity for the Facilities & Real Estate CategoriesResponsible for supporting the establishment of the overall Facilities & Real Estate Category segmentation and identification of key supplier relationshipsAccountable for supporting the implementation of consistent KPIs for the Facilities & Real Estate CategoriesAccountable for the management of selected strategic Facilities & Real Estate Category supplier relationships, as agreed in the supplier segmentation processResponsible for proactively supporting the S&N innovation agenda with strategic suppliers within the Facilities & Real Estate Categories, in line with S&N objectivesResponsible for the creation, application, completion and review of major contracts for the Facilities & Real Estate CategoriesAccountable for ensuring that relevant activities delivered by Regional Implementation team members / GBS Procurement team members within the Facilities & Real Estate Categories are in line with the overall Category strategyAccountable for ensuring negotiated contracts are clearly communicated to business stakeholders for the Facilities & Real Estate Categories, and that they are consistently appliedResponsible for monitoring compliance and adherence to Smith & Nephew Procurement policies and procedures within the Facilities & Real Estate CategoriesResponsible for ensuring internal issues within the Facilities & Real Estate Categories are addressed and resolved in a timely manner What will you need to be successful? Education: Bachelor's degree required at a minimum, in fields such as business administration, finance, law or a scientific or technical field. Strong preference for CIPS or similar professional qualification.Experience3+ years of experience in a Procurement environment

Manager, Infrastructure (Energetic and successful company, FTE, heading the Infra environment)Are you a hands-on Manager, Infrastructure with a breadth/depth infrastructure skill set interested in joining an energetic, established and growing, and down-to-earth company in Nashville, TN? Or maybe you are Lead or Sr. Administrator/Engineer that is looking for their first leadership opportunity. If so, please continue reading:What will I be doing and who with?Manager, Infrastructure, will join the company and head up their entire Infrastructure stack - it's definitely hands-on and also with formal leadership. Network (Ubiquiti), Security (MS Defender... configuring policies/alerts, response, monitoring access points), MS Exchange, Procurement (setting up software on laptops and setting up security groups, buying laptops, etc.).- this Manager, Infrastructure will have one direct report underneath them to help them drive the success of the company's IT Infrastructure. There is a separate DevOps Engineering and Software Engineering teams. This person will report to the VP, Technology.Why this role, group, company?Autonomy and ownership - this Manager, Infrastructure will of course keep leadership abreast and updated; this is their baby though. They will be the primary POC of the infrastructure from a support perspective. It's a team environment, folks will defer to this person.Company - fun, laid back and casual dressed (Jeans and T-Shirt type environment), energetic, the opposite of forced formality. Future in the role - this person will grow and the company will continue to do so too. This is down the line... if a role, though, in Management or Leadership is of interest, there will likely be a team built out (Helpdesk, for example) that this person would lead. Grow your skill set! - if interested in growing, be on calls from a DevOps or Software Engineering perspective. Those relationships with other teams are part of this company's culture, so there is an opportunity to grow technically as well. Vibe/Culture - this company is really focused on the employee. High sense of purpose and customer service, people in leadership are very supportive of the teams, roll up your sleeve's kind of culture. Technically - they're of the mind of adopting technology to increase speed and increase velocity in the business being able to make decisions. CEO looks at the company as a tech company. They don't' sell software or anything like that; however, the mindset is very tech enabled and modern technologically.

Who We AreWorking at Reece & Fortiline means being part of a growing global company that brings our purpose and values to life every day. We celebrate our team members living our values and provide opportunities to build a long and remarkable career. We're proud to support essential industries helping bring clean air and water to everyone. To learn more about our purpose and values, visit our career site at https://careers.reece.com/us/Project ManagerTHE IMPACT YOU'LL MAKEAs a Project Manager, you will support metering sales by assisting with metering projects from start to finish company-wide! You will be a fundamental team player to help keep team members on track of priorities and deadlines! Your project management skills will be used to maintain project schedules and formally respond to RFPs. The understanding of procurement processes and bid scheduling is essential for this role.WHAT YOU'LL BRINGStrong project management skillsAbility to build lasting relationshipsAttention to detailFocus on customer satisfactionYOUR BACKGROUNDHigh school diploma or equivalentFive years' experience in a related discipline, managing multiple projects of a complex nature for a significant durationStrong time management, interpersonal, organizational, and communication skillsBachelor's degree preferredProject Management Professional (PMP) certification preferredPrevious industry and procurement experience preferredFollowing is a list of physical and mental requirements identified as necessary to achieve the essential functions of this role:Attendance - Ability to maintain the scheduled days and hours, including onsite presence at the assigned location as specified.Physical Capacities - Lift up to 50 pounds frequently throughout the day, sitting and standing for extended periods. Kneeling, squatting, climbing, and walkingOperation of Office Equipment - Job requires operation of equipment common to office settings, including computers, copiers, and other office equipment, including Near Vision, Manual Dexterity, and working in proximity to equipment.Oral Communication Skills - Speaking, Speech Clarity, and Speech Recognition.Written Communication Skills - Writing, Reading and Written Comprehension, and Written Expression.Mental Capacities - Achievement/Effort, Active Listening, Adaptability/Flexibility, Analytical Thinking, Attention to Detail, Category Flexibility, Concern for Others, Cooperation and Coordination, Critical Thinking, Deductive Reasoning, Dependability, Independence, Inductive Reasoning, Information Ordering, Initiative, Innovation, Maintenance of Relationships, Integrity, Oral Comprehension and Expression, Problem Sensitivity, Selective Attention, Self-Control, Service Orientation, Social Orientation, Social Perceptiveness, Stress Tolerance, Support, and Time Management.Our commitment to excellent customer service is just part of our story. We're also dedicated to supporting our most valuable asset, our associates! One of the ways we do this is by offering a variety of high-quality benefits for our associates and their families.All full-time associates are eligible for the following benefits:Medical and Dental InsuranceFlexible Spending Accounts and Health Savings AccountsCompany-paid Life InsuranceShort Term Disability401(k) PlanPaid Time Off (PTO) - plus paid holidaysParental LeaveVoluntary benefits:VisionLong-term DisabilityVoluntary Life and AD&D InsuranceAdditional Voluntary Benefits through CorestreamWe're an equal opportunity employer and we welcome diversity and inclusion! Reece USA is an Equal Opportunity Employer- Employer Race, Color, Religion, Sex, Sexual Orientation, Gender Identity, National Origin, and any other status protected by law.

DESCRIPTIONAt Amazon, we strive to be Earth’s most customer-centric company where people can find and discover anything they want to buy online. We hire the world’s brightest minds, offering them an environment in which they can relentlessly improve the experience for customers. Innovation and creativity are built into the DNA of the company and are encouraged at all levels of employment. Every day we solve complex technical and business problems with ingenuity and simplicity. We’re making history and the good news is we’ve only just begun. The OpsTech IT supply chain team is accountable to manage all IT infrastructure and end user equipment deployed across Amazon fulfillment facilities globally. The team is responsible to provide end to end solutions for this equipment that includes engineering, lifecycle management, change control, demand planning, supplier readiness, material management, and total cost of ownership. Our initiatives deliver on the solutions that power the physical fulfillment to millions of Amazon.com customers across the world. The Supplier Center of Excellence (SCOE) team focuses on supply agility and resilience, supplier readiness to support Amazon demand, product quality, supplier performance management, cost containment and reduction, supplier capability development, risk identification and mitigation. Working closely with the Engineering team, Global Procurement, and other Supply Chain internal teams, the SCOE team will develop and lead supplier relationships for creating the greatest value in total cost, quality, service, security of supply, and innovation. The team will partner with all cross functional regional procurement & launch readiness teams to develop category strategies that meet the enterprise guidance on products and addresses regional needs of business and internal stakeholders. The Category Manager (Supply Chain Manager) is responsible for relationship ownership for all suppliers and resellers in their category. Key job responsibilities• Serve as supply chain Subject Matter Expert (SME) for a variety of IT equipment within a category, and manage those categories from a procurement, readiness, supplier performance and risk standpoint.• Develop Category Strategies, product roadmaps and other planning to improve supply agility and resilience, supplier coverage, diversification, value and security of supply. Requires collaboration and alignment with other stakeholders including IT engineering team, Product Management and other Supply Chain teams.• Be responsible for supplier relationships including supplier performance, capability development, capacity planning, risk identification and mitigation.• Interact with business partners to develop, engage and lead supplier relationships for creating the greatest value in cost, security of supply, risk management, and innovation.• Engage with Suppliers in a detailed, hands on approach to support every day, operational requirements related to inventory readiness, changes in components and technology, reporting, OTIF and other metrics• Support execution of sourcing strategies in collaboration with other sourcing teams and negotiate and manage contract compliance with suppliers and internal stakeholders• Keep abreast of changing business requirements and market conditions, and manage suppliers and contracts to maintain value and competitiveness• Perform spend analysis based on a variety of relevant information, prepare financial models, identify opportunities for efficiency gains and cost savings, and present business case and recommendations to internal business partners• Support the strategic goals of the business partners; act as a ‘consultant’ to help achieve those objectives. Be recognized by business partners for supporting their strategy and driving valueAdditional Responsibilities:• Lead or participate in development of policies and procedures, process efficiency, and innovation for related programs• Participate in implementation of new procurement systems and technology• Network externally to facilitate competitive intelligence including best practices, emerging / potential sources of competitive advantage, market pricing, and benchmarkingWe are open to hiring candidates to work out of one of the following locations:Nashville, TN, USABASIC QUALIFICATIONS- • Bachelor’s Degree in Business, Supply Chain, I.T. or a related field preferred- • 5+ years of experience in supply chain, strategic sourcing, procurement, or supplier management- • Ability to exercise judgment in evaluation of suppliers, supplier performance, and ensure that project goals, schedules and performance requirements are achieved- • Customer obsession, bias for action and urgency- • Must have a positive, collaborative attitude- • Excellent verbal skills and above average written communication skills- • Strong PC skills including Windows and Excel- This role may include up to 10% travelPREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS- • Advanced Degree- • 10+ years of experience with focus on supply chain, strategic sourcing, procurement, or supplier management- • Experience and knowledge of I.T. equipment and components, including network infrastructure, peripherals, and end user equipment, suppliers, and the related supply chains- • Ability to proactively manage supplier relationships to drive value for our customers- • Exceptional skill in negotiation, contract development, and program management- • Strategic, long term critical thinking and planning- • Financial analysis and value / TCO analysis- • An understanding of global supply risk and its implicationsAmazon is committed to a diverse and inclusive workplace. Amazon is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate on the basis of race, national origin, gender, gender identity, sexual orientation, protected veteran status, disability, age, or other legally protected status. For individuals with disabilities who would like to request an accommodation, please visit https://www.amazon.jobs/en/disability/us.

DESCRIPTIONre:Cycle Reverse Logistics is an electronics processing, reuse, and recycling company that works to extend the life of used electronic equipment through reuse, repair, and recycling. We are a stand-alone company within the Amazon corporate family that provides IT Asset Disposition services to other Amazon companies with a specialization in the handling of valuable electronic equipment that was originally used in data centers. Come join our team and be a part of history as we deliver results for the largest cloud services company on Earth!re:Cycle Reverse Logistics is looking for a talented, driven, and highly organized Procurement Manager in support of our Reverse Logistics program as we expand commercial relationships with numerous downstream vendors and broader customer segments. As a re:Cycle Reverse Logistics Vendor Procurement Manager, you will be responsible for identifying, negotiating, and executing contracts with strategic partners to enable, expand, and raise the bar for the services re:Cycle provides for customers while protecting commercial and legal interests. The role will leverage expertise in vendor management, business acumen, and negotiating skills while collaborating with key partners in Legal, Finance, Operations, Trade Compliance, and Risk departments.As a Vendor Procurement Manger, you find clear paths through roadblocks, provide escalation management, anticipate and make tradeoffs, and balance the business needs versus commercial considerations. You will have an ability to partner with legal teams to assess risk and complex programs and break them down into manageable pieces, developing functional commercial processes, then execute them in a successful and timely manner. Maturity, high judgment, negotiation skills, ability to influence, analytical thinking and leadership are essential to success in this role.Key job responsibilitiesLead initial business vetting of vendors prior to onboarding. Partner with legal on associated NDA, contractual review, and execution of program required agreements with external partners. Develop comprehensive vendor RFP and vetting mechanisms to aid business partners in assessing vendor portfolio.Working on a diverse project portfolio supporting Sustainability and recovery initiatives and strategy.Serve as the primary business point of contact for internal stakeholders, including Operations and Commercial teams who require legal agreements to proceed on key initiatives. Coordination of global monthly business reviews with associated metrics and narrative including document writing to outline strategy on vendor portfolio. We are open to hiring candidates to work out of one of the following locations:Nashville, TN, USABASIC QUALIFICATIONS- Bachelor’s degree in Business Administration, Supply Chain, or Engineering- 3+ years of procurement experience- 5+ years of related professional experiencePREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS- Negotiation Skills: Strong negotiation skills to achieve the best terms and prices from suppliers.- Vendor Management: Proven ability in managing vendor relationships, including performance evaluation and risk management.- Contract Management: Experience in drafting, reviewing, and managing contracts.- Analytical Skills: Strong analytical skills to assess market conditions, supplier performance, and procurement data.- Communication Skills: Excellent verbal and written communication skills for interaction with vendors and internal stakeholders.- Project Management: Ability to manage multiple projects and deadlines simultaneously.- Strategic Thinking: Skills in developing and implementing procurement strategies aligned with organizational goals.Amazon is committed to a diverse and inclusive workplace. Amazon is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate on the basis of race, national origin, gender, gender identity, sexual orientation, protected veteran status, disability, age, or other legally protected status. For individuals with disabilities who would like to request an accommodation, please visit https://www.amazon.jobs/en/disability/us.

DESCRIPTIONThe Global Procurement Launch & Expansion team manages the flow of materials to new sites by monitoring and mitigating supply risk.The role is seen as a strategic driver for excellence, through implementation of best practices, standardization of project execution and governance. An experienced procurement or project/program management professional, responsible for monitoring and controlling project progress and performance, proactively identifying risks and managing mitigation plans. It will have excellent communication skills to build and maintain effective stakeholder relationships and have the ability to focus simultaneously on short term deliverables and continuous improvement initiatives to deliver long term value to internal customers.Key job responsibilitiesMonitor and mitigate overall risk for all new launches buildingsContinuously improve current processesIdentify and/or eliminate project related barriers for team members and partnersCommunicate building launch plans with Category, Site Procurement Operations (SPO) teams, and cross-functional organizationsEstablish initial procurement order streams to match supply with demand on a Just-in-Time (JIT) basis.Collaborate with suppliers and establish monitoring processes, where applicable, to ensure timely deliveries and quality complianceEnsure Procurement’s resource requirements are met in all new site launchesDefine key performance indicators – develop metrics and service level agreements for core programs and processes, and track delivery against program objectivesInterface with Procurement Operations to implement best practices and ensure consistency across buildingsPartner with internal customers to positively influence spending decisionsDrive execution of vision and goals for the teamDevelop sustainable training as needed for new project/program launchesManage multiple, competing projects and priorities simultaneouslyTravel up to 50% domestically and internationallyA day in the lifeAmazon offers a full range of benefits that support you and eligible family members, including domestic partners and their children. Benefits can vary by location, the number of regularly scheduled hours you work, length of employment, and job status such as seasonal or temporary employment. The benefits that generally apply to regular, full-time employees include:1. Medical, Dental, and Vision Coverage2. Maternity and Parental Leave Options3. Paid Time Off (PTO)4. 401(k) PlanIf you are not sure that every qualification on the list above describes you exactly, we'd still love to hear from you! At Amazon, we value people with unique backgrounds, experiences, and skillsets. If you’re passionate about this role and want to make an impact on a global scale, please apply! We are open to hiring candidates to work out of one of the following locations:Arlington, VA, USA | Bellevue, WA, USA | Nashville, TN, USABASIC QUALIFICATIONS- 3+ years of program or project management experience- 3+ years of working cross functionally with tech and non-tech teams experience- 3+ years of defining and implementing process improvement initiatives using data and metrics experience- 2+ years of supply chain experience- Bachelor's degree- Knowledge of Excel (Pivot Tables, VLookUps) at an advanced level and SQL- Experience defining program requirements and using data and metrics to determine improvementsPREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS- 3+ years of driving end to end delivery, and communicating results to senior leadership experience- 3+ years of driving process improvements experience- Experience in stakeholder management, dealing with multiple stakeholders at varied levels of the organization- Experience building processes, project management, and schedulesAmazon is committed to a diverse and inclusive workplace. Amazon is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate on the basis of race, national origin, gender, gender identity, sexual orientation, protected veteran status, disability, age, or other legally protected status. For individuals with disabilities who would like to request an accommodation, please visit https://www.amazon.jobs/en/disability/us.Our compensation reflects the cost of labor across several US geographic markets. The base pay for this position ranges from $77,200/year in our lowest geographic market up to $141,500/year in our highest geographic market. Pay is based on a number of factors including market location and may vary depending on job-related knowledge, skills, and experience. Amazon is a total compensation company. Dependent on the position offered, equity, sign-on payments, and other forms of compensation may be provided as part of a total compensation package, in addition to a full range of medical, financial, and/or other benefits. For more information, please visit https://www.aboutamazon.com/workplace/employee-benefits. This position will remain posted until filled. Applicants should apply via our internal or external career site.

Job Summary:Materials Manager has total responsibility for materials planning and logistics activities that include inventory management, material planning, forecasting & replenishment, warehousing, logistics and indirect procurement. This is a critical role within the plant operations that ensure on-time customer order fulfilment and delivery. This role drives strong collaboration with finance, controlling, supply chain and program management teams within plant and corporate settings.Job Responsibilities:Independent responsibility for material and logistics planning, inventory planning, release management, on-hand inventory accuracy, forecasting and replenishment, freight optimization.Lead a team of material planners and plant procurement teams; identify needs for skill development and focus on training and performance improvement of the team.Design most optimal material planning and inventory solutions, taking into consideration EBITDA, working capital and on-time execution of customer orders. Supervise, initiate, control and direct the activities of all personnel involved in ensuring on-time delivery at minimum cost of labor and materials.A significant contributor to the financial success of the plant operation by ensuring customer satisfaction is a key priority.Lead continuous improvement plans as it relates to materials planning, freight management, space optimization and timely customer order fulfillment.Develop analytical tools and daily best practices as it relates to inventory optimization and risk mitigation.Provide subject matter expertise to materials planning team as it relates to ERP and inventory management best practices.Train materials personnel in TS16949, ISO 14001, Health and Safety, and facility policies, procedures and work instructions as they apply to their role.Lead physical inventories, monitor inventory levels and adjust accordingly.Timely execution of performance appraisals for direct reports.Ensure co-ordination between materials planning, production schedules and shipping schedules to meet customer requirements.Co-ordinate all sub-contracting activities.Job Qualifications:Bachelor's degree or college diploma in business administration, commerce or economics is preferred.Certification in Supply Chain/Materials Management Program from an accredited institution will be a distinct advantage.Minimum 5 years functional experience in materials and inventory management in a high volume Automotive Manufacturing operation.Hands-on experience in monitoring and ensuring inventory accuracy, inventory turnover rates and order fill rates to diagnose inventory planning, forecasting and replenishment problems.Have led material planning and inventory performance improvement projects in fast paced manufacturing settings.Demonstrate planning and analytical skills; able to recommend and implement sustainable supply planning and inventory management solutions to drive operational performance improvements.Solid experience in collaborating with controllers and other managers to make forecasts and build inventories that are compatible with plant's production and sales strategies and budgets.Possess excellent communication skills to interact with co-workers, customers and suppliers about operational matters.Solid experience in evaluating and analyzing risks associated with material planning and inventory management; hands-on experience in managing customer demand variations.Working knowledge of freight planning, lane optimization.Solid knowledge of ERP system/BI reporting. Familiarity with computer applications and communications software. Able to train people on IT systems.Working experience on continuous improvement initiatives in supply chain/plant operations settings.APICS /CPIM certification preferred.Hands on experience in scheduling and inventory planning in an ERP system environment.

DescriptionDomtar is a leading provider of a wide variety of fiber-based products including communication, specialty and packaging papers, market pulp and airlaid nonwovens. With approximately 6,300 employees serving more than 50 countries around the world, Domtar is driven by a commitment to turn sustainable wood fiber into useful products that people rely on every day. Domtar's principal executive office is in Fort Mill, South Carolina and Domtar is part of the Paper Excellence group of companies. To learn more, visitwww.domtar.com. Domtar's Packaging mill in Kingsport, TN is searching for an experiencedDistribution Manager.The Distribution Manager leads a team responsible for all inbound and outbound material movements at the Kingsport Containerboard Mill. This includes the oversight of the mill warehouse, yard, scheduling, and dedicated fleet operations. To be successful, the Distribution Services Manager must work collaboratively with the machine superintendent, OCC operations, customer solutions team, local rail management, and central transportation team. A strong logistical background in a fast paced, high volume manufacturing distribution environment with excellent customer service and multi-modal transportation experience will be key. The Distribution Services Manager must be able to analyze critical transportation requirements, identify deficiencies, and develop innovative and cost-effective solutions for enhancing Domtar's competitiveness at our Kingsport facility. Key ResponsibilitiesManage execution of orders through the complete fulfillment cycle at the mill level. This includes all processes that support machine planning, warehouse put away, transportation planning, warehouse picking and loading to ensure orders are delivered to customers on-time, in-full, and damage free. Enable team success in these areas through coaching, cross training backups for coverage, and process improvement.Lead warehouse operations. This includes 24/7/365 oversight of staff responsible for put away planning and execution, rail switching, trailer switching, driver receiving, loading planning and execution, inventory accuracy, off quality processing, and warehouse housekeeping. Drive efficiency of put away and loading to maximize output.Maintain alignment with cross functional mill and company teams to ensure distribution operations have information and support needed for its daily operations. This includes regular team meetings, conference calls, and area KPI reporting. Work cross functionally to keep distribution operations in balance. Interdependencies of operations impact the success of mill distribution services and daily alignment is key to success. This includes activities to coordinate OCC unloading priorities, oversee scale house shipping/receiving execution, drive balance of rail and truck orders, maximize dedicated fleet utilization, manage inventory levels with space available, and maintain yard inventory accuracy.Oversee carrier and third-party logistical services relationships for the Kingsport Mill to including the dedicated fleet, shunting service, yard management, and warehouse management providers. Develop operational shipping plan to include load planning and carrier selection for each mode of transportation.Work with the Packaging Customer Solutions, Recovered Paper Procurement, and Transportation teams on customer requests, claims, improvement projects, etc.Required QualificationsBA or BS in Operations Management/Transportation & Logistics or appropriate experience.Minimum 7 years of warehouse operations experience, including rail loading experience.Demonstrated leadership skills, including the ability to effectively manage people and processes, knowledge of safety regulations and practices.Demonstrated knowledge of warehouse put away and order picking processes, yard management, and truckload planning.Supplier management skills, capable problem solver and negotiator.High level of familiarity with Microsoft Office suite.Preferred QualificationsExperience working in a union environment.Experience with storage and handling of rolled paper product.Preferred experience in a Flow to Work, High Performance Work System. Domtar is an equal opportunity employer. Qualified applicants will be considered without regard to age, race, color, sex (including gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, and pregnancy), marital status, religion, national origin, genetic information, disability, or veteran status.