Key Responsibilities

• Lead the end-to-end procurement cycle for direct materials, ensuring timely and cost-effective procurement to support plant operations and business continuity.
• Prepare, execute, and manage purchase orders and releases in alignment with demand plans and supply strategies.
• Oversee and manage day-to-day supplier transactions, ensuring compliance with contract terms and procurement policies.
• Select and recommend suppliers for requisitions in accordance with sourcing strategies, ensuring quality, cost-efficiency, and delivery performance.
• Collaborate with suppliers and internal teams to resolve invoice discrepancies, delivery issues, claims, and product returns.
• Coordinate with accounting and end users to reconcile discrepancies and ensure proper account allocations for purchased items.
• Route high-value or non-contracted items to tactical buyers or category leads for resolution.