Arconic · 9 hours ago
Capital Procurement Manager
Arconic is a leading provider of aluminum products and is currently seeking a Capital Procurement Manager to join their Rolled Products North America Team. The role involves leading the procurement of capital goods and services, ensuring effective sourcing and negotiation while aligning with budgetary goals and compliance standards.
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Responsibilities
Develop and execute procurement strategies for capital projects in alignment with organizational objectives
Lead sourcing, bidding, and contract negotiation processes for capital expenditures
Collaborate with project managers, engineers, and technical teams to define specifications and procurement timelines
Evaluate and select suppliers based on quality, cost, delivery, and project specific compliance criteria
Monitor supplier performance and manage vendor relationships to ensure project success
Ensure adherence to internal controls, legal requirements, and industry standards
Analyze market trends and identify opportunities for cost savings and process improvements
Prepare and present procurement reports and forecasts to senior leadership
Proactively identify and drive cost reduction initiatives
Perform commercial evaluations and assist with technical evaluations leading to an award recommendation
Work directly with legal personnel to create the required contract documents
Identify and qualify suppliers with expertise in supplying industrial manufacturing equipment
Identify and qualify suppliers with expertise in industrial construction
Conduct market analyses on materials, products, and services associated with capital projects
Work to minimize the number of 'single source' purchase orders
Lead the efforts to resolve any disputes that may arise between the project team and suppliers
Apply strong analytical and decision-making skills that foster developing creative solutions and support the business mission
Assist in value engineering exercises to obtain the lowest cost for the desired capital solution
Manage multiple projects simultaneously while achieving key business objectives
Travel as required to suppliers and project sites (
Qualification
Required
Bachelor's degree in business, supply chain management, engineering, or a related field from an accredited university
5 years of procurement experience in capital projects, preferably in aluminum or metals manufacturing
Employees must be legally authorized to work in the United States. Verification of employment eligibility will be required at the time of hire. Visa sponsorship is not available for this position
This position requires access to controlled technology, as defined in the Export Administration Regulations (15 C.F.R. 730, et seq.) and/or the International Traffic in Arms Regulations (ITAR). Authorizations from the relevant government agency may be required to meet export control compliance requirements
Preferred
MBA in Business Administration/Economics or similar advanced degree
7+ years of procurement experience in capital projects, preferably in aluminum or metals manufacturing
Strong knowledge of heavy industrial equipment, fabrication, and installation processes
Proven ability to manage complex supplier negotiations associated with capital projects
Proficiency in ERP systems (e.g., SAP, Oracle)
Excellent communication, analytical, and stakeholder management skills
Proficiency in MS Office Suite
Experience in an engineering or heavy industrial manufacturing environment
Certified Purchasing Professional (CPP), Certified Purchasing Manager (CPM) or equivalent
Familiarity with the Front-End Loading (FEL) engineering process
Company
Arconic
Arconic delivers aluminum solutions throughout the value chain.
Funding
Current Stage
Public CompanyTotal Funding
unknown2023-05-04Acquired
2020-04-01IPO
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