United Engines · 21 hours ago
Purchasing Supervisor
US-TX-Houston
Full-time
Onsite
Senior Level
6+ years expUnited Holdings is seeking a Purchasing Supervisor to oversee procurement activities across all business units. The role involves managing a team of Buyers, improving supplier performance, and ensuring effective purchasing strategies to enhance quality and reduce costs.
Machinery
Responsibilities
Supervise all procurement activities in support of all business units
Develops, coordinates, and supports strategic procurement operations
Supervises and supports Buyers in all daily activities, including buying decisions, and technology needs
Analyzes changes or new issues in materials and supply to reduce costs and improve quality and overall value
Lead and manage team of Buyers emphasizing personal development and leadership initiatives and support target achievements
Responsible for oversight of purchasing for major equipment and fabricated items for the
Manage all incoming data to help ensure Buyers are given the best possible information to make good buying decisions
Coordinates and resolves issues regarding existing and new products
Monitors supplier performance and assists in efforts for improvement in delivery, cost and quality
Studies and investigates purchasing methods and recommends alternative goods of parts and processes when needed
Recommends new or revised procurement procedures
Oversee purchasing supply plan activities, guiding buyers on risk management and coordinating closely with planning and scheduling for alignment
Participates in efforts to reduce inventory and supports goals to improve cash flow
Maintain a clean and safe work
Establish work standards and evaluate staff’s
Hire, counsel, and discharge staff as
Ensure performance of all work is done in accordance with quality and quantity standards and established safety procedures
Qualification
Required
6–8 years of relevant experience
Strong leadership, analytical, and problem-solving skills
Effective communicator with ability to present to diverse audiences
Project management expertise: able to meet deadlines and manage competing priorities
Experience collaborating with executive management and cross-functional teams
Customer-focused while adhering to company procedures
Ability to maintain current and thorough knowledge of all applicable processes and equipment is required
Frequent standing, walking, sitting, handling, climbing, crawling, squatting, kneeling, and bending
Ability to lift/carry up to 20 lbs frequently; occasional lifting up to 25 lbs
Must be able to wear PPE as required
Ability to wear Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) as required by the position, location, and/or customer
Preferred
Associate or bachelor's degree strongly preferred
CPM-Certified Purchasing Manager or CPSM-Certified Professional in Supply Management or CPIM-Certified in Production and Inventory Management preferred
Company
United Engines
United Engines is a global manufacturer and service provider of transmissions, generators, and diesel and truck engines.
51-200 employees
Funding
Current Stage
Growth StageCompany data provided by crunchbase