TYM North America ยท 21 hours ago
Procurement Manager
Rome, GA
Full-time
Onsite
Senior Level
5+ years expTYM North America is a growing organization in the agricultural equipment sector, seeking an experienced Procurement Manager to enhance their procurement strategies. The role involves managing vendor relationships, driving cost efficiencies, and ensuring a reliable supply of high-quality components and equipment.
Machinery
Responsibilities
Developing sound, cost-effective strategies for the purchasing of materials used in the business
Coordinating with HQ partners to identify and source local vendors to supply necessary materials for North America manufacturing sites
Maintaining relationships with suppliers while continually scouting for additional vendors
Evaluating spending operations while seeking ways to improve and enhance the quality of products purchased and the timeliness of deliveries
Communicating with management regularly regarding the efficient flow of goods and services affecting production
Conducting cost analysis and setting benchmarks for improvement
Developing risk management procedures to mitigate losses in the event of product shortages
Supervising a purchasing team and delegating tasks across departments when necessary
Working closely with the company legal department to make sure contracts and terms are favorable
Other duties as assigned
Qualification
Required
Previous working experience as a Procurement Manager for 5 years, preferably in the agricultural machinery industry
BS/MS/ MA in Business Administration, Supply Chain, Operations, or similar relevant fields
In-depth knowledge of technical aspects of components for locally sourced parts
Proven experience in procurement, strategic sourcing, and supplier management
In-depth knowledge of contracts, invoices, and negotiation terms
Superb communication, interpersonal and leadership skills
Outstanding negotiation skills
Problem solver with a strong analytical mindset
Outstanding organizational and time management skills
Knowledge of Lean Manufacturing, Six Sigma concepts, for implementing and analyzing current processes for improvements
Strong Project Management skills
SAP and Salesforce skills
Strong organization, time management, and analytical skills
Adept & comfortable working with personnel from varied corporate levels and cultural backgrounds
Outstanding management skills
Excellent negotiation skills
Strong organization skills
Excellent written and verbal communication skills
Excellent customer service skills
Travel (domestic and international), as needed
Regular and reliable attendance is required
Preferred
APICS Supply Chain certifications
Certified Purchasing Professional (CPP) preferred
Certified Professional Purchasing Manager (CPPM) preferred
Multilingual or bilingual proficiency (Korean a bonus)
Company
TYM North America
TYM North America is the North American distribution arm of Tong Yang Moolsan, the largest South Korean manufacturer of agricultural tractors.
51-200 employees
Funding
Current Stage
Growth StageCompany data provided by crunchbase