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Purchasing Manager

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Job Description - Purchasing Manager


BASIC FUNCTION: Supervise the plant purchasing activities.  Coordinate the function of this department to achieve the optimal level of inventory investment, manufacturing efficiency, and customer service. Work closely with corporate purchasing in support of Tenneco objectives and synergies.









 


SPECIFIC RESPONSIBILITIES:



  1. Direct and participate in the purchase of all materials, components, equipment and supplies at competitive prices.

  2. Explore and develop opportunities for cost effective utilization of alternative materials and supplies as well as equipment and tooling.

  3. Meet or exceed predetermined annual goals in the areas of cost reduction and supplier performance.

  4. Contribute to progressive improvement and development of the purchasing system.

  5. Resolve order or invoice discrepancies before approving for payment.

  6. Handle all financials related to purchasing, supplier management, and purchase order processing.

  7. Manage and purchase consignment raw materials.

  8. Ensure supplies being received meet specifications.

  9. Monitors and manages all suppliers; responsible for the delivery and performance of those suppliers.

  10. Maintains supplier Confidentiality Agreements.

  11. Process A/P for FTL business which includes Wire Transfers

  12. Oversees the Receiving Department

  13. Manages documents needed for New Supplier Setup

  14. The person assigned to this job has the authority and responsibility for the tasks designated in the EMS (Environmental Management System) procedures and for the tasks described below.



  • Understanding and assuring conformance with the plant’s Environmental Policy as it relates to their job responsibilities.


 


 



 


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