Procurement Operations Manager, OEM

A position at FTI can be the answer to your future career. In this role, you'll be part of a progressive national leader in electrical planning, engineering, technology and energy services. FTI enables employee growth and success through industry-leading training and development, utilization of the latest industry technologies, and an uncompromised focus on safety. We recognize and reward top performers, offering competitive, merit-based compensation, career path development and a flexible and robust benefits package that boasts everything from paid training and tuition reimbursement to an award-winning wellness program. The Procurement Operations Manager, OEM is a senior role within the function. This position is responsible for providing Procurement support to the Product OEM Operations team. Incumbent shall provide this support through excellent customer service, which includes aggregating anticipated product volumes, communicating such information to FTI's network of suppliers, creating, verifying, and editing purchase and rental orders/contracts/ or requests, and submitting orders to FTI's network of suppliers. The ideal candidate must be proficient in the use of a PC and Microsoft Office Suite, have prior ERP experience and demonstrate a proven track record of understanding Procure to Pay functionality, including FTI processes, and practices. As a seasoned member of the Procurement team, this person shall from time-to-time act as an informal mentor/trainer to develop other less experienced Procurement Agents to help raise their collective capability and delivery of value to FTI. MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS Education: Bachelor's Degree in relevant field. Experience: 5-7 years in successful operations management with appropriate industry experience Travel: 15-25% Work Schedule: This position works between the hours of 7 AM and 5 PM, Monday- Friday. However, work may be performed at any time on any day of the week to meet business needs. Work Location: This is a hybrid position; however, you must be located near Appleton, WI KEY RESPONSIBILITIES General Develops and implements processes for entering, maintaining, and updating purchasing orders, data, and pricing in the system. Develops continuous improvement processes for purchase order entry system and coordinates cross-functionally to implement such systems. Prepares and disseminates information on purchasing system usage and status. Assists Director of Strategic Sourcing to establish key supply chain partnerships to support business development activities. Develops and oversees purchasing agents collocated at branch offices. Develops, implements, monitors, and analyzes purchasing metrics including pricing comparisons, on-time delivery, order volume, and other measures as needed. Demonstrates approachability and ability to collaborate with others and effectively influence. Demonstrates the ability to plan for, complete, and implement assignments and responsibilities in a timely manner. Demonstrates an acceptance of the company culture (adhere to the company's core values) and an adoption of professional standards. Defines work to be done; clearly communicates vision, objectives, and tasks to appropriate individuals. Delegates tasks to appropriate parties; clearly communicates needs and expectations. Measures and monitors the work of individual direct reports and/or collective team/taskforce team(s). Coaches and motivates direct reports/appropriate individuals to effectively perform; removes barriers to success and provides feedback, necessary resources, and open communication. Develops relationships with leaders, direct reports, and/or others that facilitate open dialogue and trust. Performs other related duties as required and assigned. Conflict Management Proactively communicates issues/concerns/delays/opportunities to the appropriate stakeholders. Proactively resolves material/supplier issues that pose potential disruption, escalation, or risk to production/relationships. Escalates issues appropriately. Organizationally sensitive when involving relevant resources and/or stakeholders. Demonstrates proven problem-solving skills and techniques that preserve relationships, that lead toward resolution. Functional/Technical Skills Applies Purchasing/trade material knowledge to each transaction. Prepares purchase orders using established purchasing procedures. Works with customers to establish clear bill of materials (BOM) with appropriate specifications for materials to be purchase. Consistently demonstrates exceptional customer service skills to internal and external customers. Expedites freight, supplier shipments, deliveries, and/or pickups consistent with appropriate INCOTERMS as appropriate. Working knowledge of statistical methods and data analysis, applying it to daily work. Helps to improve P2P processes, procedures, and overall efficiency. Considered a subject matter expert within Procurement function, able to help, guide, mentor or teach others. Organizational Agility Demonstrates approachability and ability to collaborate with others and effectively influence. Understands the reasoning behind key policies, practices and procedures and demonstrates willingness to suggest changes/modifications. Regularly seeks out the appropriate individuals outside the department as needed to complete work and build informal networks. Asks questions before acting in unfamiliar territory. Influences through both formal & informal channels. Demonstrates the ability to determine what risks are necessary and what failures are acceptable. Assists in breaking down silos between Procurement and other departments. Identifies and executes opportunity to simplify processes. Problem Solving Applies continuous improvement concepts to overcome obstacles in area of responsibility. Applies Six Sigma methodologies to improves processes. Utilizes advanced problem-solving processes and techniques. Gains insight into and thorough knowledge of problems before attempting to resolve them. Is resourceful; knows different processes, how/where to get information and when to ask for help. Solves defined problems where precedents exist, and cause affect are readily identified. Explains the rational or thought process behind own and team decisions. Uses analytics instead of personal bias to solve problems. Provides positive effects on business results with solutions. Process Management Regularly meets and leads supplier discussions that develop new value-added options to increase productivity for our customers and team. Proficiently performs tasks within established process and guidelines. Utilizes metrics to identify adherence to established processes. Identifies and develops new processes to improve efficiencies of workflow. Clearly articulates processes and teaches others how to correctly use them. Drive for Results Willingly accepts new assignments and responsibility for results. Demonstrates the ability to plan for, complete, and implement assignments and responsibilities in a timely manner. Meets daily deadlines and goals on-time and to the satisfaction of their customer. Completes work efficiently and effectively. Understands corporate/department objectives and priorities. Works and collaborates effectively with others to achieve results. Tracks record with successful medium to large projects. Links end goals and results to company scorecards and strategy. Identifies opportunities for improvement and takes initiative to pursue solutions. Integrates with other functional groups/customers as a key member of the project team. Shares in the project success and or initiative KPI's. Leads, coaches, mentor's others to achieve department and corporate objectives. Strategic Agility Understands both corporate and department strategies and how to positively support them through their individual efforts. Helps others in the creative thinking and brainstorming process. Helps develop and implement relevant corporate/department supply strategies. Understands market trends and responds accordingly. Demonstrates resiliency and is able to adapt to company challenges and roadblocks. The job description and responsibilities described are intended to provide guidelines for job expectations and the employee's ability to perform the position described. It is not intended to be construed as an exhaustive list of all functions, responsibilities, skills and abilities. Additional functions and requirements may be assigned by supervisors as deemed appropriate SURGE your career forward! Employees at FTI grow faster because they are a part of a nationally leading team of electrical planners, engineers, designers, electricians, and business professionals. Your Personal Growth: Build your career path by taking advantage of our industry leading training and leadership development programs. Leverage Technology: Our virtual design and build programs that offer the latest in robotic total stations, 3D scanning, virtual and augmented reality and drone surveillance and assessment. Uncompromised Safety: When we see others in our space averaging 2.7 safety rating and ours average .42, you know that we value you and your safety above all else. We offer competitive, merit-based wages; career path development and flexible and a robust benefits package that boasts everything from paid training, tuition reimbursement and a top-notch wellness program. We pride ourselves on a Ground up Growth mentality that puts you in the spotlight. Becoming a member of the FTI team means you've officially put yourself in the driver's seat of your career. Through our career development and continued education programs, you'll have options to position yourself for success. FTI is a Merit to the Core organization, and we pride ourselves on our ability to reward and recognize top performers. BENEFITS ARE THE GAME CHANGER FTI enriches the lives of its employees through industry-leading total rewards. Our compensation, benefits, time off, and wellness programs are designed to reward individual results that create team success, improve financial security for our employees and their families, and encourage healthy lifestyles. As an eligible employee*, your programs include: Medical, Dental, Vision, and Prescription Drug Insurance Company-Paid Life and Disability Insurance Flexible Spending and Health Savings Accounts Award-Winning Wellness Program and Incentives 401(k) Retirement & 401(a) Profit Sharing Plans Paid Time Off Performance Incentives/Bonuses Tuition Reimbursement And so much more! *Regular/Full-Time Employees are eligible for FTI benefit programs. We stand strong in our values as we work to Create World-Class Opportunities to Succeed through: Uncompromised focus on keeping people SAFE. Building TRUST in everything we do. REDEFINING what's possible. Rewarding individual results that create TEAM SUCCESS. If you're ready to learn more about growing your career with us, apply today! Faith Technologies, Inc. is an Equal Opportunity Employer - veterans/disabled. Click here to return to the FTI Careers Page Click here to view all current FTI job offerings Faith Technologies Incorporated (FTI) is a dynamic organization comprised of construction, engineering, manufacturing and renewable energy experts. We create success for our partners and team members through innovation and expertise, rethinking how energy is designed, applied and consumed and providing solutions that go beyond the ideas of today. With expertise across all our brands - Faith Technologies, EnTech Solutions and Excellerate - we are one connected company, bringing our partners' visions to life to ensure a sustainable future. FTI participates in E-Verify; please review the E-Verify Participation and Department of Justice, Immigrant and Employee Rights Section (IER) Right to Work posters to review your legal rights and protections as a prospective employee: E-Verify Participation Poster (English/Spanish) IER Right-to-Work Poster (English/Spanish)