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GLOVIS America, Inc.

Assistant Manager - Procurement Planning

GLOVIS America, Inc., Irvine, California, United States, 92713


Job Details

Job LocationIrvine Headquarters - Irvine, CA

Position TypeFull Time

Education Level4 Year Degree

Travel PercentageUp to 30%

Job Shift1st

Job CategoryFreight Forwarding

Description

About Hyundai GLOVIS America Inc.

GLOVIS America, Inc. is a third-party logistics provider headquartered in Irvine, CA. Since our inception in 2002, we are committed to delivering our customers products via truck, rail, or ocean vessel throughout the U.S., Canada, and Mexico. Glovis America makes every effort to exceed standards by providing quality service to our customers and vendors of the automotive, freight forwarding, parts distribution, used car, and fuel industries. We cater logistics strategies and processes to our customers' needs by utilizing the latest information systems and advanced technologies.

Summary

The Procurement Planning Assistant Manager will be vital in optimizing our logistic procurement processes in the Americas region subsidiaries and ensuring timely and cost-effective acquisition of logistics equipment and services while maintaining the highest quality standards as well as meeting the organization's requirements. The assistant manager will support in developing and implementing regional procurement strategies, analyzing market trends, and managing supplier relationships for supply chain products and services.

ResponsibilitiesLogistic Procurement Planning and Supplier Management

Design strategic plans for logistics procurement to obtain a competitive advantageDevelop strategies of logistics procurement to support current and new logistics businessDevelop a tools for analyzing supplier's quotes to see which suppliers meet our requirements and give us the competitivenessSurvey and find prospective logistics services suppliers with a competitive advantageDevelop logistics service suppliers' evaluation and customize the evaluation criteria for each logistics businessReview the logistics service suppliers' evaluation outcomes and report them to the managerIdentify improvements regarding evaluation criteria and update them regularlyManage and improvement of the GPMS (GPMS: Glovis Procurement Management System)Proactively build up and deliver solutions against logistic and procurement problems and issues

Procurement Process Optimization

Development and update of standard operation procedures (SOP) for logistic procurementContinuous improvement and cost reduction initiatives for logistic and procurement proceduresCollaborate with interdisciplinary teams and subsidiaries in the Americas regionDesign and implement strategies for efficient procurement activitiesSurvey, benchmark, and report new trends and strategies in logistics procurement

Regional Procurement Status Management

Compile and aggregate logistics service contract schedules of each GLOVIS Americas subsidiaryManage and analyze the logistics contract rates of each subsidiary regularlyReport the regional procurement status of each subsidiary to the appropriate manager regularlyReport the results of market and supplier researchBuild up strategies for improving supplier management for GLOVIS Americas and all subsidiariesContact Glovis Korea HQ and work in cooperation with logistics procurement projectsPerform a planned procurement audits with the manager to maintain compliance of each subsidiary

Market Analysis: Conduct research and analysis of market trends, supplier capabilities, and industry best practices to inform procurement decisionsCompliance: Ensure compliance with relevant regulations, policies, and procedures governing procurement activitiesData Analysis and Reporting: Generate reports and analyze procurement data to provide insights, monitor performance, and support decision-makingCross-functional Collaboration: Collaborate with internal stakeholders, including operations, finance, legal, and logistics teamsCompensation

$86,000- $96,000 per year (Subject to Compensation Study Upon Candidate Selection)

Benefits of Working atHyundai GLOVIS America Inc.

Medical InsuranceVision InsuranceDental InsuranceHealth Care & Dependent Care Flexible Spending Accounts (FSA)Basic Life and AD&D as well as Short and Long Term DisabilityPaid Vacation, Holidays, and Sick leavePet InsuranceHospital and Critical Illness InsuranceWellness Program and Gym Reimbursement*401(k) with Generous MatchingReferral Bonuses*Auto Allowance*Quarterly Employee Lunches, Summer Refreshments, and Monthly Team Building Activities*Discretionary Bonuses*Tuition Reimbursement**Benefits may vary by location. All benefits pursuant to Company policy

Qualifications

Skills & Qualifications

Strong knowledge of the United States logistics and transportation industry preferredProved experience with planning and strategy in a large international corporation preferredStrong analytics skills with the ability to interpret data and make informed decisions requiredExcellent communication and negotiation skills, as well as the ability to build and maintain effective relationships with internal and external stakeholders requiredProficiency in procurement software, MS office suite and database management requiredKnowledge of relevant regulations and best practices in procurement and supply chain management preferredDetail-oriented with strong organizational and time management skills requiredCritical thinking, planning, problem-solving, and organizational skills requiredThorough understanding of sourcing and procurement methodologies: including spend analysis, supplier screening, benchmarking, clean-sheet costing, negotiations, supplier performance management, scorecards, contracting, and cost-saving preferredEducation & Experience

Bachelor's Degree Required

Master's Degree Preferred

6 - 9 Years of Direct Experience Required in Procurement, Supply Chain Management, and/or Logistic Management

7 - 11 Years of Direct Experience PreferredExperience in Logistic Procurement and/or Transportation Procurement Preferred

1 - 3 Years of Supervisory Experience PreferredCPSM, CPIM, PMI, or CPL certification(s) PreferredPhysical Requirements

Ability to sit in front of a desk and/or in front of the computer for long periodsAble to travel up to 25% of the time (5 - 10 times/year)Repetitiveuse of hand/graspingproduct, writing, and typingLift up to 20lbsCarry up to 20lbsStand/walkReasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions of this job.

Working and Environmental Conditions

The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job.

Typical office environment with low-level noise exposure.The position is based out of the

Irvine, CA officeCommunication with employees and field partners will be primarily conducted via phone and email.

The above statements are intended to describe the general nature of work performed by employees assigned to this position. They are not intended to be a complete list of all job duties performed by persons in the position. Glovis America reserves the right to revise or amend duties at any time as the needs of the company and requirements of the job change.