Head of Purchasing

Head of PurchasingPhoenix, ArizonaOur client is a global leader in beverages. They are also an industry leader for contract filling of premium beverages. There highly motivated team with a continuous focus on world-class quality establish the basis on their success. They are looking for a Head of Purchasing at their state-of-the-art facility located in the Greater Phoenix area.Successful candidates Must Have procurement experience within a food or beverage manufacturing environment.Key Responsibilities:•Work with the management team to set purchasing priorities and create plans to achieve goals.•Analyze supply chain trends and identify cost-saving opportunities.•Identify potential suppliers, evaluate their products and services, and select those that offer the best value.•Manage existing suppliers to ensure they meet contractual obligations and negotiate new competitive contracts.•Secure the necessary goods and services while obtaining the best possible prices and favorable terms. This includes creating purchase orders, negotiating contracts, and ensuring compliance with relevant policies and laws.•Ensure all procurement activities comply with applicable regulations and internal company policies.•Maintain accurate records of procurement activities, monitor key performance indicators, and analyze data to identify areas for improvement.•Ensure that inventory levels are maintained at optimal levels to meet the organization’s needs without overstocking.•Foster positive relationships with suppliers to ensure long-term partnerships and better negotiation outcomes.•Lead and manage a team of procurement professionals, delegating tasks and ensuring the team meets their objectives.•Develop and implement a comprehensive cost-effective Procurement strategy for the different sub-categories, aligned with the company’s business objectives.•Engage and partner with multinational client with globally recognized brand, to understand and integrate customer requirements into our procurement processes, fostering an even stronger and more collaborative partnership.•Implement and manage procurement practices that adhere to sustainability standards and support the company’s environmental goals.Qualifications:•Bachelor’s degree in a relevant field such as Business, Supply Chain Management, Finance, or Engineering; Master’s degree preferred.•Significant work experience (10+ yrs.) in purchasing, procurement, or supply chain management.•Extensive experience in drafting and evaluating contracts, managing invoices, and negotiating contract terms.•Strong leadership and managerial expertise.•Exceptional multi-tasking and time-management abilities, with a strong capacity to prioritize tasks effectively.•Organized and detail oriented.•Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.