Senior Manager, Purchasing

Wausau Window and Wall SystemsPosition SummaryAs the Senior Manager of Purchasing, you will oversee the transactional buying of goods and services for the Architectural Framing Systems (AFS) procurement organization within Apogee Enterprises, Inc. You and your team will be responsible for driving efficiencies and automation to streamline how the organization orders, receives, and pays for goods and services. In this role, you will ensure that procurement practices are aligned with the business goals, industry standards, and best practices and lead significant transformation through the development of a Center of Excellence. This role will report directly to the Sr. Director of AFS Procurement.The Sr Manager will be responsible for the ownership, management, steady improvement, and consistent adoption/usage of purchasing practices across the AFS procurement team.Key ResponsibilitiesDevelop and implement purchasing strategies and policies to achieve organizational goals and objectives.Manage and supervise the purchasing team, including hiring, training, evaluating, and mentoring staff.Improve supplier lead time, delivery, and quality to enhance the overall efficiency and effectiveness of the purchasing process and maintain supply chain continuity.Monitor and analyze market trends, price fluctuations, supply and demand, and supplier performance.Establish and maintain effective relationships with internal and external stakeholders, such as operations leaders, project managers, and suppliers.Ensure compliance with legal and ethical standards, organizational policies and procedures, and industry best practices.Develop, track and manage key performance metrics to measure purchasing activities and performance.Deliver improved performance and functional transformation by fostering a Center of Excellence that executes best-in-class buying activities.Optimize intercompany transactions and increase use of automation across the req to pay process.Collaborate closely with procurement teams, stakeholders, and cross-functional teams to effectively meet the needs of the business and deliver key results.Leverage technology to increase transactional efficiencies and enhance business processes.Key MetricsSupplier Performance Improvement (Delivery and Quality)Supplier Lead Time ReductionPurchase Order Accuracy and Cycle TimeSupply Base Optimization (% of spend with Preferred suppliers)Payables/working capital performance (DIP, Consignment)Process AutomationDirect material productivity YOYPersonal AttributesThe successful candidate will be expected to be a high-energy, creative, and resourceful self-starter who demonstrates leadership skills and instincts. This position requires confidence, independent action, initiative, a sense of urgency, and the ability to make decisions and take responsibility. A well-suited candidate can react and adjust quickly to changing conditions and come up with practical solutions for dealing with them. The style is purposeful, directed at getting things done quickly. There is a strong demand for high quality, organized and repeatable results. In terms of personal competencies, the successful candidate must be a hands-on person who possesses the best combination of strategic thinking and drive to achieve tangible business results.Education and Skills RequiredEducationBachelor's Degree in supply chain or business-related field (Master's Degree Preferred)CPM and/or APICS certification a plusExperience7+ Years of Purchasing/Procurement Leadership Experience5+ years management experienceAdditional QualificationsExperience leading industry best practice purchasing / procurement teams.Experience implementing significant improvements or establishing procurement industry best practices across functional areas.Strategic thought leader backed by an added focus on the tactical buying aspects.Strong background in procurement technologies, including Source to Pay and third-party performance and risk management.Leadership and governance of procurement processes and project teamsAbility to recognize and adjust to change and learn quickly, thoroughly, and in detail.Strong MRP and ERP technology background in support of the Source to Pay process.Proven successful track record in leadership roles.Strong communication and leadership skills dealing with cross-functional teams.People management & developmentAbility to create a disciplined process.Strong Change Management SkillsArchitectural Framing Systems is an Equal Opportunity Employer and Affirmative Action Company. Women, minorities, protected veterans, and individuals with disabilities are encouraged to apply.Apogee and our brands are an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or veteran status or any other characteristic protected by state or federal law.

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