Establishment and maintenance of measurable performance metrics for all levels of procurement activities, including supplier performance, internal order placement performance, buyer activity levels, financial performance, and material shortage elimination * Provision of insight and expertise into assigned commodity markets, including industry trends, cost drivers, global pricing, lead times, technology, and supplier manufacturing capabilities that best meet company expectations and objectives * Establishment and maintenance of relationships with preferred and strategic suppliers * Management and mentoring of a dynamic team of purchasing professionals * Liaison with counterparts in other functional areas (e.g., Sales, Engineering, Manufacturing) to ensure alignment of activities and objectives * Graduate degree in Business Administration, Economic Sciences, Industrial Engineering, ...
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