• Assistant Manager, Operations

    Robert Half Office Team (Cypress, CA)


    Description

    KEY RESPONSIBILITES

    1. Procurement Management:

    o Develop and implement procurement strategies that align with the company’s goals

     

    and objectives.

     

    o Manage the entire procurement process from identifying needs, selecting suppliers,

     

    and negotiating contracts to placing orders and managing delivery schedules.

     

    o Ensure that all procurement activities comply with company policies, industry

     

    standards, and legal requirements.

     

    2. Supplier Relationship Management:

    o Establish and maintain strong relationships with key suppliers.

    o Evaluate supplier performance based on quality, cost, delivery, and service.

    o Conduct regular reviews and assessments of supplier performance and negotiate

     

    improvements where necessary.

     

    3. Contract Negotiation:

    o Negotiate terms and conditions of contracts with suppliers to ensure the best value

     

    for the company.

     

    o Monitor and manage contract compliance and resolve any issues that arise.

    4. Cost Management:

    o Identify opportunities for cost savings and value improvement.

    o Analyze spend data to identify cost-saving opportunities.

    5. Forecasting and Demand Planning:

    o Develop and maintain accurate demand forecasts for goods and services based on

     

    historical data, market trends, and input from various departments.

     

    o Collaborate with sales, marketing, and production teams to gather information and

     

    improve forecast accuracy.

     

    o Utilize forecasting tools and software to generate and update forecasts regularly.

    6. Inventory Management:

    o Monitor inventory levels and ensure optimal stock levels are maintained to meet

     

    demand without overstocking.

     

    o Create new and revised inventory items in the system.

    o Coordinate with the warehouse and logistics teams to ensure timely delivery of

     

    goods.

     

    o Identify and implement strategies to reduce excess inventory and improve inventory

     

    turnover.

     

    7. Production Planning:

    o Develop production plans that align with demand forecasts and inventory policies.

    o Coordinate with production and operations teams to ensure production schedules

     

    meet customer demands and minimize lead times.

     

    o Adjust production plans as necessary to respond to changes in demand or supply

     

    constraints.

     

    8. Cross-Functional Collaboration:

    o Work closely with various departments, such as production, finance, and sales to

     

    understand their procurement and planning needs and provide support.

     

    o Participate in project teams to provide procurement and planning expertise and

     

    support.

     

    9. Reporting and Documentation:

    o Prepare regular reports on procurement activities, planning and forecasting

     

    including spend analysis, savings achieved, and vendors’ performance.

     

    o Maintain accurate and up-to-date procurement records and documentation.

    Requirements

    Bachelor’s degree in supply chain management, Business Administration, or related field.

     

    • Minimum of 5-7 years of experience in procurement, with at least 2 years in a senior or lead

     

    buyer role.

     

    • Strong negotiation and contract management skills.

    • Excellent analytical and problem-solving abilities.

    • Proficiency in procurement and forecasting software as well as Microsoft Office.

    • Strong communication and interpersonal skills.

    • Ability to work independently and as part of a team

    TalentMatch®

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