• Centralized Purchasing Manager

    Six Flags (Charlotte, NC)


    Overview:

    The **Centralized Purchasing Manager** contributes to the profitability of business operations through the successful purchasing, distribution and inventory turns of assigned product lines, working within a corporate centralized procurement team to optimize supply chain logistics.

    Responsibilities:

    + Monitor and enforce adherence to established P2P agreements, ensuring all procurement activities align with contractual terms, organizational standards, and regulatory requirements.Rigorously enforce procurement policies and standard operating procedures to promote consistency, transparency, and accountability across purchasing activities. Communicate with Park Managers/Director and work within Procure to Pay agreements and policies.

    + Partner with End User and Sourcing Teams to develop a strategic vision for driving costs down and increasing bottom line savings, timely deliveries, and internal customer satisfaction

    + Manage Centralized Purchasing Team to support buying strategy as outlined by Sourcing Teams.

    + Prepare and issue accurate purchase orders in a timely manner. Ensure all procurement transactions are properly entered into the system for seamless processing and tracking. Monitor and follow up on supplier orders to ensure on-time delivery of goods and services. Proactively communicate with suppliers to address potential delays or disruptions.

    + Ensure 100% compliance with all standard operating procedures (SOPs) as they relate to: Company policies, Federal and State regulations, OSHA guidelines and safety standardsPromote a culture of accountability and continuous improvement in safety and operational practices.

    + Analyze weekly, monthly, and quarterly purchasing and inventory trends to identify opportunities for cost savings, efficiency, and improved forecasting.Generate actionable insights from Inventory data to support strategic decision-making and continuous improvement.

    + Advocate and support the continued development of Six Flags Procurement function, including measurement and tracking of benefits, compliance monitoring, and management report-outs. Champion the professional development of other Procurement team members.

    + Train teams (Procurement and Requesters) in the proper use of procurement systems and Six Flags Procurement policies. Consistently review processes for improvement and ensure adherence to established standards.

    Qualifications:

    + High school diploma / GED or Associate's degree / vocational or technical school degree

    + 6-8 years of work-related experience with 5+ years progressive experience in purchasing, inventory, and supply chain management with extensive knowledge in operations- or indirects-related goods/services. In a strategic setting of a mid to large size organization

    + At least 3-5 years of supervisory/leadership experience

    + Strong computer skills, analytic skills, and problem-solving skills utilizing Microsoft Excel/Word. Fusion ERP and Maximo MMS

     

    Cedar Fair Entertainment Company is an equal opportunity employer. A work permit may be required for associates under the age of 18. Applicants must be legally eligible for employment in the United States and in accordance with state laws. Cedar Fair also conducts background checks on all applicants 18 years of age and older.