Regional Operational Procurement Manager

Eaton Corporation Olympia, WA
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December 12, 2022
Eaton Corporation
Olympia, WA

Eaton's Fuel & Motion Control Sector, a part of our Aerospace Division, is currently seeking a Regional Operational Procurement Manager to join our team. This is a remote opportunity only for candidates residing in the Middle or Eastern United States.


This role will lead our tactical procurement for two sites in the Region. This position will support the site purchasing managers and buyers on escalations, key processes and improve our customer experience. Estimated $75M Direct, Indirect of $25M in spend across two sites of North America with a team of direct and functional personal to execute a one supply chain approach. The qualified candidate will use their knowledge of tactical procurement systems and process, supplier management, materials management, continuous improvement tools, to lead a group of site-based operations procurement managers improving supplier delivery and quality. The candidate is also responsible for tactical site-based procurement process and standards such as PO placement, advanced replenishment (VMIC/Supplier schedule) management.


This position is responsible for driving a culture of teamwork and performance that will drive improvement of our critical supply base. In addition, they will coach, mentor, and lead the teams of Site Procurement Managers, Buyers, and COE Buyers to successfully execute supplier delivery improvement through the effective guidance of the FMC Ops Procurement Team, efficient resource allocation for projects and reliable reporting to leadership along with assisting to align actions.


This position is responsible for developing individual team member leadership competencies and driving functional excellence in the management and delivery of high-risk supplier components, leading supplier continuous improvement activities to improve supplier delivery, capability, and supporting supplier risk management activities such as tactical systemic improvements at chronic supplier sites.


Making what matters work at Eaton takes the passion of every employee around the world. We create an environment where creativity, invention and discovery become reality, each and every day. It's where bold, bright professionals like you can reach your full potential-and where you can help us reach ours.


In this function you will:




  • Lead Site Functional Procurement / Ops Procurement in the Execution, Monitoring, and Controlling of supplier delivery performance and supplier SIOP




  • Establish and maintain best in class processes in alignment with the site procurement procedures & training guides.




  • Develop and maintain the supplier performance analysis and reports that will enable ops procurement functional leadership to readily access the health of suppliers and site procurement effectiveness taking corrective action as required.




  • Builds organizational capability developing commodity knowledge/procurement process expertise to support effective supplier selection, management, continuous improvement, and problem solving.




  • Monitors overall supplier performance metrics (Past Due, OTD, QA etc.) and addresses performance gaps by driving defined tactical strategies in accordance with the Focus Supplier Process or other short-term recovery plans.




  • Work cross-functionally with SCM, Engineering, and Operations to ensure supplier sourcing, launch and on-going performance meet defined targets and overall business needs.




  • Drives process for systemic operational procurement improvements at sites and (Focus) supplier sites, through the use of procurement / materials tools.




  • Manage other department and team duties as required & related to reliable on time site procurement / supplier execution, supplier delivery improvement




When we embrace the different ideas, perspectives and backgrounds that make each of us unique, we - as individuals and as a company - are stronger.


Qualifications


Required (Basic) Qualifications:




  • Bachelor's Degree in Program Management, Supply Chain Management, Marketing, or Engineering




  • Minimum of three (3) years of experience in aerospace industry




  • Minimum of five (5) years of experience leading complex multi-functional teams




  • Minimum of five (5) years of procurement experience




  • Must be legally authorized to work in the United States without company sponsorship now or in the future.




  • This position requires use of information or access to hardware which is subject to the International Traffic in Arms Regulations (ITAR). All applicants must be U.S. persons within the meaning of ITAR. ITAR defines a U.S. person as a U.S. Citizen, U.S. Permanent Resident (i.e., 'Green Card Holder'), Political Asylee, or Refugee.




Preferred Qualifications:




  • Experience and knowledge of supplier procurement processes




  • Strong analytical skills




  • Communication skills- both verbal and written with ability to make necessary status reports




  • Organizational and planning skills




  • Planning and scheduling skills




  • Extensive experience Aerospace Sourcing & Materials Processes.




  • Ability to see cross functional teams' perspective




  • A balance between strategic thinking/planning skills as well as tactical decisiveness/achieving results.




  • Ability to build and improve key relationships with suppliers




  • Ability to assess priorities in a complex and demanding environment.




  • Strong leadership in promoting change to an integrated process environment; demonstrated ability in development of processes.




  • Travel up to 50%




  • Ability to work under pressure




At Eaton, we know that good benefit plans are important to employees and their families. In addition to a competitive base salary, Eaton provides various Health and Welfare benefits as well as Retirement benefits. Click here for more detail: Eaton Benefitsat a Glance (~~~) .


Eaton is an intelligent power management company dedicated to improving the quality of life and protecting the environment for people everywhere. We are guided by our commitment to do business right, to operate sustainably and to help our customers manage power - today and well into the future. By capitalizing on the global growth trends of electrification and digitalization, we're accelerating the planet's transition to renewable energy, helping to solve the world's most urgent power management challenges, and doing what's best for our stakeholders and all of society. Founded in 1911, Eaton has been listed on the NYSE for nearly a century. We reported revenues of $19.6 billion in 2021 and serve customers in more than 170 countries.


Our culture is built on a strong commitment to practicing our core values and supporting our employees with the tools they need to succeed. We have demonstrated our passion for sustainability with the announcement of cutting carbon emissions from the company's operations by at least 50 percent by 2030.


Eaton is committed to having a workforce that is diverse and non-discriminatory at all levels, reflecting the diversity of our customers and the varied environments in which we conduct business around the world. Our success depends on our ability to attract and retain the very best people unlimited by race, color, social or economic status, religion, national origin, marital status, age, disability, veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or any protected status. Eaton follows relevant non-discrimination laws and regulations in the countries where we operate. It is the policy of the Company to make all decisions regarding employment, including hiring, compensation, training, promotions, transfers, or lay-offs, based on the principle of equal employment opportunity as defined above.


Job: Supply Chain / Logistics


Region: North America - US/Puerto Rico


Organization: AER FMC Fuel Motion Control Systems


Job Level: Manager


Schedule: Full-time


Is remote work (i.e. working from home or another Eaton facility) allowed for this position?: Yes - Remote


Does this position offer relocation?: No


Travel: Yes, 50 % of the Time



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