Sr. Manager, Purchasing

Senior Manager, Purchasing

We are looking for a Senior Manager, Purchasing to join our Pittsburgh (Cheswick) location.

Your Responsibilities :

The ideal candidate will play a key role within the Sourcing group, leading the team responsible for securing various commodities / services in the production of goods. These commodities / services are obtained through the use of accepted procurement practice with particular attention to timely delivery, quality, and cost. This position requires an innovative individual with excellent communication and problem-solving skills and the ability to work and lead a diverse group of associates.

We Take Care of Our People :

Paid Time Off I 401K with Employer Match and Profit Sharing I Health and Wellness Benefits I Learning and Development Opportunities I Referral Program I Competitive Pay I Recognition I Employee Stock Purchase Plan I Inclusive & Supportive Culture

Your Challenge :

• Responsible and accountable for the strategic direction of specific purchased commodities / services to achieve annual and long-term goals and objectives.
• Directs the activities of buyers and support personnel to accomplish company objectives; recruits and develops staff as appropriate.
• Develops policies and procedures for the continuous improvement of procurement activities
• Negotiates major contracts and supply agreements with suppliers to favorably impact quality, cost, and continuity of supply; manages supplier relationships.
• Ensures Team's compliant execution of Government-approved Purchasing System and supplier's execution of purchase orders.
• Aids in developing and managing supplier relationships. Gains knowledge of supplier operations, supply chain vulnerabilities, and performance (e.g., financial, delivery, etc.).

What You Bring :

Who We Are :

EMD a business unit of Curtiss-Wright in Cheswick, PA designs, manufactures, tests, and provides after-market support for the most advanced, proven and reliable critical function pumps, motors, generators, seals, control rod drive mechanisms and power conditioning electronics available anywhere in the world today. Curtiss-Wright EMD has a long-standing and distinguished reputation for the design, development, manufacture, and qualification of critical-function machining solutions for the United States Navy and the commercial nuclear utility industry.

Curtiss-Wright is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, ethnicity, color, sexual orientation, gender identity, physical or mental disability, age, ancestry, legally protected medical condition, family care status, marital status, religion, veteran status, national origin, or any other legally protected status. If you require accommodation during the recruitment process, please contact Talent Acquisition.