Non-Production Purchasing Manager

78 years and countless innovations later, JCB is the world’s largest privately-owned manufacturer of construction and agricultural equipment. At 22 plants spanning four continents—and countries including the United States, the United Kingdom, India and Brazil—JCB manufactures a range of more than 300 products including Loadall telescopic handlers, backhoe loaders, excavators, wheel loaders, compact excavators, skid steer loaders, compact track loaders, Access aerial work platforms, rough terrain forklifts, and Fastrac tractors.

JCB people are at the heart of our business and as a family owned business we answer to our customers, not a group of shareholders. That freedom allows us to concentrate on developing the latest technologies and incorporating them into our equipment. We focus on what our customer needs on the jobsite – a machine that holds up in the toughest environment and increases their productivity.

At JCB, we stand behind our products – and our name.

Position Purpose

Direct reporting to GM Purchasing and dotted line to Senior Finance Controller, this position is responsible to oversee and manage Non-Production Purchasing (Indirect procurement) of JCB Inc.

Major Tasks, Responsibilities & Key Accountabilities

• Develop method and strategy for purchasing of Non-Production Materials and Services.
• Develop policies and procedures for non-production purchasing.
• Responsible for major projects negotiating, contracting, and purchasing materials, equipment, supplies and/or services from vendors classifieds as Non-Production Purchasing.
• Monitor supplier adherence to timing and cost objective and ensure compliance with Purchase Orders and Agreements.
• Research requirements (technical, commercial and volume), compile supplier bid lists, compile bid packages, solicit offers, negotiate contract terms, nominate vendors, and issue Purchase Orders and Agreements
• Monthly spend reporting of Nonproduction purchases to leadership team.

Minimum Qualifications

• A bachelor’s degree in business or related field
• 5+ years of experience in Indirect Procurement environment with experience of developing and executing procurement strategy.
• 2+ years of leadership experience at a managerial level, actively participating in decision making and collaborating with key stakeholders within the organization and with external stakeholders/agents to deliver business objectives diligently.

Knowledge, Skills, Abilities & Competencies

• Skillful in negotiations and conflict resolution.
• Skilled in project management, reporting and statistical analysis.
• Experience in marketing, professional services, HR, IT, travel, office supplies purchasing.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office software and ERP Purchasing system (preferably SAP)
• Comfortable in an in-person office environment
• Technical competence is a plus
• Must be customer service oriented, flexible, and have a high energy level
• Must have excellent follow-through skills
• Must have a professional, polished, and sophisticated demeanor and be comfortable in most social settings
• Must be open to domestic and international travel
• Desire and proven ability to learn and grow

Physical Requirements:

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to:

• Sit; use hands to finger, handle, or feel; reach with hands and arms; and talk or hear.
• The employee is occasionally required to stand and walk.
• The employee must frequently lift and/or move up to 10 pounds.
• Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, depth perception, and ability to adjust focus.

JCB is an equal employment opportunities (EEO) employer in accordance with applicable federal, state and local laws. JCB complies with applicable state and local laws governing non-discrimination in employment in every location in which the company has facilities. EEO EMPLOYER/VET/DISABLED