Employer: SWRI

Industry:

Salary: Competitive

Job type: Full-Time

Responsible for smooth and efficient day-to-day operation of the group. This would include assigning, processing and approving orders, answering order related questions from team members, end users, management and/or vendors.
Responsible for making sure the Department, Institute and Government regulations/policies are followed while prioritizing resources based on project needs.
Provide guidance across Department to resolve issues and place orders.
As the leader of the group, have regular meetings with staff, internal end users/divisions to set priorities, expectations, and advise/educate on purchasing policies and procedures as well as frequent meetings with the strategic vendors and collaborate with other departments.
As the procurement expert, be able to process various complicated orders and be capable of backing up all buyers in the group.
Strive to find and implement ways to improve work efficiency.
Participate in management meetings to provide critical feedback and implement the tasks/initiatives; play an important role in updating purchasing policies and other relevant compliance/management documents.
Encourage a positive team dynamic through fostering a culture that allows for continuous learning and team building.

Provide guidance on all order related issues that arise before, during and after the order.
Communicate with internal end users to set priorities, expectations, and advise on policies and procedures as well as handle their issues and concerns.
Process complicated orders and backup for all buyers in the group.
Carry out one on one meetings with the buyers to promote effective communication, prevent, document and/or resolve work or performance issues.
Host group meetings to discuss common issues within buyers team, updates on department news and provide specific training to include purchasing policies and procedures updates and best practice write ups.

Requires a Bachelors or a Masters degree in Business or supply chain related degree, MBA preferred.
5+ years: Demonstrated experience administering, negotiating and awarding Government Contracts/Orders. Working knowledge and experience with Federal Acquisition Regulations (FAR) and Defense Federal Acquisition Regulations (DFARs).
2+ years: Demonstrated experience in a managerial role.
5+ years: Demonstrate high quality written and oral communication. Proficiency in Microsoft Office, especially Excel and Word.
A valid/clear driver's license is required.

Created: 2024-08-30

Reference: 73-00713

Country: United States

State: Texas

City: San Antonio

ZIP: 78112

GROUP LEADER-A&G - MANAGER-A&G - Electronics Group - General Purchasing