Purchasing Manager at Precision Castparts Corp. (PCC) in Huntington, West Virginia

Job Description:

Country

United States of America

State / County

West Virginia

City

Huntington

Division

SMC

Company

HBE

Function

Operations

Position type

Permanent

Anticipated start date


Anticipated start date - day

Anticipated start date - month

Anticipated start date - year

May
1 2021

Opportunity ID

1176

Company Profile

The Special Metals Corporation group of companies was created in the latter part of 1998 when Special Metals Corporation of New Hartford, New York, acquired Inco Alloys International, including its Huntington Alloys and Wiggin Alloys divisions. In 2006, Special Metals Corporation became a part of Precision Castparts Corp., a worldwide manufacturer of complex metal components and products. With a history of alloy technology now going back some 100 years, our company continues to provide solutions to difficult materials problems through such time-tested products as our world-recognized INCONEL, INCOLOY, NIMONIC, UDIMET, MONEL and NILO alloys.

Today's Special Metals is a world leader in the invention, production and supply of the high-nickel, high-performance alloys used for the difficult jobs in engineering. These alloys are highly engineered to offer a superior combination of heat resistance, high-temperature corrosion resistance, toughness and strength and are used in the world's most technically demanding industries and applications. Special Metals offers the largest range of nickel alloys and product forms, as well cobalt alloys, to more than ten worldwide markets. We produce nickel alloys in all standard mill forms, from large ingots and billets to plate, sheet, strip, tubing, bar and wire, the latter of which includes core and filler wires for welding products. The company has manufacturing and research facilities in the USA and Europe, sales offices in North America, Europe and Asia, and a distribution network including most of the industrialized countries of the world.

Business Profile

Special Metals Corporation is the world's premier inventor, developer and producer of nickel alloy and cobalt alloys-with a portfolio of more than 100 alloy compositions, wrought products and welding consumables, over 80 percent of which were invented in our own laboratories. All created to help redefine what's possible in the world of energy and industry.

Our time-tested nickel alloys are highly engineered to offer a superior combination of heat resistance, high temperature and corrosion resistance, toughness and strength for the most demanding applications. No other single manufacturer offers such a comprehensive range of game-changing alloy compositions and product forms.

Location Profile

Special Metals Corporation (HBE) biggest plant is located in Huntington, WV, United States and is part of the Steel Service Centers & Other Metal Wholesalers Industry. Special Metals Corporation (HBE) has 750 total employees across all of its locations.

Position Summary

The Manager, Purchasing plans, directs or coordinates all of the purchasing activities for the Huntington / Burnaugh / Elkhart (HBE) organization, either directly or through subordinates, to positively impact the organization's profitability. The position is responsible for the Huntington supplies storeroom and coordinates with the Managers of the storerooms in Burnaugh and Elkhart facilities.

Primary Duties & Responsibilities

* Plan, negotiate and execute raw material strategies / purchases / contracts for the melt shops.
* Coordinate with Caledonian Alloys to maximize revert usage and purchases where beneficial for HBE.
* Plan, negotiate and execute energy strategies / purchases / contracts for the Huntington / Burnaugh & SMC NY facilities.
* Direct / coordinate with the Buyers all other purchases for supplies, equipment and services for HBE.
* Direct / coordinate the operation of the Huntington Storeroom / Receiving Department with the Storeroom Supervisor. Coordinate with the managers of the Burnaugh and Elkhart storerooms.
* Keep abreast of metals and energy markets, and other major supply items.
* Keep management team informed of market changes and other issues involving Purchasing / Stores.
* Act as Chairman of HBE Salvage Committee to dispose of surplus equipment, material & supplies to maximize the company's Investment Recovery.
* Interface with other department managers to ensure Purchasing / Stores meet the needs of internal customers.
* Track and report expenditures and usage of raw materials and revert as required for management.
* Ensure Purchasing and Storeroom Departments maintain compliance with SOX and all other PCC requirements.
* Provide support to Sales, Scheduling and Accounting Departments for Production / Financial forecasts.
* Maintain professional image of PCC within the supplier community.
* Coordinate with Corporate Purchasing where required to benefit PCC & HBE.

Experience & Education

* BS/BA is preferred in Business, Engineering, Materials Management, or other related field. Additional degrees will be considered if experience is relevant.
* 5 - 10 years in Purchasing / Materials Management or related experience.
* Supervisory experience preferred.

Required Skills

* Possesses sound judgment and decision-making skills and the ability to contribute to business-related problem-solving.
* Broad understanding of all areas related to purchasing legal compliance.
* Excellent oral and written communication skills; ability to credibly and effectively communicate with and influence all levels of the organization.

Desired Skills

* Customer focus.
* Creative thinking.
* Strong interpersonal and organizational skills.
* Demonstrated job flexibility and knowledge.
* Knowledge of negotiation strategies and tactics.
* Perform all aspects of the position legally and ethically.

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or status as a protected veteran.

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