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Reporting to: CEO
\nLocation: In-Person (Groton, CT)
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\nWe have an exciting opportunity to join the ThayerMahan team as Procurement Manager.  The Procurement Manager has a critical strategic role for sourcing and transactional buying including the planning, scheduling, negotiating, and purchase of materials, services, and equipment in support of two (2) business units.
\nThe role will build out the purchasing process necessary to meet operational requirements, including contract requirements and capital assets.  The role will also be responsible for compliance with applicable regulatory requirements including federal contracting requirements.  In this role, you will set direction for Procurement in materials, services, and/or facilities as well as travel. You will create a buying strategy that considers the company budget and required supplies and then find preferred vendors.  It is a highly collaborative role with operational leadership and requires historical experience establishing new processes that aligns procurement and operational processes. 
\nA typical week will include meetings with business unit leaders, project managers, finance, and the warehouse manager, in planning and satisfying the procurement needs of the business units, while ensuring sufficient inventory to satisfy planned operations. 
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\nThis is a role with tremendous growth opportunities.  While this is an individual contributor role, this role will have the opportunity to build out the procurement organization, upfront establishing best practice procurement processes and adding procurement staff as the company executes its high-growth strategy.  This role is an onsite role based out of Groton, CT with occasional work from home capabilities.
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\nAre you ready to build the purchasing process and support the overall procurement strategy of the company?
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  • Collaborates with other departments and leadership to identify and develop needs and requirements for equipment, materials, products, and acceptable substitutions.
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  • Assesses current material availability; reasonably predicts future availability based on the market, delivery systems, and other variables.
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  • Prepares and presents market conditions and merchandise cost reports.
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  • Prepares and processes purchase orders and requisitions for materials, supplies, and equipment.
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  • Ensures compliance with applicable procurement regulations, including state and federal contract requirements.
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  • Evaluates and approves conditions for issuing and awarding bids.
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  • Resolves grievances with vendors, contractors, and suppliers.
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  • Maintains and/or implements purchasing and recordkeeping systems.
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  • Coordinates removal or disposal of surplus materials. 
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  • Administers the departmental budget.
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  • Serve as the subject matter expert in our travel system, CTM
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  • Performs other duties as assigned.
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  • Excellent verbal and written communication skills, with proven negotiation skills.
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  • Excellent interpersonal and customer service skills.
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  • Can create and execute budgets for various department needs
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  • Proficiency in inventory management software
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  • Excellent organizational skills and attention to detail.
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  • Excellent time management skills with a proven ability to meet deadlines.
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  • Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
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  • Strong supervisory and leadership skills with the ability to effectively train others.
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  • Ability to prioritize tasks and to delegate them when appropriate.
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  • Understanding of business and management principles.
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  • Thorough understanding of materials and supplies used in the company.
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  • Proficient with Microsoft Office Suite or related software.
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  • Bachelor’s degree in business administration or similar field
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  • Minimum 2 years of experience as a buyer
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  • Hires and manages Purchasing personnel (Future), as procurement requirements warrant.
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  • Prolonged periods of sitting at a desk and working on a computer.
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  • Must be able to lift up to 15 pounds at times. 
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\nWhy ThayerMahan?
\nThayerMahan is an exciting and special place to work. Our team employs the latest software, equipment, sensors, and platforms across an array of applications and programs. Collaboration, camaraderie and innovation are at the core of our culture and are reflected in everything we do. The ThayerMahan team is comprised of a diverse group of engineers, experienced operators, expert technicians and senior researchers blended into a mission oriented, focused ecosystem of innovation.
\nOffers a strong benefits package in a culture of respect, integrity, service and excellence!
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Procurement Manager

ThayerMahan

ThayerMahan

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Groton, CT, USA
Posted on Thursday, November 9, 2023
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Job Category/Department: Finance & Accounting
Reporting to: CEO
Location: In-Person (Groton, CT)

We have an exciting opportunity to join the ThayerMahan team as Procurement Manager.  The Procurement Manager has a critical strategic role for sourcing and transactional buying including the planning, scheduling, negotiating, and purchase of materials, services, and equipment in support of two (2) business units.
The role will build out the purchasing process necessary to meet operational requirements, including contract requirements and capital assets.  The role will also be responsible for compliance with applicable regulatory requirements including federal contracting requirements.  In this role, you will set direction for Procurement in materials, services, and/or facilities as well as travel. You will create a buying strategy that considers the company budget and required supplies and then find preferred vendors.  It is a highly collaborative role with operational leadership and requires historical experience establishing new processes that aligns procurement and operational processes. 
A typical week will include meetings with business unit leaders, project managers, finance, and the warehouse manager, in planning and satisfying the procurement needs of the business units, while ensuring sufficient inventory to satisfy planned operations. 

This is a role with tremendous growth opportunities.  While this is an individual contributor role, this role will have the opportunity to build out the procurement organization, upfront establishing best practice procurement processes and adding procurement staff as the company executes its high-growth strategy.  This role is an onsite role based out of Groton, CT with occasional work from home capabilities.

Are you ready to build the purchasing process and support the overall procurement strategy of the company?
 
Duties/Responsibilities:

  • Collaborates with other departments and leadership to identify and develop needs and requirements for equipment, materials, products, and acceptable substitutions.
  • Assesses current material availability; reasonably predicts future availability based on the market, delivery systems, and other variables.
  • Prepares and presents market conditions and merchandise cost reports.
  • Prepares and processes purchase orders and requisitions for materials, supplies, and equipment.
  • Drafts, explains, and implements instructions, policies, and procedures for purchasing and contract management.
  • Ensures compliance with applicable procurement regulations, including state and federal contract requirements.
  • Evaluates and approves conditions for issuing and awarding bids.
  • Resolves grievances with vendors, contractors, and suppliers.
  • Maintains and/or implements purchasing and recordkeeping systems.
  • Acts as the company’s representative in negotiations with suppliers.
  • Coordinates removal or disposal of surplus materials. 
  • Administers the departmental budget.
  • Serve as the subject matter expert in our travel system, CTM
  • Performs other duties as assigned.
 
Required Skills/Abilities:
  • Excellent verbal and written communication skills, with proven negotiation skills.
  • Excellent interpersonal and customer service skills.
  • Can create and execute budgets for various department needs
  • Proficiency in inventory management software
  • Excellent organizational skills and attention to detail.
  • Excellent time management skills with a proven ability to meet deadlines.
  • Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
  • Strong supervisory and leadership skills with the ability to effectively train others.
  • Ability to prioritize tasks and to delegate them when appropriate.
  • Understanding of business and management principles.
  • Thorough understanding of materials and supplies used in the company.
  • Proficient with Microsoft Office Suite or related software.

Education and Experience:
  • Bachelor’s degree in business administration or similar field
  • Minimum 2 years of experience as a buyer

Supervisory Responsibilities:
  • Hires and manages Purchasing personnel (Future), as procurement requirements warrant.
  • Coordinate overall procurement needs of departments.

Physical Requirements:
  • Prolonged periods of sitting at a desk and working on a computer.
  • Must be able to lift up to 15 pounds at times. 
  • Must be able to access all areas of the facility to determine needs.
  • May require travel up 10% 

Why ThayerMahan?
ThayerMahan is an exciting and special place to work. Our team employs the latest software, equipment, sensors, and platforms across an array of applications and programs. Collaboration, camaraderie and innovation are at the core of our culture and are reflected in everything we do. The ThayerMahan team is comprised of a diverse group of engineers, experienced operators, expert technicians and senior researchers blended into a mission oriented, focused ecosystem of innovation.
Offers a strong benefits package in a culture of respect, integrity, service and excellence!
 

Hiring Contact: Courtney Boyle, Director or Human Resources
Hiring Contact Email Address: careers@thayermahan.com

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