Senior Procurement Manager

About Us:

At the cutting edge of water purification technology, Spot Zero Reverse Osmosis is revolutionizing the yachting industry. Our Fort Lauderdale-based team is driving innovation in reverse osmosis systems, creating unparalleled solutions for yachts worldwide. As a beacon of engineering excellence and creative problem-solving, we are not just a company – we are a hub of pioneering minds. Join us in our mission to redefine water purification standards and contribute to a legacy of excellence in the yachting world.

Job Summary:

As a Senior Procurement Manager, you will be pivotal in managing our procurement operations, ensuring the efficient and cost-effective acquisition of inventory and supplies. Your expertise in inventory management, vendor negotiation, and cross-departmental collaboration will support our manufacturing processes and contribute to our overall success. This is not a desk job! Administrative tasks will be 25% of your day and 75% of your day will include physical activities.

Key Responsibilities:

· Regularly analyze on-hand inventory, making strategic purchasing decisions based on inventory levels, budget considerations, and vendor lead times.

· Negotiate optimal pricing with vendors.

· Establish a primary and secondary source for all raw materials with approval from engineering.

· Efficiently submit and track purchase orders, ensuring vendor acknowledgment within 24 hours.

· Oversee the tracking and timely delivery of all inbound raw materials.

· Conduct audits of packing slips, process purchases, and review vendor invoices for accuracy and timely payment.

· Facilitate material movement into storage locations.

· Facilitate picking of materials for builds on production schedule.

· Conduct biannual cycle counts for inventory accuracy.

· Maintain a minimum of 20 days of inventory on hand with a maximum of 90 days of inventory on hand.

· Prepare and deliver report on status of inventory at weekly meeting.

· Utilize and update inventory records in ERP, ensuring accuracy and efficiency.

· Collaborate with managers to coordinate warehouse activities, including inventory rotation and discrepancy resolution.

· Generate and share report daily on status of raw material inventory on hand.

· Facilitate the rotation of inventories within the warehouse.

· Collaborate with leadership to implement Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs) and provide recommendations for process improvement.

· Complete project tasks and assignments within set timelines, adhering to standardized procedures and suggesting process improvements.

Qualifications:

· Minimum of 5 years of experience in procurement or supply chain management, preferably in a manufacturing environment.

· Strong negotiation, analytical, and problem-solving skills.

· Strong Proficiency in ERP or WMS systems, Apple Mac products and Microsoft Office Suite, particularly Excel.

· Excellent communication and interpersonal skills for effective cross-departmental collaboration.

· Ability to work independently and in a team-oriented environment.

· Current Forklift Certification or ability to obtain certification.

Physical Demands:

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this position. While performing the duties of this position, the employee frequently is required to use hands or fingers, handle, or feel objects, tools, or controls. The employee is frequently required to stand; walk; sit; reach with hands and arms; climb or balance; and stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl. The employee must frequently lift and/or move up to 50 pounds. Specific vision abilities required by this position include close vision, distance vision, color vision, peripheral vision, and the ability to adjust focus.

*Spot Zero Reverse Osmosis is an equal opportunity employer committed to diversity and inclusion in the workplace.