Area Operations Manager Jobs in Boone, NC (NOW HIRING)

Are you interested in being part of an innovative team that supports Westinghouse's mission to provide clean energy solutions? At Westinghouse, we recognize that our employees are our most valuable asset and we seek to identify, attract and recruit the most qualified talent while recognizing and encouraging the value of diversity in the global workplace.

As a Procurement Operations Manager, North America you will ensure, accurate, and cost-effective procurement execution across the region. You will partner with Category Management, Planning, Manufacturing, Finance, SPE, and suppliers to lead operational excellence, reduce risk, improve procurement responsiveness and effectiveness and ensure continuity of supply. You will report to the Senior Director, Supply Chain Operations and OpEx and work remote. 100% Remote role.

• Complete the RFQ process for North America, including requirements gathering, supplier communication, bid collection, and analysis.

• Ensure RFQs align with category strategies, cost targets, and approved supplier lists.

• Lead the end-to-end open PO lifecycle, ensuring accuracy, confirmations, and proactive issue resolution.

• Monitor supplier acknowledgements, lead times, delivery dates, and quantity discrepancies.

• Be the primary operational contact for suppliers regarding RFQs and open orders.

• Report supplier responsiveness, on-time delivery, and data accuracy.

• Ensure adherence to procurement policies, approval workflows, and audit requirements.

• Implement process improvements to reduce cycle time and increase data accuracy.

• Own creation and upkeep of procurement dashboards (RFQ cycle time, PO confirmations, supplier responsiveness, past-due order management).

• Maintain real-time visual boards for open order health, supplier performance, and risk signals.

• Lead root-cause analysis for late deliveries, missed confirmations, and RFQ delays.

• Facilitate Kaizen events focused on PO accuracy, supplier responsiveness, and cycle-time reduction.

• Drive Key Performance Indicators (KPIs)

• Bachelor's degree or equivalent experience in Supply Chain, Business, Engineering, or a related area

• 6+ years of procurement, or supply chain operations experience

• Knowledge of MRP, planning parameters, and supply continuity risk management.

• Experience with RFQ processes, cost analysis, and supplier management.

• Experience with ERP and procurement systems (SAP ECC/S4, Ariba).

• Experience in manufacturing, automotive, industrial, or consumer goods environments preferred.

• APICS - CPIM or Equivalent Experience (Preferred)

• Familiarity with should-cost modeling and cost engineering principles (Preferred)

We are committed to transparency and equity in all of our people practices. The base salary range for this position, which is dependent upon experience, qualifications and skills, is estimated to be $112,500 to $140,500 per year.

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Why Westinghouse?

Our benefits package is tailored to meet the diverse needs of our employees, while also promoting wellness and career growth. The following are representative of what we offer:

• Comprehensive Medical benefits which could include medical, dental, vision, prescription coverage and Health Savings Account (HSA) with employer contributions options

• Wellness Programs designed to support employees in maintaining their health and well-being including Employee Assistance Program providing support for our employees and their household members

• 401(k) with Company Match Contributions to support employees' retirement

• Paid Vacations and Company Holidays

• Opportunities for Flexible Work Arrangements to promote work-life balance

• Educational Reimbursement and Comprehensive Career Programs to help employees grow in their careers

• Global Recognition and Service Programs to celebrate employee accomplishments and service

• Employee Referral Program

Westinghouse Electric Company is the global nuclear energy industry's first choice for safe, clean, and efficient energy solutions. We enable our delivery of this vision by living our value system:

• Safety and Quality

• Integrity and Trust

• Customer Focus and Innovation

• Speed and Passion to Win

• Teamwork and Accountability

While our Global Headquarters are located in Cranberry Township, PA, we have over 11,000 employees working at locations in 19 different countries. You can learn more by visiting http://www.westinghousenuclear.com.

Westinghouse is an Equal Opportunity Employer including Veterans and Individuals with Disabilities

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