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Compass Group

Chef Manager

Wakarusa, KS · On-site

$65K - $75K/yr

If you've been hungry and away from home, chances are you've tasted Compass Group's delicious food ... Proficient in menu development, cost controls, purchasing and inventory with a focus on sourcing ...

Compass Group

Chef Manager

Wichita, KS · On-site

$65K - $75K/yr

If you've been hungry and away from home, chances are you've tasted Compass Group's delicious food ... Proficient in menu development, cost controls, purchasing and inventory with a focus on sourcing ...

Compass Group

Chef Manager

Topeka, KS

$65K - $75K/yr

If you've been hungry and away from home, chances are you've tasted Compass Group's delicious food ... Proficient in menu development, cost controls, purchasing and inventory with a focus on sourcing ...

Compass Group

Chef Manager

Wichita, KS · On-site

$65K - $75K/yr

If you've been hungry and away from home, chances are you've tasted Compass Group's delicious food ... Proficient in menu development, cost controls, purchasing and inventory with a focus on sourcing ...

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What does a group purchasing manager do?

A Group Purchasing Manager is responsible for overseeing the procurement process for a group or consortium, often representing multiple organizations or departments. Their main role is to negotiate contracts, secure favorable pricing, and manage supplier relationships to maximize cost savings and efficiency for the group. They analyze market trends, evaluate suppliers, and ensure compliance with purchasing policies. Effective communication and negotiation skills are crucial in this role, as is the ability to balance quality and cost. Group Purchasing Managers often work in industries such as healthcare, hospitality, or manufacturing.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive as a group purchasing manager?

To excel as a Group Purchasing Manager, you need strong negotiation, analytical, and financial management skills, often supported by a degree in business, supply chain, or a related field. Familiarity with procurement software (such as SAP or Oracle), contract management systems, and relevant certifications like CPSM or CIPS is highly valuable. Leadership, relationship-building, and effective communication are crucial soft skills for managing teams and supplier partnerships. These competencies are essential to optimize cost savings, ensure supplier reliability, and drive strategic sourcing initiatives within organizations.

How does a group purchasing manager typically collaborate with internal stakeholders to ensure cost savings and supplier compliance?

A Group Purchasing Manager regularly works with various departments such as finance, operations, and procurement teams to align purchasing strategies with organizational goals. This involves organizing cross-functional meetings to understand departmental needs, negotiating with suppliers based on consolidated requirements, and ensuring adherence to procurement policies. Building strong relationships with internal stakeholders helps identify opportunities for bulk purchasing, streamline processes, and maintain supplier compliance. Open communication and regular reporting are key to achieving cost savings and effective supplier management.

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Purchasing Manager

Chanute, KS • On-site

Babcock & Wilcox Enterprises, Inc.
5 - 10K employees
Learn more about Babcock & Wilcox Enterprises, Inc.external

Full-time

Re-posted 16 days ago

Job description

The Purchasing Manager will lead a group of Supply Chain professionals to implement the strategic and operational performance of supply chain activity for the B&W businesses, including both direct and indirect spend. For day to day operations, this Supply Chain group is responsible for gathering requirements, requesting proposals & quotes from potential suppliers, evaluating bids, developing and executing negotiation strategies, issuing purchase orders, managing supplier execution, ensuring on-time delivery and quality, expediting, managing vendor claims, and processing invoices in support of the B&W business units. In addition, this position is responsible for developing and directing the procurement strategy with respect to category management, product sourcing, vendor relations, and working with our project management teams. The ideal candidate will have extensive experience in supply chain management, strong customer focus, excellence in leading & developing diverse teams, developing and executing sourcing and negotiation strategies, and managing the overall performance of the supply chain organization through hands on leadership and effective use of key performance indicators for the organization.
  • Responsible for day to day leadership and development of a team of project procurement managers. Category managers, purchasing agents and purchasing assistants
  • Develop and direct strategies for category management and product sourcing for both direct and indirect spend
  • Maintain timely supply of materials for the manufacturing teams to support planned activities.
  • Monitor KPI achievement
  • Oversee the full purchasing cycle from requisition to order fulfillment and payment, including vendor claims to ensure external customer satisfaction
  • Manage all customer relationships internal and external
  • Manage Supplier relationships
  • Responsible for supplier payment strategies in conjunction with FP&A
  • Performs other duties as assigned

Qualifications
  • Master's Degree
  • 5+ years management experience
  • Effectively communicate clear goals, plans and training
  • Excellent time management and organization skills and ability to lead and influence at all levels of an organization
  • Proven leadership capabilities with ability to lead cross functional teams
  • Experience developing key performance indicators to help manage teams and hold team members accountable to results
  • Ability to prioritize in order to meet daily, weekly, and long-term requirements and goals
  • Excellent analytical abilities
  • Excellent computer skills, including advanced Excel skills
  • Ability to multi-task and handle multiple priorities in a challenging, fast-paced environment

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