Gas Turbine Procurement Manager

Mechanical Dynamics & Analysis (MD&A), a Subsidiary of Mitsubishi Heavy Industries (MHI), a world-class supplier of power generation maintenance services, repairs, and parts for the utility and industrial sectors, has an immediate opening for an on-site Industrial Gas Turbines Division (IGT) Procurement Manager in Houston, Texas.

We are seeking a dynamic, hard-working, dependable, process-oriented individual looking to join a strong team environment. The incumbent will be responsible for the training, mentoring, and overall efficient procurement strategies of the division’s facilities (San Antonio and Houston, Texas).

Essential Job Functions:

• Act as a change agent by gathering and facilitating the maintenance of part costs, delivery promise dates, production job data, and other Epicor ERP data as necessary.
• Responsible for managing, training, and mentoring both division procurement teams.
• Manage and collaborate with all division departments on new and established billing, planning, and purchasing strategies.
• Collaborate with all internal division stakeholders to drive and strategize in-stock and cost-saving initiatives.
• Develop, maintain, and manage measurable performance metrics and reports for the division’s procurement activities, including but not limited to internal and external supplier performance and quality.
• Responsible for planning, monitoring, and maintaining material levels.
• Responsible for the division’s supplier performance improvement and purchasing recovery plan.
• Point of contact for the sourcing organization during inter-department meetings, reviews, and discussions.
• Create, issue, and delegate purchase orders for parts, components, and supplies to support sales requirements and stocking levels.
• Provide daily, weekly, and monthly status communications regarding material levels and delivery status.
• Work closely with suppliers to ensure the quality of components and supplies is delivered on time and at the lowest total cost.
• Develop supplier relationships to enhance understanding of their capabilities, resolve issues, audit processes, and reinforce continuous improvement.
• Compile, review, and upload order acknowledgments and cost data in accordance with established division procedures.
• Must be available to work days, nights, weekends, and holidays as needed or required.
• Must be available to travel as needed.
• The above is not intended to be an all-inclusive list of responsibilities. Other activities may be assigned as required by management.

Requirements

The required skills for this position are:

• Bachelor's degree in business management or a combination of education and experience.
• Experience as a strategic manager and or Team leader within all procurement, commodity management, supply chain, or similar areas.
• Minimum 10 years of working experience within procurement and other relevant functions, preferably in the Aerospace, Automotive, and or Industrial gas turbine industry.
• Experience with rating, mentoring, and coaching direct reports, as well as conducting annual performance reviews.
• Strong Commercial, contractual, and project management competence.
• Have an understanding of gas turbine manufacturing cost structures and market indices.
• Strong Microsoft suite and proficient with ERP systems.
• Must have strong interpersonal, verbal, and written communication skills.
• APICS OR ISM certification is highly desired.

MD&A provides an excellent full-range benefits package. Send resume and salary requirements by email to [email protected]. MD&A is an equal-opportunity employer.

Salary Description

$85,000 - $120,000 + Bonus (DOE)