Purchasing Supervisor

Purchasing Supervisor

At Peterson, we partner with our customers to build the future. For over 85 years, our peoples' work has shaped the communities where we live, where we raise our families, and where we thrive. Peterson's legacy permeates every aspect of our communities. From roads and bridges, back-up power at hospitals, fire-fighting, concerts and moving goods; we are everywhere you look. At Peterson, you don't just have a career, you have a purpose.

Our family-oriented environment is built on safety, winning, growth, and professional achievement. Hiring and developing exceptional people is critical to our continued success. We have high standards for a good reason : our people represent Peterson, our family, our brand, and our values.

You have high expectations too. You are exceptionally motivated, have outstanding skills, and want your work to matter. Peterson offers competitive wages, generous benefits, and promotional opportunities at a family-owned and operated business. It's time to use your skills and passion to do work that matters!

Job Description

Peterson Cat has a need for a Purchasing Supervisor at our Hillsboro, OR location.

The Purchasing Supervisor oversees day-to-day corporate non-original equipment manufacturer (non-OEM) procurement-related activities while directly supervising a team of buyers. This position collaborates with all levels of the organization to solve purchasing-related problems and accomplish purchasing tasks, makes informed strategic procurement decisions, and develops and implements cost-effective procurement strategies for all Peterson entities. Additionally, this position is expected to recognize which purchasing processes can be improved and take initiative to continuously improve them.

Essential Job Functions

The following reflects management's definition of the essential functions for this job but does not restrict the tasks that may be assigned. Management may assign or reassign the functions to this job at any time due to reasonable accommodation or other reasons. Job functions include the following. Other duties may be assigned.

• Develop and implement inventive and cost-effective procurement strategies for all Peterson entities, including but not limited to sourcing and engaging qualified and reliable suppliers with expertise in their respective industries.
• Consult with Peterson's legal, accounting, and insurance teams to ensure supplier contracts comply with applicable laws and initiatives.
• Work with the Peterson's legal team to negotiate with external suppliers to secure advantageous terms, renew and / or update existing agreements, and obtain required documentation and signatures.
• Assist the corporate procurement manager with ensuring purchasing policy verifications are completed and such policy is adhered to.
• Develop, coordinate, and champion continuous improvement of procurement policies and processes.
• Maintain system master data, including but not limited to, user access, permissions, and approvals.
• Review, create, and maintain user manuals and job aids for users, including general ledger (GL) coding matrix and guidelines.
• Travel up to 25% of the time to supplier business locations and other Peterson locations; operate company or personal vehicle as needed.
• Develop and negotiate new and renewal contracts (including but not limited to terms and conditions, pricing, and stocking agreements) that are consistent with Peterson's existing guidelines.
• Design and implement cost savings proposals, including alternative sourcing and supplier evaluation criteria.
• Perform periodic risk assessment on existing and potential supply contracts and agreements.
• Coordinate with suppliers to provide required bids and analyze supplier contract performance to improve and control cost through the purchasing process.
• Lead and develop a team of experienced buyers in the procurement of goods and services.
• Coordinate cross-functional teams to achieve maximum results in procurement success and efficiency.
• Participate in identifying the requirements of procurement and logistics software and assist in the automation and / or testing of them.
• Support and back up buyers with daily tasks as needed, including but not limited to creating PO's, resolving invoice discrepancies, processing credit applications, distributing resale certifications, and maintaining carrier lists.
• Maintain complete and accurate purchase orders (PO's) for orders and suppliers with up-to-date order information.
• Work with the accounting department to process invoices and confirm that charges are coded properly.
• Research issues related to invoices that are not able to be paid.
• Investigate discrepancies between purchase orders, receipts, and invoices. Communicate and work with supplier, company management, and appropriate department personnel to resolve issues.
• Proactively establish terms with credit card suppliers to reduce transaction costs.

Qualifications

Bachelor's degree from a fully accredited college in procurement, finance, accounting, or other closely related field; and a minimum of five (5) years of directly related experience, preferably in a heavy industrial environment; or an equivalent combination of education and work experience.

Peterson Holding Company is committed to equal employment opportunity and affirmative action. Minorities, females, veterans, and individuals with disabilities are encouraged to apply. A drug screen and background check is required.