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About Smart Infrastructure – Electrification and Automation:

The Electrification and Automation (EA) Business Unit offers the full range of energy distribution systems and solutions for all markets and through all sales channels. We provide reliable power distribution grids of today while investing into our Future Grids portfolio and applications to create the power distribution grid of the future. Our comprehensive portfolio meets the growing technical requirements of today’s and tomorrow’s power grid!

The Knightdale facility will deliver integrated electrical skid assemblies that combine power distribution and power conversion equipment with protection and automation systems. Electrical skids provide outdoor rated, modular, value-add solutions for key vertical markets to improve delivery reliability and lower total cost of ownership for customers.

We are looking for a Procurement Manager. This position will be based in Knightdale, NC. Relocation cost assistance is available.

Position Overview:

Responsible for leading the plant procurement team, by providing day-to-day leadership and management support to the team and meeting the material availability, cost, inventory, quality, and supplier management targets. The individual will be responsible for developing the team to support the on-going needs for the plant. The role will provide results driven leadership for all procurement activities to ensure that all key inventory, supplier performance and material availability targets are achieved.

Responsibilities:

Lead and mentor procurement team to ensure that all plant needs in regard to material availability and inventory requirements are balanced and in the correct alignment Partner with commodity management to develop, implement and maintain supply chain strategies that align plant needs with commodity strategies Establish and maintain measurable performance metrics for the procurement activities at the plant Manage systems and processes to support inventory forecasting, material and capacity planning, scheduling, cost control and make vs. buy decisions Identify, develop and manage relationships with existing and potential suppliers to meet cost, quality, and delivery targets Development of individualized part by part material stocking and replenishment plans Collaborate with Engineering, Manufacturing and Quality to achieve cost reduction targets.

You’ll win us over by having the following qualifications:

Basic Qualifications:

Bachelor’s degree in business, management or other related fields. 5+ years’ experience in management of materials and procurement Working knowledge of MRP systems Excel, Word, Power Point and SAP proficiency required Use tools, processes and metrics to optimize supplier value for our business Leads by example and motivates people so as to create a challenging, empowering and collaborative working environment Strong analytical problem solving ability with excellent communication skills Ability to coordinate between multiple groups in a cross functional environment to achieve objectives.

Preferred Qualifications:

Relevant certifications such as CPSM (Certified Professional in Supply Management) or CIPS (Chartered Institute of Procurement & Supply) are advantageous.

About Siemens:

We are a global technology company focused on industry, infrastructure, transport, and healthcare. From more resource-efficient factories, resilient supply chains, and smarter buildings and grids, to sustainable transportation as well as advanced healthcare, we create technology with purpose adding real value for customers. Learn more about Siemens here.

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We value your unique identity and perspective. We are fully committed to providing equitable opportunities and building a workplace that reflects the diversity of society, while ensuring that we attract the best talent based on qualifications, skills, and experiences. We welcome you to bring your authentic self and transform the everyday with us.

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The pay range for this position is $100,450 - $172,200 annually with a target incentive of 10% of the base salary. The actual wage offered may be lower or higher depending on budget and candidate experience, knowledge, skills, qualifications, and premium geographic location.

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