Plant Purchasing Manager

**Summary: ** The Plant Purchasing Manager is responsible for all aspects of raw material and Service purchases for two plants. Responsibilities include working with suppliers on scheduling materials to efficiently fulfil production and meet customer demands. Plant Purchasing Manager is also responsible for researching, qualifying, and negotiating vendor terms and pricing. Essential Duties and Responsibilities include the following but not intended to be an all-inclusive list. Other duties may be assigned. Oversees all procurement operations for the assigned SunCoke site(s); this position will be supporting two Coke Manufacturing sites located in Ohio. Primary office will be in Middletown, OH. Travel will range from 20 to 25% Coordinate, direct, and monitor purchasing opportunities. Research and select reliable vendors to provide quality goods/services at the best cost. Compares prices, specifications, delivery dates and quality expectations (include others as needed). Once recommendations have been identified and approved; awards contract and/or purchase orders to vendor(s). Support the Testing of ERP system on a quarterly basis to ensure system updates do not negatively impact the procurement module in Oracle. Assist overall business in developing, monitoring, and instituting programs and procedures for bids, purchase orders, etc Own the Supplier Defect process in order to reach resolution between SunCoke and supplier of having controls in place that will eliminate / reduce issues of supply /service to SunCoke. Provides support on Corporate Procurement Strategic initiatives and participate as an extended team member on Strategic Sourcing projects. Monitor cost-effectiveness by reviewing transactions for correct pricing, adherence to agreement terms, and regulation of supplier performance. Drives the identification and implementation of cost reduction opportunities. Procure proper quantity of material and equipment to be delivered to respective departments in time required (primary IHO office and construction support). Interact with vendors/suppliers to get quality material and competitive prices in a timely manner. Confers with suppliers concerning any late deliveries. Interact with Department Managers to discuss and understand their needs -- verifies nomenclature and specifications of purchase requests. Completed the procurement process from requisition to acknowledgement from supplier(s); reviews all information for accuracy.