SunCoke Energy

Mgr Plant Purchasing

SunCoke Energy$88K — $132K *
Manufacturing & Automotive
Less than 5 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • 5-7 years of procurement experience in a manufacturing environment
  • Strong understanding of ERP systems, especially Oracle
  • Proven track record in vendor management and negotiation
  • Ability to analyze and interpret procurement data for cost-effectiveness
  • Excellent communication skills for inter-departmental collaboration

Responsibilities

  • Oversee procurement operations for two Coke Manufacturing sites
  • Research and select vendors for quality goods at optimal costs
  • Award contracts and purchase orders based on price and quality evaluations
  • Support quarterly ERP system testing to protect procurement module
  • Drive cost reduction initiatives and monitor supplier performance
  • Manage the Supplier Defect process for effective resolution
  • Interact with department managers to clarify procurement needs

Benefits

  • Comprehensive health care coverage including medical, dental, and vision
  • 401(k) retirement plan with company match
  • Life and disability insurance included
  • Paid time off and company holidays
  • Employee assistance program and telemedicine services
  • Tuition reimbursement and various health support programs
Full Job Description
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.
  • Compiles records of items purchased or transferred between departments, prices, deliveries, and inventories.
  • Review orders over sixty (60) days old and expedite delivery within budget constraints.
  • Collaborates between Accounting and the vendor to resolve billing discrepancies; insures the vendor understands the "pay only the purchase order price" policy.
  • Works with the Procurement Department to develop reports and analyse the spends to determine where potential savings can be targeted, we insure our prices do not experience "price creep", overall vendor spend, etc.
  • Continually measure, monitor, and analyze supplier quality, delivery, and service performance. Coordinates corrective action as required. Manages the Supply Rating Program.
  • May include covering another Coke plant (temporary basis) for individuals that go on PTO or due to business need.

Salary Range $88,000 - $132,000

In addition to competitive pay, we offer a comprehensive benefits package for employees and their families. This includes health care coverage (medical, dental, and vision), a 401(k)-retirement plan, life and disability insurance, paid time off, and paid company holidays.

We also provide a variety of supplemental programs designed to support overall wellbeing and everyday needs, such as optional life insurance for eligible family members, supplemental disability coverage, legal services, identity protection, critical illness, hospital and accident insurance, tuition reimbursement, chronic condition support programs, a 24/7 employee assistance program, and telemedicine services.

This document in no way states nor implies that these are the only responsibilities of, and the duties to be performed by, the employee occupying this position.

About SunCoke Energy

SunCoke Energy, Inc. is a leading producer of coke in the Americas. We operate cokemaking facilities in the United States and Brazil, and provide our customers with high-quality coke for use in blast furnaces and foundries. Our operations are highly efficient and environmentally responsible, and we are committed to sustainable practices and reducing our carbon footprint. We are also a leading producer of coal, which we sell to customers in the United States and overseas. SunCoke Energy is headquartered in Lisle, Illinois, and has operations in the United States and Brazil.
Learn more about SunCoke Energy
Size
279 employees
Market Cap
$716.3 million
Industry
Net Income
$3.7 million
Founded
1990
5 Year Trend
+3.5%
Revenue
$1.3 billion
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