The Senior Purchasing Manager shall provide strategic leadership, hands‑on guidance, and direct supervision to Purchasing Agents I, II, and III
Job Summary
The Senior Purchasing Manager shall provide strategic leadership, hands‑on guidance, and direct supervision to Purchasing Agents I, II, and III.
This role provides high‑level commercial support to the Warrick site, including oversight of MRO, Capital, Supplies, and Contract procurement.
Kaiser Aluminum is known around the world for its superior quality, with a commitment to innovative thinking, industry-leading reliability, and world-class customer service.
Matching Summary
The Senior Purchasing Manager shall provide strategic leadership, hands‑on guidance, and direct supervision to Purchasing Agents I, II, and III.
Skills & Requirements
Must-have
Strategic leadership in purchasing
Contract negotiation and execution
Supplier sourcing and relationship management
Cost reduction and operational efficiencies
MRO, Capital, and Supplies procurement
Nice-to-have
Continuous improvement champion
Lean manufacturing principles
Creative problem-solving
Inclusion, diversity, and equity advocate
Key Requirements
Bachelor's degree in business or technical field
Minimum 10 years purchasing experience
Senior-level or managerial procurement experience
Experience managing average annual spend of $400-$800 million