Principal Responsibilities:
• Plans and implements activities related to the procurement of materials, parts, components, and equipment
• Directs the activities of buyers and expediters to accomplish company objectives
• Reviews and approves purchases up to a specified dollar amount
• May negotiate major contracts involving large dollar amounts
• Develops policies and procedures for the operation of procurement activities
• Monitors the cost, schedule and performance aspects of major subcontracts
• Coordinates purchasing activities with engineering and manufacturing departments to maintain inventories at planned levels
• May assist with the establishment and maintenance of the production control system
• Selects, develops, and evaluates personnel to ensure the efficient operation of the function