Director of Procurement

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Job description

Job Details Job Location: 001 StoneMor Inc - Bensalem, PA Position Type: Full Time Salary Range: Undisclosed Job Category: Purchasing - Procurement

We are currently seeking a Director of Procurement to join our Corporate Operations Department! The Director of Procurement is responsible for: driving company profitability through strategic supply chain optimization; managing and improving all aspects of direct and indirect supplier procurement; increasing customer satisfaction through enhanced product line management

The Company You Will Join

StoneMors Purpose is People.

We are committed to investing in our employees to help them achieve greatness. We truly believe that our employees are the heart and foundation of our success. As part of our ongoing commitment, we are offering new and improved benefit options for full time employees, a lucrative company match for 401K, enhanced training programs, career advancement opportunities and so much more! We are also providing the highest level of safety for our front line workers. Consider the possibilities of joining our award winning culture and team and let StoneMor show you all we have to offer!

As one of the largest companies in its space, StoneMor Inc. has the privilege of being able to help thousands of people arrange their legacies, and remember and honor their loved ones. Our organization provides a broad scope of products and services through the ownership, development, and operation of cemeteries and funeral homes in multiple states. Customers are able to plan and pre-purchase their burial plot, casket or urn, vault, mausoleum space, and other details connected to a burial.

The Team You Will Work With

We recognize that employees cant show respect and appreciation to customers if the organization doesnt show respect and appreciation to our employees! Therefore, StoneMor is proud to provide our employees with a quality work environment and opportunity for both personal and professional growth.

The Impact You Will Make

* Continuously improve the level of customer satisfaction by improving customer selection, assortment, price and quality.
* Create a culture of procurement excellence establishing the procurement function as a strategic, responsible partner for procurement of all materials and services across StoneMor. Function as the subject matter expert, viewed as the strategic sourcing and negotiation authority sought out by business leaders to support large scale and ongoing negotiations for purchases of direct and indirect products and services.
* Develop and execute a detailed spend analysis and procurement plan for the entire company planning for large contracts while improving location level purchasing processes. Track financial results, implementation and supplier performance; identify gaps and variances in performance and make adjustments to restore performance to plan.
* Oversee the logistics network to ensure an efficient, timely and cost-effective flow of goods throughout the supply chain from vendor to location.
* Assess and assist in upgrading the supply chain (vendors, people and agreements) to achieve growth and profit requirements (i.e. reduced cost, improved quality, shorter production/delivery times).
* Partner with P&L Owners and Finance to develop target financial goals and results, manage supplier performance to meet defined business requirements and develop procurement talent across multiple functions. Measure the effectiveness of technology and training programs that continue to develop procurement capabilities.
* Collaborate with critical stakeholders to identify and deliver sustainable, profitable purchasing programs.
* Plan and direct policies and procedures for the purchasing of the companys goods and services while ensuring compliance to applicable laws and regulations.
* Lead and direct the work of other staff members and direct reports.

About You

Education and/or Experience:

* You have 10+ years of experience with a diverse background (including: strong managerial, business and technical education, supply chain, planning and logistics experience and skills).
* You have a Bachelors Degree in Business, accounting or related field.
* You have at least 10 years of experience in procurements, logistics, purchasing or related field with a minimum 5 years of experience in procurement and personnel management.

Skills and Competencies

* Excellent communication and interpersonal skills can quickly develop and maintain relationships across multiple internal levels and with external suppliers and vendors.
* Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
* Thrives in a fast-paced, technical, cross-functional environment.
* Able to effectively prioritize, quickly complete multiple tasks/assignments and meet deadlines with persistent attention to detail.
* Well-developed ability to lead, manage people and change.
* Highly motivated, hands-on, improvement-oriented personality.
* Comfortable working independently and with minimal supervision.
* Must be an expert in margin management analyzing pricing, discounting activity, setting IMU, understanding freight, etc. and optimizing a companys gross margin profitability.
* Possesses a high level of expertise in supply chain, planning and logistics activities, experienced in structuring and negotiating major deals.
* Proven top-notch negotiation skills.
* Demonstrated ability to prepare and present PowerPoint presentations to senior management.
* Ability to speak clearly and articulate effectively in a professional, friendly and positive manner on the telephone and in person to internal and external customers (i.e. Employees, Vendors, and Sales Customers).
* Ability to recognize and use proper grammar, spelling, punctuation, and accurate formatting in correspondence.
* High proficiency in G-Suite and the Microsoft Office Suite.
* Strongly prefer experience with Coupa or other Business Spend Management Software.
* Must possess a valid state driver's license.

StoneMor Inc. is an Equal Opportunity Employer