Note: The job is a remote job and is open to candidates in USA. Westinghouse Electric Company is a leader in the global nuclear energy industry, focused on providing clean energy solutions. The Procurement Operations Manager will ensure accurate and cost-effective procurement execution across North America, partnering with various departments to lead operational excellence and improve procurement responsiveness.
Responsibilities
- Complete the RFQ process for North America, including requirements gathering, supplier communication, bid collection, and analysis
- Ensure RFQs align with category strategies, cost targets, and approved supplier lists
- Lead the end-to-end open PO lifecycle, ensuring accuracy, confirmations, and proactive issue resolution
- Monitor supplier acknowledgements, lead times, delivery dates, and quantity discrepancies
- Be the primary operational contact for suppliers regarding RFQs and open orders
- Report supplier responsiveness, on-time delivery, and data accuracy
- Ensure adherence to procurement policies, approval workflows, and audit requirements
- Implement process improvements to reduce cycle time and increase data accuracy
- Own creation and upkeep of procurement dashboards (RFQ cycle time, PO confirmations, supplier responsiveness, past-due order management)
- Maintain real-time visual boards for open order health, supplier performance, and risk signals
- Lead root-cause analysis for late deliveries, missed confirmations, and RFQ delays
- Facilitate Kaizen events focused on PO accuracy, supplier responsiveness, and cycle-time reduction
- Drive Key Performance Indicators (KPIs)
Skills
- Bachelor's degree or equivalent experience in Supply Chain, Business, Engineering, or a related area
- 6+ years of procurement, or supply chain operations experience
- Knowledge of MRP, planning parameters, and supply continuity risk management
- Experience with RFQ processes, cost analysis, and supplier management
- Experience with ERP and procurement systems (SAP ECC/S4, Ariba)
- Experience in manufacturing, automotive, industrial, or consumer goods environments preferred
- APICS – CPIM or Equivalent Experience (Preferred)
- Familiarity with should-cost modeling and cost engineering principles (Preferred)
Benefits
- Comprehensive Medical benefits which could include medical, dental, vision, prescription coverage and Health Savings Account (HSA) with employer contributions options
- Wellness Programs designed to support employees in maintaining their health and well-being including Employee Assistance Program providing support for our employees and their household members
- 401(k) with Company Match Contributions to support employees' retirement
- Paid Vacations and Company Holidays
- Opportunities for Flexible Work Arrangements to promote work-life balance
- Educational Reimbursement and Comprehensive Career Programs to help employees grow in their careers
- Global Recognition and Service Programs to celebrate employee accomplishments and service
- Employee Referral Program
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