Procurement Manager

Description

Dogwood Industries – Who We Are

Build your future with Dogwood Industries!

Dogwood Industries is at the forefront of designing and manufacturing Pre-engineered Panelized Relocatable Metal Buildings, delivering industry leading solutions for mission-critical projects across industrial and DoD markets. Through a precise blend of manufacturing and construction, we build high-performance, rapidly deployable structures that keep critical missions moving forward. Our team provides leadership in the design process that transforms the way our clients work by delivering buildings as equipment solutions in harsh environments around the world. If you are motivated by innovation, thrive in a fast-paced setting, and want to be part of a team that is revolutionizing the building industry, we'd love to speak with you!

General Job Description

Dogwood Industries is seeking an experienced procurement professional to join our team. A successful candidate will possess background in the construction industry or related field with purchasing experience in electrical and mechanical equipment. This position encompasses dual responsibility of overseeing the procurement program at a strategic level while also managing tactical execution of purchases. Candidate must be comfortable working under tight deadlines and handling multiple and diverse project requirements. The Procurement Manager regularly reviews drawings and specifications and organizes information for RFQs and issues detailed, accurate purchase orders. The candidate will demonstrate a high level of organizational skills and attention to detail. Technical knowledge of materials and equipment is required. The ideal candidate will excel in a fast-paced environment, possess strong time management and problem-solving skills, and demonstrate a proactive, solution-minded approach. If you are motivated by hard work and inspired by successful outcomes, read on!

Duties & Responsibilities

• Lead the procurement team, fostering a collaborative and results-driven environment
• Cultivate strategic partnerships with key vendors to drive long-term value
• Negotiate with suppliers to achieve acceptable pricing and terms
• Develop procurement schedules to coincide with production and project schedules
• Become the SME for products requiring technical understanding 
• Understand the Dogwood product offering and the interface of materials sourced
• Procure materials and equipment as directed
• Issue purchase orders and expedite materials
• Collaborate with the project team to drive successful project execution
• Report expected cost to complete, budget analysis and cost comparisons
• Resolve discrepancies in supply chain performance
• Partner with accounting to ensure timely and correct payment of vendors
• Other duties as assigned

Requirements

Requirements

• Proven leadership experience with direct reports
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills
• Experience negotiating with vendors
• Excellent organizational and planning skills
• Detail-oriented and able to extract critical information from specifications
• Proficiency in an ERP system for executing daily tasks
• Ability to read and understand technical information to ensure accuracy of purchase orders
• Professional approach to working with vendors and suppliers to achieve favorable pricing and delivery schedules
• Proficiency in the use of Office, SharePoint, and Adobe applications; able to adapt to purchasing software specific to Dogwood
• Fluency in English with excellent written and verbal communication skills 
• US Citizen 

Physical Requirements/Work Environment

This position requires moderate physical activity, primarily in an office environment but may include visits to the manufacturing facilities or jobsites to collaborate and inspect materials.  To perform the essential functions of this job, the employee is regularly seated at a computer desk with the option to stand, is utilizing the telephone frequently, and participating in meetings with colleagues, clients, third party vendors, etc. There are stairs in the office. In the factory setting, you may inspect and handle materials and be exposed to shop elements such as noise, dust, fumes, and odors. 

Salary Range

$90,000 - $110,000 annually, depending on experience and qualifications.

Benefits

• Health Benefits, including medical, dental and vision
• Company paid and supplemental life insurance
• Short-term disability
• Long-term disability
• Additional voluntary benefits
• Paid vacation, paid sick leave and paid holidays 
• 401(k) retirement plan, with employer match
• Employee Referral Bonus Program

Applicant Notes

• Applicants must provide complete work history with employer references for last three to five years
• All employees are subject to a pre-employment background check and pre-employment and random drug testing. Due to working in / being exposed to a safety sensitive environment, THC testing will occur as part of all drug screens.
• This is a full time, in office position; hybrid is not an option.

Application Assistance

If you are an individual with a disability and need a reasonable accommodation in the application or hiring process, please contact Dogwood’s HR department at (206) 858-2728 or [email protected].

Location

This position is a full-time position based at the Dogwood Everett Factory Office at 3200 35th Ave NE, Everett, WA 98201. Travel to Dogwood’s Sedro-Woolley Factory or Bothell Corporate Office may be required.

Equal Employment Opportunity: All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race/ethnicity, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, protected veteran status, age, or any other status protected by law.

For more information about our commitment to equal employment opportunity, please see this government poster: Know Your Rights: Workplace Discrimination is Illegal.

Disclaimer: Although the Company has attempted to accurately and thoroughly describe this position, the Company reserves the right to change the same, including to change, add to or subtract from the duties outlined, within the sole discretion of the Company, at any time, with or without advance notice. In order to meet company deadlines, work in excess of 40 hours per week may be required from time to time.

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