Director Region Procurement Job Listing at Rexel USA, Inc in Naperville, IL (Job ID DA6A3257-940D-4)

Description

Rexel USA is recognized as a Great Place to Work!

Rexel USA is a leading distributor of electrical supplies, services, and solutions, which includes the following companies: Rexel, Gexpro, Platt & Mayer.

A career with us offers professional growth, career advancement, unlimited opportunities to learn, and a fun, inclusive culture. We are committed to creating a diverse workplace where everyone is valued, treated with dignity and respect, and empowered to do their best work. 

Our values are the foundation for how we operate with our employees, customers, and suppliers. We strive to Deliver the Best Customer Experience, Join Forces for Success, Encourage Innovation, Engage People to Develop Their Talents, Trust Each Other, and Enjoy Making a Difference.

If you're driven by collaboration and delivering quality work, join  Rexel USA as a  Director Region Procurement!

Summary
The Director Region Procurement is responsible for lead management of the procurement team and procurement strategy for an assigned region. Responsible for inventory and obsolescence management, all inventory related customer KPIs, and branch inventory profiling.

This position will be primarily remote, but will be linked to one of the following branches:

• Naperville, IL
• Indianapolis, IN

What You'll Do

• Management of all HR/personnel issues including annual performance reviews, compensation, coordination of benefits/payroll issues, promotions, merit increases, etc.
• Execute the Rexel USA procurement strategy for assigned region
• Manage optimal procurement of inventory for hub territory
• Establish and maintain product availability and service goals
• Monitor inventory levels and stock turns to maximize fill rate and balance trade working capital expectations
• Manage obsolescence to meet and exceed KPI's
• Establish and maintain the stock range policy and product return policy
• Drive Digital Adoption internally and with suppliers
• Build strategy with Supplier Relations team to achieve regional and national rebate and PV targets. Monitor vendor performance and drive vendor rationalization in the defined region
• Explain and instruct the following purchasing practices: Review items for purchase, initiate changes as identified, complete understanding of all aspects of purchasing product, initiate parameter adjustments as needed in conjunction with leadership
• Present and discuss corporate inventory management goals and guidelines to procurement team and commercial leadership: Inventory goals, turns and/or days investment, and major vendor changes
• Regular communication with commercial leadership using the following methods: conference call, webcasts, emails/newsletters, and on-site visits
• Comfortable with all aspects of vendor relations including: ability to negotiate local and regional programs, resolve vendor, rep, and/or branch disputes, and communicate corporate expectations of the company including all applicable safety rules, regulations, and procedures
• Support corporate programs, goals, and initiatives of the company
• Drive cross functional collaboration with commercial and operations teams internally to improve supply chain process efficiencies; strives to deliver the best customer experience
• Other duties as assigned

The information contained in this job description is intended to describe the essential job functions required of those assigned to this job. It is not intended to be an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties, knowledge, skills, and abilities needed to perform the job. Please note that management retains the right to assign or reassign duties and responsibilities to this job at any time. The ability to competently perform all the essential duties of the position, with or without reasonable accommodation, demonstrated commitment to effective customer service delivery, integrity, and the ability to work productively as a member of a team or work group are basic requirements of all positions at Rexel USA.

What You'll Need

• Bachelor's degree in Logistics, Supply Chain Management, or a related field
• 8+ years related experience in the industry
• 3+ years of supervisory/management experience

Knowledge, Skills & Abilities

• Knowledge and proven success in managing inventory, inventory control processes, and operational processes
• Ability to consistently demonstrate sound judgment in decision making
• Excellent interpersonal skills and ability to deal positively with conflict
• Efficient and effective time management and organizational skills
• Technical proficiency in Excel, Word, and internet searches
• Highly productive
• Customer service focused
• Ability to communicate at all levels of the organization
• Ability to identify areas for improvement and develop solutions

Working Conditions and Physical Demands
The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Working Environment

• Exposed to unpleasant or disagreeable physical environment such as high noise level and/or exposure to heat and cold Occasionally – up to 20%
• Exposed to electrical hazards; risk of electrical shock None
• Handles or works with potentially dangerous equipment None
• Travels to offsite locations Occasionally – up to 20%

Physical Demands

• Sit: Must be able to remain in a stationary position Constantly – at least 51%
• Walk: Must be able to move about inside/outside office or work location Frequently – 21% to 50%
• Use hands to finger, handle or feel: Operates a computer and other office machinery Constantly – at least 51%
• Stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl: Must be able to crouch down to stock shelfs, pick up boxes, or position one's self to maintain computers in the lab/under desks/in server closet Occasionally – up to 20%
• Climb or balance: Must be able to ascend/descend on a ladder, forklift, pallet jack, or other warehouse equipment Occasionally – up to 20%
• Talk, hear, taste, smell: Must be able to use senses to; effectively communicate with co-workers and clients and detect hazardous conditions Constantly – at least 51%

Weight and Force

• Up to 10 pounds    Occasionally – up to 20%
• Up to 25 pounds    Occasionally – up to 20%
• Up to 50 pounds    None
• Up to 75 pounds    None

“Rexel USA (A VEVRAA Federal Contractor), and its affiliated companies, is an EEO/Disabled/Veterans employer. All qualified candidates will receive consideration for employment without regard to any characteristics protected by law.”

For the state of Illinois only, the pay range is $128,670.84 - $$168,880.48, depending upon qualifications, experience, and other considerations permitted by law. Commission/Bonus Plan: MIP

Our Benefits Include:

• Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance
• Life Insurance
• Short-Term and Long-Term Disability Insurance
• 401K with Employer Match
• Paid vacation and sick time
• Paid company holidays plus flexible personal days per year
• Tuition Reimbursement
• Health & Wellness Programs
• Flexible Spending Accounts
• HSA Accounts
• Commuter Transit Benefits
• Additional Optional Insurance such as Pet Insurance, Legal Assistance, Critical Illness, Home and Auto Insurance to name a few.
• Employee Discount Programs
• Professional Training & Development Programs
• Career Advancement Opportunities – We like to promote from within

Director Region Procurement 

152803

Naperville, IL 

Rexel USA

Procurement Dept.

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Rexel USA is a VEVRAA federal contractor and an EEO/AA employer. (Females/Minorities/Protected Veterans/Individuals with a Disability) We are committed to creating a diverse and inclusive workplace where everyone is valued, treated with dignity and respect, and empowered to do their best work. If you encounter difficulty using our online application system due to disability and would like to request reasonable accommodation, email staffing@rexelusa.com or call (888) 739-3547