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Eaton

Tactical Procurement Manager

Rock Island, IL

Would you like to be a part of an organization that manufacture parts that help saves lives for the Military, Defense, and Commercial Aerospace? Eaton's Mission Systems Division is currently seeking a Tactical Procurement Manager. This position is located in the growing Quad Cities, specifically in Davenport, IA. Eaton's Mission Systems is the Top 20 major employers in the area.

The expected annual salary range for this role is $91500.03 - $134200.04 a year. This position is also eligible for a variable incentive program. Please note the salary information shown above is a general guideline only. Salaries are based upon candidate skills, experience, and qualifications, as well as market and business considerations.

What you'll do:

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• Accountable for quality, delivery, and cost of supplied goods and services to the IPT
• Manages and assists with buyer analysis, development and placement of purchase orders, including both OEM and spares/repairs/aftermarket ordering
• Leads daily/weekly meetings with buyers and supporting the IPT cabinet by managing complex supply issues and controlling inventory positions
• Fosters healthy relationships within the supply base
• Proposes and assists in execution of appropriate supplier consolidations and transitions
• Conducts cadenced reviews of buyers' KPIs to analyze and react to MRP action and exception messages
• Operates within guidelines and procedures to ensure compliance to FAR and DFARS requirements, leading by example, and focusing on risk assessment and elimination
• Ensures proper staffing, development and training of buyers
• Produces summary content and report out to senior leadership in cadenced SIOP forecasting and IPT review meetings
• Efficiently manages the analysis and cut in of engineering changes, new product introductions, and end of life products
• Supports ongoing establishment and continuous improvement of site purchasing processes
• Supports integration of key corporate supply chain processes

Qualifications:

Minimum Requirements:
• Bachelors degree from an accredited institution
• Minimum of 5 years of purchasing and negotiating experience in a manufacturing environment

• Must be authorized to work in the United States without company sponsorship now or in the future

• No relocation benefit is being offered for this position. Only candidates that currently reside within 70 miles of the Davenport, IA facility will be considered. Active-Duty Military Service member candidates are exempt from the geographical area limitation.

• This position requires use of information or access to hardware which is subject to the International Traffic in Arms Regulations (ITAR). All applicants must be U.S. persons within the meaning of ITAR. ITAR defines a U.S. Person as a U.S. Citizen, U.S. Permanent Resident (i.e. 'Green Card Holder'), Political Asylee, or Refugee

Preferred Qualifications:
• Bachelor degree in Business, Operations or Supply Chain
• 2+ years management experience
• 5+ yrs experience using supply chain modules in an ERP system.
• Experience in negotiating long term complex supplier agreements
• MBA
• ASCM or ISM affiliation with certification in Certified Professional in Supply Management (CPSM) or Certified in Production and Inventory Management (CPIM)

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We know that good benefit programs are important to employees and their families. Eaton provides various Health and Welfare benefits as well as Retirement benefits, and several programs that provide for paid and unpaid time away from work. Click here for more detail: Eaton Benefits Overview. Please note that specific programs and options available to an employee may depend on eligibility factors such as geographic location, date of hire, and the applicability of collective bargaining agreements.

Client-provided location(s): Davenport, IA, USA
Job ID: Eaton-21178Davenport
Employment Type: Other

Perks and Benefits

  • Health and Wellness

    • Health Insurance
    • Health Reimbursement Account
    • Dental Insurance
    • Vision Insurance
    • Life Insurance
    • Short-Term Disability
    • Long-Term Disability
    • FSA
    • HSA With Employer Contribution
    • Fitness Subsidies
    • On-Site Gym
    • Pet Insurance
    • Mental Health Benefits
    • Virtual Fitness Classes
  • Parental Benefits

    • Birth Parent or Maternity Leave
    • Adoption Assistance Program
  • Work Flexibility

    • Flexible Work Hours
    • Remote Work Opportunities
    • Hybrid Work Opportunities
  • Office Life and Perks

    • Casual Dress
    • On-Site Cafeteria
  • Vacation and Time Off

    • Paid Vacation
    • Paid Holidays
    • Personal/Sick Days
    • Leave of Absence
    • Summer Fridays
  • Financial and Retirement

    • 401(K) With Company Matching
    • Performance Bonus
    • Relocation Assistance
    • Financial Counseling
  • Professional Development

    • Tuition Reimbursement
    • Promote From Within
    • Mentor Program
    • Shadowing Opportunities
    • Access to Online Courses
    • Internship Program
    • Work Visa Sponsorship
    • Leadership Training Program
    • Associate or Rotational Training Program
  • Diversity and Inclusion

    • Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion Program
    • Employee Resource Groups (ERG)