Regional Purchasing Manager

In the maritime industry, where colossal ships dock, and millions of tons of cargo are moved with precision, it takes teams of dedicated individuals to keep global trade in motion. Working in this dynamic sector means that you play a part in ensuring the pulse of commerce never skips a beat, all while driving the future of supply chain logistics and marine terminal operations.

Dive into a career where your talents make an impact and help us steer the future of this vital sector. Every job function in our organization, whether it's on the docks or behind the scenes in administrative roles, finance, payroll, or IT, has a significant impact on the national economy and critical supply chain operations.

Step into an exciting leadership role at Ports America as the Regional Purchasing Manager for the Atlantic Region! In this dynamic position, you'll be at the forefront of managing and optimizing the purchasing function, ensuring that all materials, services, supplies, and spare parts are sourced with precision. You'll play a key role in driving cost efficiency, quality control, and timely delivery, all while adhering to Procurement policies and Capex requirements. As a strategic partner, you'll directly contribute to the success of the business by making key purchasing decisions that impact operations across the region. If you're ready to take charge of a vital function and make a lasting impact, this is the role for you!

Where the pulse of global trade meets the precision of maritime excellence, at Ports America, we don't just move cargo; we drive the nation's economic engine!

Essential Duties:

• Direct and coordinate activities of the Purchasing staff engaged in purchasing and distributing materials, equipment and supplies.
• Interact with key stakeholders in the organization, including Finance, Engineering, Safety and Operations, as well as Ports America Corporate Procurement.
• Provide supervision and direction for the Purchasing staff to include the following:




• Interview, select, coach, and retain qualified candidates for department staffing needs.
• Provide leadership and oversight for department staff, including regular feedback and periodic appraisals.
• Develop/Participate in career plan development for staff




• Collaborate across the Enterprise to identify best practices to drive continuous improvement within the department.
• Prepare/maintain manuals & documentation regarding purchasing systems and procedures.
• Locate and maintain suppliers that provide high quality products and services with competitive pricing, while maintaining the highest code of ethics and conduct.
• Apply negotiation and purchasing techniques to ensure quality, price, delivery and service.
• Oversee the preparation and issuance of purchase orders and change notices.
• Review and approve invoices in AP system and manage purchasing & receiving processes in ERP & Asset management systems.
• Act as Subject Matter Expert for ERP and Asset management systems in which the team operates.
• Build and prepare a operational performance & financial reports as needed.
• Support inventory cycle counting process with internal stakeholders and auditors, as needed.
• Assist Accounting with the Monthly close and Year End audit requirements.
• Streamline processes within the department.
• Other duties as assigned.

Minimum Qualifications:

• Bachelor's Degree in Engineering, Business Management, Accounting or related discipline.




• An equivalent combination of education and experience will be considered.




• 5+ years of purchasing experience, preferably for maritime operations, transportation/logistics, construction, or related industry.
• 3+ years of supervision experience within a purchasing function.
• Ability to obtain a TWIC (Transportation Workers Identification Card) issued by the Department of Homeland Security.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Knowledge of purchasing practices and principles.
• Knowledge of managerial and leadership principles, with the ability to influence other management team members and lead a department of technically proficient individuals.
• Experience with Enterprise Asset Management and ERP applications, including purchasing systems.
• Demonstrated negotiation skills.
• Strong internal customer service focus & stakeholder engagement capability.
• Experience with enterprise asset management systems such as MAINPAC.
• Excellent analytical skills, including the ability to extract, compile and analyze data, and Excel spreadsheet proficiency.

Physical Working Attributes:

• Frequent walking, standing, bending, and sitting.
• Work in an environment with moving objects and machinery.
• The environment may be hazardous to persons unable to see or hear fast moving heavy equipment.
• Ability to travel up to 20%.

NOTE: This job description is not intended to be all-inclusive. Employees may perform other related duties as needed to meet the ongoing needs of the organization.

Ports America is an Equal Opportunity Employer encouraging diversity in the workplace. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race; color; religion; national origin; sex (including pregnancy); sexual orientation; gender identity and/or expression; age; disability; genetic information, citizenship status; military service obligations or any other category protected by applicable federal, state, or local law.

This role does not offer sponsorship for work authorization. External applicants must be eligible to work in the US.

Maryland pay transparency $95k - $115k

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