Sunday, April 13, 2008

Purchasing and Facilities Manger Opening

Purchasing and Facilities Manager position - Atlanta GA

The position is a Purchasing and Facilities manager in our Atlanta Ga. We are looking for someone with at least 3 year of experience in purchasing,procurement, or vendor management. They will need to have strong negotiation skills in a fast paced environment. I have attached the job description below.
JOB DESCRIPTION: Purchasing & Facilities Manager
REPORTS TO: Director of Procurement & Facilities
POSITION SUMMARY: Negotiate and administer vendor contracts, agreements and purchase orders.Develop and maintain the Vendor Management Program (including gathering critical supplier information and maintaining data spreadsheet and files for audit). Maintain Great Plains purchasing system and processes, including receiving and logistics. Manage the effectiveness and efficiency of the Office(s) work environment.
PERFORMS A COMBINATION OF THE FOLLOWING DUTIES ACCORDING TO DEPARTMENTALGUIDELINES:
1. Negotiate, administer, and maintain vendor contracts, agreements,and purchase orders. Leverage national account supplier agreements companywide to maximize cost savings and overall value (costs, service,quality) for areas inclusive of, but not limited to computer hardware,software, peripherals, and maintenance agreements; telecom hardware and services; Security systems and low voltage; travel program; leasehold improvements; office supplies, equipment, and furniture; printed forms, stationery, and business cards; marketing agreements; vending and break-room supplies; and any other requested areas of need.
2. Manage the purchase order process in Pivotal in an accurate, timely and efficient manner as required.
3. Manage the effectiveness and efficiency of the Office(s) work environment, including the Reception, Mailroom, and all common areas.
4. Manage relationship with building Property Management according to the real estate lease (utility invoices), facility and employee needs and requirements.
5. Develop and maintain the Vendor Management Program, including gathering critical supplier information and maintaining data spreadsheet and files for audit.
6. Develop and maintain information regarding Supplier Diversity, Buy American Act, and any other Government Contract requirements. Distribute reports and information as required.
7. Maintain Great Plains purchasing system and processes, including shipping logistics, receiving and matching of purchase orders.
8. Manages the implementation, maintenance, and administration of purchasing policies and procedures.
9. Develops and maintains purchasing reports for management perusal.
10. Provides excellent communication, as well as efficient and polite customer service to all SecureWorks, and affiliate personnel and associates.Communicates and maintains knowledge of product pricing and delivery times regarding goods and services.
11. Completes other required tasks and special projects accurately and on-time as needed.
ADDITIONAL RESPONSIBILITIES 1. Perform other essential duties as assigned KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES
1. Experience required in negotiation and execution of national agreements.
2. Excellent verbal and written communications skills with the ability to converse with all levels within the organization
3. Extremely organized and detail-oriented.
4. Self-directed, self-motivated and capable of working with little direction
5. Excellent prioritizing skills, the ability to handle multiple projects simultaneously, as well as problem solving skills and the use of initiative to finalize tasks.
6. Computer literate, especially in MS Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and Visio and the Great Plains financial system.
7. Multi-tasking and project management capabilities are essential.
8. Ability to recognize and support the organization's preferences and priorities.
9. Results and people oriented with sound judgment and the ability to balance other business considerations.
EDUCATION & EXPERIENCE
1. Bachelor's Degree preferred
2. Preferred five years of experience within management & purchasing agent or buyer role
3. Preferred IT Industry experience
4. Proficient in Microsoft suite (Word, Excel, Powerpoint, & VISIO)
5. Experience in working with Financial systems such as Great Plains,SAP, or Peoplesoft

One of the many advantages of working at SecureWorks is the exceptional benefit program which includes: medical, dental, vision, 401K with company contributions, flexible spending accounts, sick and disability benefits,life insurance, and an Employee Assistance Program (EAP). SecureWorks is an Equal Opportunity Employer committed to a diverse work culture, M/F/D/V.Listed duties, responsibilities, requirements and functions are not meant tobe all inclusive. Please forward candidates and leads to Leslie Humphries Thanks and Make it a Fantastic day! Leslie Leslie Humphries Human Resources Manager - Generalist & Recruiting SecureWorks 404.638.0632 office 404-327-8835 - fax