Senior Manager, Purchasing - (Franklin, TN)

Job details Provides leadership, management and coordination of Purchasing Department personnel. Coordinates with appropriate internal and external parties on all executive levels to facilitate the proper strategy for the purchase of material, equipment, and professional services. Provides project management guidance for multi-disciplined assignments to obtain outside professional services and support matching inside resources. Contributes to building brand value and achieving enduring profitable growth. Min Requirements The following qualification statements reflect the min skills and abilities required of the qualified candidate. 1. Job Knowledge and Skill: Comprehensive knowledge of purchasing functions including articles of commerce. Superior communication, presentation, negotiation and personnel organizational skills. Able to demonstrate professional integrity and diplomacy. 2. Background: Fifteen or more years of comprehensive professional expertise in a purchasing function. 3. Supervisory Background: