Airgas
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R10076245 Manager, Field Sourcing Specialist- Airgas (Open) Location: Radnor, PA (Airgas HO) - Management How will you CONTRIBUTE and GROW? At Airgas, we are committed to building a diverse and inclusive workplace that embraces the diversity of our employees, our customers, patients, community stakeholders and cultures across the world. Airgas is Hiring for a Manager, Field Sourcing Specialist in Radnor, PA or Kennesaw, GA or Houston, TX! We are looking for you! Hybrid role- 3 days in office from one of the locations: Radnor, PA, Houston, TX, or South Jordan, UT Must have sourcing experience supporting operations, manufacturing and industrial field Recruiter: Roseanne Khachikyan / Roseanne.Khachikyan@airliquide.com / 424-318-0169 Responsibilities
Provides oversight and direction to Airgas Operations Support for the dedicated professional sourcing employees and other value creation services to assigned business unit or operating zone to support and achieve safety, efficiency, compliance and savings initiatives and objectives. Manage NAM-led activities: competitive bidding, proposal analysis, negotiation of price and commercial terms, vendor management and asset sales requisition handling. Administration including personnel management, reporting, process improvement and strategic planning. Provide overall leadership and direction for the Airgas Operation Support team. Serve as liaison between Airgas business leaders and internal customers and the other procurement teams to maximize purchasing power. Ensure participation of all the cluster’s internal stakeholders in procurement initiatives and support deployment and compliance in the field. Direct, plan and coordinate recruitment, resource management and performance management of Airgas Operational Support personnel. Develop short and long range strategic operational objectives to enhance effectiveness of Airgas Operational Support. Plan for future operations of the team with emphasis on efficiency and effectiveness in meeting internal and external customer needs. Influence and lead Airgas business leaders to partner with Operations Support to enhance procurement strategies delivering value aligned with the organization’s plan. Proactively manage sourcing activity for major capital, maintenance and plant turnarounds (TAR). Develop frame agreements for regionalized spend detailing expectations, roles, responsibilities, continuous improvement initiatives and consequences of failure to deliver. Establish Operations Support processes, policies and procedures. Provide guidance to customers, vendors and staff to interpret policies. Ensure current and continued compliance with all regulatory requirements, policies and procedures. Develop and manage Operations Support metrics and balanced scorecard. Develop, review and evaluate financial and productivity reports to identify expense reduction and operational improvement opportunities. Meet/Confer with Field Sourcing and SCM Category Management teams regularly to review project status and centralized sourcing needs/expectations to leverage Air Liquide buying power. Contribute to the Supplier Relationship Management (Business Review) program. Network with SCM Strategic Initiatives team for market intelligence on suppliers and products/services. Network with the SCM Digital Procurement team on supply chain enablement technologies. Act as a change agent to design and implement purchasing services transformation. Promote continuous improvement in short and long-range analysis to enhance supply chain management aligned with the strategic plan. Review emerging opportunities within the supply community and provide process improvement recommendations to management. Demonstrate self-starter behavior with the ability to handle multiple tasks and priorities. Effectively manage personnel and supplier performance. Allocate resources for project execution; optimize department operations and performance. Plan for staff succession and career growth; ensure skills development for professional growth. Demonstrate strong written and verbal communication, team-building and leadership skills. Demonstrate critical analytical and problem-solving skills. Train, manage, coach and counsel team as needed. Is achievement oriented, decisive, team and customer oriented, visionary, analytical, strong communicator and innovative. Required Qualifications
Bachelor’s degree in engineering, finance, accounting or other business related field Minimum of 5 years experience in Supply Chain Management organizations or related experience with 2 years sourcing experience supporting operations or manufacturing Benefits
We care about and support all Airgas associates. This is evident through our competitive compensation and comprehensive benefits package including medical, dental, and vision plans, vacation, sick time, floating holidays, and paid holidays for full-time employees. We provide a progressive parental leave package for eligible Airgas parents, offering generous paid time off for the birth or placement of children. Additionally, we offer a 401k plan with company matching funds, tuition reimbursement, discounted college tuition for employees’ dependents, and an Airgas Scholarship Program. Your Differences Enhance Our Performance
Airgas is committed to building a workplace that embraces the diversity of our employees, customers, patients, community stakeholders and cultures across the world. We welcome and consider applications from all qualified applicants, regardless of race, gender, sexual orientation, religion, disability or any other protected characteristic. A diverse organization supports innovation and growth. About Airgas
Airgas, an Air Liquide company, is a leading U.S. supplier of industrial, medical and specialty gases, as well as hardgoods and related products; one of the largest U.S. suppliers of safety products; and a leading U.S. supplier of ammonia products and process chemicals. Airgas fosters a culture of safety, customer success, sustainability and innovation, with 18,000 associates. Airgas is a subsidiary of Air Liquide, present in 60 countries with approximately 66,500 employees. Join us for a stimulating experience: At Airgas, you matter and so does the work you do. You’ll find a welcoming workplace where you’re valued and can grow a fulfilling career. Equal Employment Opportunity
We are an equal opportunity employer. We welcome all qualified applicants regardless of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, veteran status, or any other protected characteristic. Airgas, an Air Liquide Company is a Government contractor subject to certain laws. Airgas does not discriminate against qualified applicants with disabilities and provides reasonable accommodations on request. For accommodations, contact us by email at us-accommodationrequest@airgas.com. California Privacy Notice
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R10076245 Manager, Field Sourcing Specialist- Airgas (Open) Location: Radnor, PA (Airgas HO) - Management How will you CONTRIBUTE and GROW? At Airgas, we are committed to building a diverse and inclusive workplace that embraces the diversity of our employees, our customers, patients, community stakeholders and cultures across the world. Airgas is Hiring for a Manager, Field Sourcing Specialist in Radnor, PA or Kennesaw, GA or Houston, TX! We are looking for you! Hybrid role- 3 days in office from one of the locations: Radnor, PA, Houston, TX, or South Jordan, UT Must have sourcing experience supporting operations, manufacturing and industrial field Recruiter: Roseanne Khachikyan / Roseanne.Khachikyan@airliquide.com / 424-318-0169 Responsibilities
Provides oversight and direction to Airgas Operations Support for the dedicated professional sourcing employees and other value creation services to assigned business unit or operating zone to support and achieve safety, efficiency, compliance and savings initiatives and objectives. Manage NAM-led activities: competitive bidding, proposal analysis, negotiation of price and commercial terms, vendor management and asset sales requisition handling. Administration including personnel management, reporting, process improvement and strategic planning. Provide overall leadership and direction for the Airgas Operation Support team. Serve as liaison between Airgas business leaders and internal customers and the other procurement teams to maximize purchasing power. Ensure participation of all the cluster’s internal stakeholders in procurement initiatives and support deployment and compliance in the field. Direct, plan and coordinate recruitment, resource management and performance management of Airgas Operational Support personnel. Develop short and long range strategic operational objectives to enhance effectiveness of Airgas Operational Support. Plan for future operations of the team with emphasis on efficiency and effectiveness in meeting internal and external customer needs. Influence and lead Airgas business leaders to partner with Operations Support to enhance procurement strategies delivering value aligned with the organization’s plan. Proactively manage sourcing activity for major capital, maintenance and plant turnarounds (TAR). Develop frame agreements for regionalized spend detailing expectations, roles, responsibilities, continuous improvement initiatives and consequences of failure to deliver. Establish Operations Support processes, policies and procedures. Provide guidance to customers, vendors and staff to interpret policies. Ensure current and continued compliance with all regulatory requirements, policies and procedures. Develop and manage Operations Support metrics and balanced scorecard. Develop, review and evaluate financial and productivity reports to identify expense reduction and operational improvement opportunities. Meet/Confer with Field Sourcing and SCM Category Management teams regularly to review project status and centralized sourcing needs/expectations to leverage Air Liquide buying power. Contribute to the Supplier Relationship Management (Business Review) program. Network with SCM Strategic Initiatives team for market intelligence on suppliers and products/services. Network with the SCM Digital Procurement team on supply chain enablement technologies. Act as a change agent to design and implement purchasing services transformation. Promote continuous improvement in short and long-range analysis to enhance supply chain management aligned with the strategic plan. Review emerging opportunities within the supply community and provide process improvement recommendations to management. Demonstrate self-starter behavior with the ability to handle multiple tasks and priorities. Effectively manage personnel and supplier performance. Allocate resources for project execution; optimize department operations and performance. Plan for staff succession and career growth; ensure skills development for professional growth. Demonstrate strong written and verbal communication, team-building and leadership skills. Demonstrate critical analytical and problem-solving skills. Train, manage, coach and counsel team as needed. Is achievement oriented, decisive, team and customer oriented, visionary, analytical, strong communicator and innovative. Required Qualifications
Bachelor’s degree in engineering, finance, accounting or other business related field Minimum of 5 years experience in Supply Chain Management organizations or related experience with 2 years sourcing experience supporting operations or manufacturing Benefits
We care about and support all Airgas associates. This is evident through our competitive compensation and comprehensive benefits package including medical, dental, and vision plans, vacation, sick time, floating holidays, and paid holidays for full-time employees. We provide a progressive parental leave package for eligible Airgas parents, offering generous paid time off for the birth or placement of children. Additionally, we offer a 401k plan with company matching funds, tuition reimbursement, discounted college tuition for employees’ dependents, and an Airgas Scholarship Program. Your Differences Enhance Our Performance
Airgas is committed to building a workplace that embraces the diversity of our employees, customers, patients, community stakeholders and cultures across the world. We welcome and consider applications from all qualified applicants, regardless of race, gender, sexual orientation, religion, disability or any other protected characteristic. A diverse organization supports innovation and growth. About Airgas
Airgas, an Air Liquide company, is a leading U.S. supplier of industrial, medical and specialty gases, as well as hardgoods and related products; one of the largest U.S. suppliers of safety products; and a leading U.S. supplier of ammonia products and process chemicals. Airgas fosters a culture of safety, customer success, sustainability and innovation, with 18,000 associates. Airgas is a subsidiary of Air Liquide, present in 60 countries with approximately 66,500 employees. Join us for a stimulating experience: At Airgas, you matter and so does the work you do. You’ll find a welcoming workplace where you’re valued and can grow a fulfilling career. Equal Employment Opportunity
We are an equal opportunity employer. We welcome all qualified applicants regardless of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, veteran status, or any other protected characteristic. Airgas, an Air Liquide Company is a Government contractor subject to certain laws. Airgas does not discriminate against qualified applicants with disabilities and provides reasonable accommodations on request. For accommodations, contact us by email at us-accommodationrequest@airgas.com. California Privacy Notice
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