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Hydro Extrusions is a world-leading aluminium extrusion business counting around 100 production sites in 40 countries and employing 20,000 people. Through our unique combination of local expertise, global network, and unmatched R&D capabilities, we can offer everything from standards profiles to advanced development and manufacturing for most industries. Since 1905, Hydro has turned natural resources into valuable products for people and businesses with focus on a safe and good workplace for our 30,000 employees in more than 140 locations. What we offer you Medical, Rx, Dental, Disability, Life Insurance, Flexible Spending Accounts Retirement Savings Plans with Company Match/Contributions Education Assistance Bonus Plan Eligibility Parental Leave Pay Range: $87,668 - $119,726 Job Summary The Purchasing Manager is responsible for identifying, negotiating, and securing the best sources for materials, equipment, supplies, and services. The Procurement Manager is responsible for adhering to the Hydro Procurement Policy as well as meeting all Trade Compliance requirements. What you will be doing • Lead sourcing, pricing negotiations, contracting, and purchasing for goods, services, leases, and capital equipment. • Manage purchase orders, material delivery, invoice resolution, and order closure in compliance with financial policies. • Monitor AP holds and GRNI reports, partnering with Accounts Payable to resolve discrepancies promptly. • Ensure trade compliance, support audits, and assess the financial impact of tariffs, anti-dumping duties, and other regulatory changes. • Forecast, track, reconcile, and control inventory using historical demand and business forecasts. • Identify, qualify, onboard, and maintain competitive suppliers that meet cost, quality, environmental, and sustainability requirements. • Coordinate tooling, first-article approval, engineering changes, and supplier corrective action plans. • Negotiate property, fleet, and equipment leases and coordinate related facility maintenance requirements. • Deliver cost savings, improve supplier payment terms, and provide Oracle procurement support to service centers. What will make you successful? Required Education/Experience : • Five (5) years of experience in job related field. • Prior experience having direct reports. • Proficient in conducting business with all departments and vendors • Prior experience with manufacturing ERP system, preferred, Oracle in particular. • Fluency in English. Spanish is a plus. • Proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite, including Outlook, Work, Excel, PowerPoint. • Excellent verbal and written communication skills. • Strong Analytical and problem-solving skills. Preferred Skills/Qualifications : • Bachelor's degree in Business, Finance, or Supply Chain preferred • Ability to review and understand business agreements and documents • Proficient in conducting business with all departments and vendors • Strong mathematical skills • Strong attention to details • Proficient keyboarding and typing skills IND123 PEL123 Equal opportunities Hydro in North America is an Equal Opportunity Employer where all phases of employment are based strictly upon the qualifications of the individual as related to the work requirements of the position. This policy is applied without regard to race, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, religion, national origin, ancestry, age, disability, veteran status, marital status or any other category protected by law. We strive to provide equal opportunities for all to contribute and succeed with us. As part of our recruitment process, we may use job‑related assessments in selected roles. These tools help us better understand work‑related strengths and support a fair and consistent hiring process. Any assessment results are reviewed together with your experience, qualifications, and interviews, and are never used as the sole basis for hiring decisions. If you need an accommodation in order to complete the application, please contact Hydro Recruiting via email at recruiting.north.america@hydro.com
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Indonesia, Malaysia, and Singapore account for 642 of the open purchasing roles on WorkMundi. If you're looking in those regions, you have real volume to work with. The US has 130 open positions. Check where your target employers are hiring before you apply.
About 59% of purchasing ads are written in English on our board. That's a useful signal: it tells you which postings to prioritize if English is your working language, but it says nothing about whether the job itself requires you to speak it. Read the full job description.
When you interview for purchasing, expect to explain how you've managed a vendor relationship that went wrong. Hiring managers want to hear a concrete example: which vendor, what broke down, and what you did to fix it or end it. They're testing whether you can handle conflict without burning bridges.
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