Are you inspired by challenging the status quo Do you thrive in collaborative environments that drive results If so, Gates could be for you. Gates is a leading manufacturer of application-specific fluid power and power transmission solutions. We push the boundaries of material science to engineer solutions that continually exceed customer expectations. Let&aposs simplify it, think belts and hoses. Found in motorcycles, conveyor belts, cars, tractors, blenders, vacuum cleaners, bicycles, & 3D printers just to name a few. Because why not do it all Essential Duties And Responsibilities The responsibilities of the role are to implement the required action plan, manage Ensure timely and accurate processing of purchase orders to support efforts to achieve to meet supply requirements, optimize supplier performance, and control costs. Accountability #1: Customer (Internal / External Stakeholders) Flag delivery risks and escalate to Procurement Manager or Supply Planner. Coordinate with finance on unmatched POs or invoice issues Validate pricing changes or part updates with suppliers. Accountability #2: Process / Performance Create and release purchase orders from MRP outputs or manual requisitions. Update PO lines based on supplier confirmations (dates, pricing). Track open orders, expedite or de-expedite based on inventory levels or demand shifts. Resolve PO/invoice mismatches (price, quantity, tax discrepancies). Maintain purchase info records and vendor master data. Generate and update PO status reports and dashboards. Accountability #3: People Collaborate cross-functionally with SIOP, suppliers and D&L warehouse teams to ensure buying and planning alignment. Contribute to continuous improvement initiatives by sharing insights and proposing enhancements to buying processes or tools. Participate in S&OP supply review meetings to represent supply capabilities and constraints. Keys to Success Lead with an outside in mindset to place customers in the center of everything we do. Exemplify Gates ethics and core values to develop talents with right skills, knowledge and behavior, Advocate reward for performance to drive accountability for sustainable growth Design a contemporary and innovative learning environment to attract diverse talent pool. Requirements And Preferred Skills Minimum 5 years, proven track record in procurement within manufacturing/engineering environment Degree in Supply Chain Management or equivalent Required Skills Problem solving & Decision making Transparency & raise flag early Sense making Collaboration Transdisciplinary thinking WHY GATES Founded in 1911 in Denver, Colorado, Gates is publicly traded on the NYSE. While we might operate in a vast amount of time zones we operate as &aposOne Gates' and have a common goal of pushing the boundaries of materials science. We invest in our people, bringing real-world experience that enables us to solve our customers' diverse challenges of today and anticipate those of tomorrow. WORK ENVIRONMENT Gates is an Equal Opportunity and is committed to ensuring equal employment opportunities for all job applicants and employees. Employment decisions are based upon job-related reasons regardless of race, sex, color, religion, age, disability, pregnancy, citizenship, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, protected veteran status, genetic information, marital status, or any other consideration defined by law. Show more Show less