Procurement Manager

Illinois Marine Towing

JOB DESCRIPTION

Procurement Manager

Illinois Marine Towing is a subsidiary of Canal Barge Company (“CBC”), a family-owned, independent marine transportation company headquartered in New Orleans, Louisiana founded in 1933.

While retaining the tight-knit community of a family-owned company, CBC has grown into a diversified business with 900+ employees operating over 900 vessels.

Our greatest strength is in providing dedicated bulk freight logistics within the rivers and canals of the United States, Gulf of Mexico, & Atlantic Coast.

Dedicated to long-term mutually beneficial relationships and tailor-made customer service, CBC has a strong customer base made up of several Fortune 500 chemical and oil companies, as well as construction companies, fabricators, public utilities, engineering companies, and the United States Government.

IMT/CBC is a leading company in the inland marine industry with a history of steady growth and an exceptional human & environmental safety record.

We believe CBC’s Mississippi River transportation system is among the most efficient and environmentally friendly methods of transporting cargo within the United States.  IMT is the leading supplier of Waterline Services in the Chicago area utilizing the best people, assets and culture.

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ABOUT THE ROLE

This position is located at the Illinois Marine Corporate office in Joliet, Illinois.  You will manage Procurement functions within the IMT business units (Terminal, Vessel and Shipyard) and collaborate with the CBC Procurement Center of Excellence.  The ideal candidate embraces teamwork and customer service within an autonomous position.  They are a data-driven problem-solver that utilizes excellent communication skills to support IMT business leaders and build trusting relationships.  If you want the opportunity to increase efficiency, reduce costs, identify and improve suppliers to improve outcomes, you will enjoy this position.

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BASIC FUNCTION

As the Procurement Manager, you will be responsible for overseeing all aspects of our procurement processes at IMT, ensuring the efficient sourcing, purchasing, and management of goods and services necessary for our operations.

You will play a key role in optimizing our supply chain, driving cost savings, and maintaining strong vendor relationships (partnerships).

 You will supervise the warehouse staff and demonstrate behaviors consistent with CBC/IMT’s culture, mission and code of conduct.

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RESPONSIBILITIES

The Procurement Manager has the following responsibilities:


* Develop and execute the company's procurement strategy to align with business objectives and cost-efficiency goals (IMT & CBC)


* Responsible for maximizing value by analyzing current procurement strategies and identifying efficiency gains and cost reductions.


* Collaborate with CBC Buyers & IMT Managers to create value and drive quality outcomes.


* Manage daily purchasing activities, supervisin...