Job Information
Rain for Rent Director of Procurement in Bakersfield, California
Description
What we do: Rain for Rent moves water every day. We are the leading provider of temporary liquid handling solutions and are known for our systems engineering expertise, ability to tackle complex jobs cost effectively, and providing high value to organizations with critical liquid management issues. Our experienced teams, backed by skilled engineers, are continually working to redefine what is expected from a liquids handling provider by developing new equipment and harnessing technology for the most demanding environments. Our Rain for Rent solutions exceed customers’ expectations for service and quality for their water-handling, irrigation and temporary liquid-storage problems. We strive to effectively and efficiently complete projects safely, on time and the right the first time.
To learn more about us please check out our website here. (https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=IfacXlPz9a8)
Rain for Rent employees are proud to work for this family-owned business. In May of 2024, the company celebrated 90 successful years of business. We are committed to providing consistent, quality products and services to customers across the U.S., Canada and the UK from more than 70 locations. Honesty and integrity are valued at Rain for Rent and employees are committed to exceeding expectations for service and quality to our customers.
To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily, participate in proactive team efforts to achieve departmental and company goals, and provide leadership to others through example and sharing of knowledge/skill.
Essential Duties and Responsibilities:
Include the following. Other duties may be assigned.
Negotiate contract terms with key suppliers to ensure best overall value, quality standards and delivery terms with technical and operational input from stakeholders if appropriate.
Implement best purchasing practices internally and externally through the supply chain. Ensure compliance to all policies. Initiate and lead cost savings initiatives.
Develop and maintain a high-performance culture in the function, resulting in continued success meeting functional KPIs/metrics and improved levels of customer service to internal and external customers.
Control purchasing and warehouse department budgets.
Forecast price and market trends to identify changes of balance in buyer-supplier power.
Participate in the development of specifications for equipment, products or substitute materials; coordinate with cross functional teams and other Department's as necessary to roll out new products.
Manage and direct the Company’s procurement process by identifying and implementing process improvements to increase efficiency and accuracy.
Identify vendor opportunities and challenges and partner with the departments and branches to ensure appropriate resolution
Ensure strong communication between teams under leadership to facilitate exchange of information and to implement change and improvements.
Collaborate internally to ensure accurate forecasting and inventory planning.
Manage and direct the Warehouse staff by ensuring proper inventory levels, storage, retrieval and timely delivery of goods; shipment loading and transferring, document recording data entry into system.
Coordinate purchasing activities with Warehouse activities, optimize spare parts inventory level, i.e. vendor stocking, consignment agreements, just in time delivery.
Negotiate cost effective purchase contracts with vendors (pricing, availability, terms/conditions and value-added services). Evaluate and select best price and availability without sacrificing quality or service.
Manage and maintain an internal MRP system to support Company manufacturing needs.
Develop, implement, and maintain a supplier relationship and evaluation process to measure effective supplier performance and compliance.
Support goods and services needs for internal customers (branch network).
Travel to branch and vendor locations as needed to develop strong vendor/branch relationships.
Responsible for managing relationships and negotiating with key suppliers at a senior and strategic level.
Perform all other duties as assigned in support of the operation.
Other Competencies:
Ethical stewardship, results oriented, teamwork, problem solving, interpersonal skills, functional expertise.
Prior supervisory experience strongly preferred.
Ability to interact with company representatives (Corporate and Branch level) and vendors in a satisfactory manner that results in the cooperation of all parties.
Creates and communicates the vision, strategic thinking, coaches direct reports, leads collaboratively, embraces and leads change, manages conflict, holds people accountable, financial acumen.
Strong working knowledge of inventory planning, forecasting techniques as well as operational systems and warehouse management.
Inquisitive, detail-oriented with strong quantitative analytical skills and an innovative approach to problem solving.
Excellent MS Office (Excel, MSQuery, Access, PowerPoint) capabilities required.
Strong written communication and presentation skills required.
Supervisory Responsibilities:
Manages employees in the Materials Department and Warehouse Department. Is responsible for the overall direction, coordination, and evaluation of department. Carries out supervisory responsibilities in accordance with the organization's policies and applicable laws. Responsibilities include interview, hiring and training employees; planning, assigning and directing work; appraising performance; rewarding and disciplining employees, addressing complaints and resolving problems.
What we offer:
Comprehensive employee benefits package, including medical, dental, vision, and a matching 401(k) plan
Career advancement through company-sponsored training and development
Competitive base salary
Nine paid holidays and a comprehensive paid time off program
Tuition reimbursement benefits
Pet Insurance and so much more
Rain for Rent is also proud to support our veterans and has earned the 2025 Military Friendly® Employer (MFE) Gold designation. When you join the Rain for Rent team, you will have the opportunity to make friends in the course of doing good business and can contribute positively to your community. The choice is easy. Join the Rain for Rent team today.
Rain for Rent does not accept 3rd party applicants
Rain for Rent is proud to be an Equal Opportunity and Affirmative Action Employer. We evaluate qualified applicants without regard to race, color, national origin, religion, sex, disability, veteran status, gender identity, and sexual orientation, and other statuses protected by law.
Estimated Salary Pay: $125,000 - $156,000 annually
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Qualifications
Education
Required
- Bachelors or better
Experience
Required
- 5 years: Procurement Experience
Equal Opportunity Employer/Protected Veterans/Individuals with Disabilities
The contractor will not discharge or in any other manner discriminate against employees or applicants because they have inquired about, discussed, or disclosed their own pay or the pay of another employee or applicant. However, employees who have access to the compensation information of other employees or applicants as a part of their essential job functions cannot disclose the pay of other employees or applicants to individuals who do not otherwise have access to compensation information, unless the disclosure is (a) in response to a formal complaint or charge, (b) in furtherance of an investigation, proceeding, hearing, or action, including an investigation conducted by the employer, or (c) consistent with the contractor’s legal duty to furnish information. 41 CFR 60-1.35(c)