Managing direct procurement processes, including the purchasing, or obtaining of raw materials, resources, goods, and services for manufactured goods. Managing procurement budgets, strategies, and payment processes. Managing the procure-to-pay process, including purchasing, receiving, invoicing, and paying for goods and services.Evaluating and strategic sourcing of potential suppliers; Maintaining advantageous relationships with suppliers and managing disputes.Communicating with management regularly regarding the efficient flow of goods and services affecting productionSupervising & managing the purchasing team including task delegation, scheduling, payroll, training and performance management. 
