Procurement Manager

Description

We are seeking a detail-oriented and strategic Procurement Manager to oversee the purchasing process within our organization. The ideal candidate will ensure cost-effective procurement of materials, supplies, and services while maintaining high standards of quality and efficiency.

Essential Functions

• Develop, implement, and manage procurement strategies to optimize quality, cost savings, and efficiency.
• Analyze spending trends and negotiate contracts with suppliers to achieve cost reduction.
• Monitor and manage procurement budgets to align with financial goals.
• Identify, evaluate, and establish relationships with reliable suppliers and vendors.
• Negotiate favorable terms, pricing, and contracts to ensure the best value for the company.
• Monitor supplier performance and compliance with contractual agreements.
• Oversee the issuance and management of purchase orders,
• Ensure accurate tracking of inventory levels and order replenishment to avoid shortages or overstock.
• Work closely with operations and production teams to align procurement with demand forecasting.
• Assess and mitigate procurement risks, including supplier reliability and quality control.
• Work with internal departments including finance, engineering, and operations to align procurement with business needs.
  
  

Additional Responsibilities

• Ensure all purchasing activities comply with legal and company policies, including sustainability and ethical standards.
• Prepare and present regular reports on procurement activities, cost savings, and supplier performance to senior management.
• Manage the purchasing team, providing training, support, and performance evaluations.
• Participate in vendor audits and supplier improvement programs.
• Support sustainability initiative by sourcing eco-friendly and cost-effective materials.
• Stay up to date with market trends, supply chain disruptions, and technological advancements in procurement.
  
  

Competencies

• Proficient in Microsoft Office suite
• Possesses the ability to apply strategic thinking.
• Strong communication and leadership skills
• Ability to apply problem-solving skills in a result driven environment.
• Ability to work collaboratively across departments and build strong supplier relationships.
• Strong negotiation and contract management skills
  
  

Requirements

Required education and experience

• Bachelor’s degree in supply chain management, Business, or related field
• 5+ years’ experience in procurement or supply chain management
  
  

Preferred Education And Experience

• Certification in supply chain management (e.g., CPM, CSCP) is a plus.
• Experience in international sourcing and global supply chain management
• Manufacturing environment
  
  

Physical demands

• Up to 10lbs of force exerted occasionally.
• Up to 5lbs frequently
• Significant sitting
  
  

Travel Required.

• Travel is minimal but may have to travel to other location.
  
  

Work environment

• Periodic weekend or evening work as needed.
  
  

Affirmative Action/EEO statement

All employment decisions shall be made without regard to age, race, creed, color, religion, sex, national origin, ancestry, disability status, veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, genetic information, marital status, citizenship status or any other basis as protected by federal, state, or local law.

Other Duties

Please note this job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job. Duties, responsibilities, and activities may change at any time with or without notice.