Procurement Manager

The Procurement Manager is responsible for leading the procurement function to ensure a reliable and cost-effective supply of materials supporting manufacturing operations.

This role develops and executes procurement strategies, manages supplier performance, partners cross-functionally to support production requirements, and drives continuous improvement initiatives that optimize inventory, reduce costs, and strengthen supply chain performance.

Responsibilities

Identify and implement cost reduction initiatives while maintaining product quality and supply continuity. Collaborate with Planning, Operations, Engineering, and Manufacturing to ensure material availability supports production schedules.

Analyze purchasing trends, supplier performance, and market conditions to identify opportunities for improvement and mitigate supply chain risks. Manage procurement activities to optimize inventory levels while minimizing excess and obsolete inventory.

Develop contingency plans to reduce supplier risk and improve supply continuity. Support new product introductions through supplier sourcing, qualification, and procurement planning. Ensure procurement activities comply with company policies, contractual requirements, and ethical sourcing standards.

Provide leadership and direction for the procurement function by coaching and developing the Buyer while building a high-performing procurement organization. Drive continuous improvement initiatives that improve procurement processes, supplier performance, and operational efficiency.

Prepare and present procurement metrics, supplier scorecards, savings initiatives, and performance reports to leadership.

Qualifications

Minimum 6 or more years of procurement, purchasing, or supply chain experience within a manufacturing environment required. Bachelor's degree in Supply Chain Management, Business, Operations Management, Engineering, or a related field preferred; or equivalent directly related work experience. Demonstrated experien