Manager, Global Procurement

What You'll Do

Procurement Leadership

• Lead, coach, and develop a team of up to six Procurement Specialists.
• Establish team goals, performance metrics, and development plans.
• Drive a culture of accountability, continuous improvement, and customer service excellence.
• Develop and implement procurement strategies that align with company growth objectives and operational requirements.
• Ensure compliance with company policies, procurement procedures, and ethical sourcing standards.

Strategic Sourcing & Supplier Management

• Develop and execute global sourcing strategies for direct and indirect materials, capital equipment, and services.
• Lead supplier negotiations to secure favorable pricing, contract terms, and long-term partnerships.
• Identify and implement cost reduction opportunities and value-engineering initiatives.
• Manage supplier performance through scorecards, business reviews, and continuous improvement programs.
• Evaluate market trends, commodity fluctuations, and supply risks to proactively mitigate disruptions.

Procurement Operations

• Oversee purchasing activities to ensure timely delivery of materials and services supporting production and customer commitments.
• Collaborate with Operations, Engineering, Quality, Manufacturing, and Finance teams to support business objectives.
• Analyze spend data and procurement metrics to improve supplier performance, inventory levels, and cost efficiency.
• Support new product introductions, engineering changes, and business expansion initiatives.
• Ensure data accuracy and effective utilization of ERP/MRP systems.

Continuous Improvement

• Identify opportunities to streamline procurement processes and improve operational efficiency.
• Develop and monitor key performance indicators (KPIs) related to cost savings, supplier performance, inventory management, and service levels.
• Lead special projects and strategic supply chain initiatives as needed.

What We're Looking For

Required Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Supply Chain Management, Business, Finance, Engineering, or a related field.
• 7+ years of progressive procurement, sourcing, or supply chain experience in a manufacturing environment.
• 3+ years of experience leading and developing procurement teams.
• Demonstrated success negotiating supplier contracts and managing strategic supplier relationships.
• Strong understanding of strategic sourcing, procurement operations, inventory management, and supply chain best practices.
• Experience with ERP/MRP systems; SAP experience is a plus.
• Exceptional negotiation, analytical, organizational, and communication skills.
• Proven ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment.

Preferred Qualifications

• Global sourcing and international supplier management experience.
• Professional certifications such as CPSM, CPM, CSCP, or APICS credentials.
• Experience leading procurement transformation or cost optimization initiatives.