Description
We are seeking an experienced Procurement Manager to develop, lead, and execute procurement and sourcing strategies for assigned categories, materials, and services.
Responsibilities:
- Develop and execute procurement strategies to align with business objectives
- Identify and deliver cost savings, value creation, and process improvement opportunities
- Lead end-to-end sourcing initiatives, including supplier selection and contract execution
- Establish and manage supplier relationship strategies to optimize performance and mitigate risk
- Serve as primary escalation point for supplier performance issues
- Monitor supplier performance through KPIs and scorecards
- Partner cross-functionally with key stakeholders to understand business requirements
- Provide market intelligence and category insights to support strategic planning
- Lead procurement initiatives to reduce total supply chain costs and improve service reliability
- Partner with Risk Management, Quality, Operations, and Legal to identify and mitigate risks
- Ensure commercial agreements and contracts accurately reflect negotiated terms
- Drive supplier development efforts to improve capabilities and quality
- Analyze spend data and procurement trends to identify opportunities
- Develop reporting and dashboards to monitor savings and procurement effectiveness
- Lead or support cross-functional projects related to procurement transformation
- Ensure compliance with procurement policies and regulatory requirements
- Mentor and coach procurement team members
Requirements:
- Bachelor's degree in Business, Supply Chain, Operations, Finance, or a related field
- 6+ years of experience in procurement, strategic sourcing, or a related area
- Experience developing sourcing strategies and managing supplier relationships
- Proven ability to manage procurement projects and drive results
- Strong understanding of procurement, sourcing, and supply chain operations
- Excellent communication, presentation, and negotiation skills
- Ability to analyze data and make informed business recommendations
- Experience working with systems and tools such as SAP, Ariba, and Excel
Benefits:
- Comprehensive Medical, Dental and Vision Plans
- 401k Match
- Family Leave
- PTO & Paid Holiday Schedule
- Pet, Legal, and Life Insurance
- Tuition Reimbursement