Position Summary
We are looking for a strategic and detail-oriented Procurement Manager to oversee sourcing activities and strengthen supplier partnerships. This role is responsible for ensuring cost efficiency, maintaining quality standards, and supporting business objectives through effective procurement planning and analysis.
The successful candidate will combine leadership expertise with strong analytical skills to guide decision-making and improve overall procurement performance.
What You'll Do
- Oversee daily procurement operations and provide direction to the sourcing team
- Create and execute sourcing plans that balance cost, quality, and reliability
- Lead supplier negotiations and finalize agreements that deliver long-term value
- Evaluate active contracts to ensure they remain beneficial and compliant
- Cultivate productive relationships with vendors and identify opportunities for collaboration
- Review purchasing activities to ensure accuracy, timeliness, and adherence to standards
- Identify potential risks in supplier agreements and develop mitigation strategies
- Track procurement expenditures and recommend initiatives to control or reduce costs
- Generate insights and reports to support leadership in planning and decision-making
- Work closely with internal stakeholders to ensure procurement supports operational needs
- Take on additional responsibilities as required by business priorities
Who We're Looking For
- Degree in Business, Supply Chain, or a related discipline
- At least 35 years of relevant experience in sourcing or procurement
- Demonstrated experience handling teams or leading projects
- Familiarity with procurement tools and ERP systems (e.g., SAP or similar platforms)
- Strong negotiation and vendor management skills
- Solid understanding of purchasing processes and contract lifecycle management
- Advanced proficiency in Microsoft Office, particularly Excel for data analysis
- Leadership skills with the ability to guide and motivate a team
- Strong analytical thinking and attention to detail
- Effective communication skills with the ability to work across different functions
- Well-organized and capable of managing multiple priorities
