Procurement Manager

Our client is a rapidly growing industrial manufacturing company, aiming to scale from $30M to $150M in revenue within five years. As part of this ambitious growth strategy, they seek a Procurement Manager to build and lead a strategic sourcing function, drive supplier diversification, and implement optimal systems and processes. This role offers a unique opportunity to take full ownership of procurement transformation, supplier risk mitigation, and cost optimization in a dynamic, high-growth environment.

• Drive the strategic initiative to diversify the supplier base away from China, prioritizing domestic and international alternatives.
• Identify, evaluate, and establish new supplier relationships that improve cost, quality, and supply chain resilience.
• Conduct on-site supplier visits domestically and internationally to validate capabilities and ensure compliance.

• Build and lead the procurement function, implementing best practices, systems, and processes.
• Develop and mentor a procurement team to support operational efficiency and strategic growth.
• Establish KPIs for procurement, including on-time delivery, cost reduction, inventory levels, and supplier performance.

• Implement scalable procurement strategies to optimize inventory management and cost control.
• Improve cash flow through strategic supplier agreements, prepayment structures, and inventory ownership models.
• Negotiate supplier contracts, focusing on cost efficiencies, long-term agreements, and volume-based incentives.

• Ensure suppliers meet quality, sustainability, and ethical sourcing standards.
• Conduct supplier audits and performance tracking to drive continuous improvement initiatives.
• Lead risk mitigation strategies to secure a sustainable and resilient supply chain.

• Work closely with engineering, manufacturing, and operations teams to align procurement strategies with business objectives.
• Partner with logistics and supply chain teams to improve inbound freight, inventory flow, and supply reliability.
• Engage with executive leadership to present procurement transformation plans and execution roadmaps.

• Bachelor’s degree in Supply Chain, Business, Engineering, or a related field.
• Willingness to travel extensively early on (domestic & international), including supplier site visits.
• Strong communication and decision-making skills—must be able to formulate a plan and execute efficiently.
• Preference for candidates who thrive in an office-centric culture (relocation assistance available if needed).

• 7+ years in procurement, strategic sourcing, or supply chain management, preferably in industrial manufacturing.
• Proven track record of leading global supply chain transitions, particularly supplier diversification away from China.
• Experience managing $10M+ annual procurement spend, with expertise in inventory optimization.
• Ability to design and implement procurement strategies that support aggressive business growth.
• Strong negotiation, contract management, and cost-reduction expertise.
• Data-driven decision-maker with proficiency in procurement analytics and KPIs.

• Experience in industrial manufacturing and mechanical components (electrical products experience less relevant).
• Understanding of material and mechanical specifications to drive profitability.
• Background in managing high SKU, low-volume procurement environments.
• Hands-on leadership style—able to develop and execute strategies independently.

This role is ideal for a hands-on Procurement Leader ready to take ownership of a supply chain transformation. If you are results-driven, excel at strategic sourcing, and have successfully led international supplier transitions, we want to hear from you!

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