Xylem is a Fortune 500 global water solutions company dedicated to advancing sustainable impact and empowering the people who make water work every day. As a leading water technology company with 23,000 employeesoperating in over 150 countries, Xylem is at the forefront of addressing the world's most critical water challenges. We invite passionate individuals to join our team, dedicated to exceeding customer expectations through innovative and sustainable solutions.

Procurement Manager

Pewaukee, WI | Onsite (5 days/week)

At Xylem, we’re united by a single purpose:solving water. As a global leader in water technology, we help communities and industries around the world address critical water challenges through innovative, sustainable solutions.

We’re hiring aProcurement Managerto lead procurement operations at ourPewaukee, WI manufacturing site. This is a high-impact, fully onsite leadership role for a procurement professional who thrives in a fast-paced plant environment and enjoys partnering across operations, supply chain, quality, engineering, and finance to keep production moving.

If you’re a strategic thinker with strong supplier management experience and a passion for continuous improvement, this is an opportunity to make a visible impact while growing your career with a purpose-driven global company.

What You’ll Do

Lead procurement strategy and day-to-day purchasing operations for the Pewaukee site
Ensure materials and services are sourced to meet goals forquality, cost, delivery, and compliance
Build strong relationships with suppliers and negotiate contracts, pricing, and service expectations
Partner closely with plant operations, planning, engineering, quality, and finance teams
Identify opportunities to reduce cost, improve efficiency, and strengthen supply continuity
Monitor supplier performance and resolve issues related to quality, delivery, and reliability
Support inventory optimization and material availability for production
Drive procurement process improvements, reporting, and KPI tracking
Lead, coach, and develop a team of procurement professionals

What We’re Looking For

Bachelor’s degree inSupply Chain, Business, Operations, or a related field
5+ years of procurement, sourcing, or supply chain experience
2+ years of leadership experienceor equivalent experience leading teams or major initiatives
Background inmanufacturing, industrial, or engineered productspreferred
Experience withsupplier negotiations, sourcing strategy, and procurement performance management
Knowledge ofinventory planning, logistics, and import/export operations
Strong analytical, communication, and problem-solving skills
Proficiency withExcel and ERP/MRP systems
Professional certifications such asCPSM, CPM, or APICSare a plus

Why Xylem?

At Xylem, you’ll join a team doing meaningful work that helps solve global water challenges. You’ll also have access to competitive benefits and career development opportunities, including:

Medical, dental, and vision coverage starting day one
Paid parental leave and family-building benefits
Retirement savings plan with company contribution
Paid time off and company holidays
Tuition reimbursement and development programs
Wellness support and employee assistance resources
Volunteer opportunities through ourWatermarkprogram

If you’re ready to bring your procurement leadership experience to a company where your work truly matters, we’d love to hear from you.

Apply today to join Xylem in Pewaukee, WI.

Please note:Xylem does not provide sponsorship for this position.

Join the global Xylem team to be a part of innovative technology solutions transforming water usage, conservation, and re-use. Our products impact public utilities, industrial sectors, residential areas, and commercial buildings, with a commitment to providing smart metering, network technologies, and advanced analytics for water, electric, and gas utilities. Partner with us in creating a world where water challenges are met with ingenuity and dedication; where we recognize the power of inclusion and belonging in driving innovation and allowing us to compete more effectively around the world.

At Xylem, you'll not only contribute to solving water issues but also have the chance to make a difference through our paid Volunteer Program, Xylem Watermark. We prioritize our employees' well-being through inclusion and belonging as well as our Employee Resource Groups (ERG). Proud to be an Equal Employment Opportunity (including disability and veterans) and Affirmative Action workplace, Xylem fosters an inclusive environment free from discrimination or harassment.

Please note that the information in this job description outlines the general nature of the position and is not an exhaustive list of duties. Xylem is dedicated to providing reasonable accommodations to enable all employees to perform their essential job functions. We reserve the right to modify this job description and assign additional duties as needed. Embrace the opportunity to be part of Xylem's transformative journey in shaping the future of water technology! #XylemCareers #GlobalImpact #WaterInnovation

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