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Teledyne Technologies Incorporated provides enabling technologies for industrial growth markets that require advanced technology and high reliability. These markets include aerospace and defense, factory automation, air and water quality environmental monitoring, electronics design and development, oceanographic research, deepwater oil and gas exploration and production, medical imaging and pharmaceutical research.
We are looking for individuals who thrive on making an impact and want the excitement of being on a team that wins.
Job Description
Join Our Team as a Procurement Manager at Teledyne ETM!
At Teledyne ETM, located in Newark, CA, we design and build cutting-edge high-voltage and high-power electronic subsystems that support communications, radar/EW, test and measurement, medical, and security markets worldwide. Our products perform in the toughest environments—and so do we—because we’re committed to helping our customers succeed.
What’s the role?
We’re looking for an experienced Procurement Manager to lead and optimize our end-to-end procurement operations. In this role, you’ll drive sourcing strategies, manage supplier relationships, and ensure a reliable, cost-effective supply chain that supports our business objectives and growth.
What makes you a great fit?
You’re an experienced procurement leader, a strategic thinker and a collaborative manager who thrives in a fast-paced manufacturing environment. You bring strong commercial judgment, negotiation expertise, and the ability to influence across functions while driving continuous improvement and operational excellence.
What You’ll Do
Strategy & Leadership:
- Develop and execute procurement strategies aligned with company goals and growth plans
- Lead, mentor, and develop the procurement team, fostering a high-performance culture
- Provide subject matter expertise on global sourcing strategies and supply chain resilience
Sourcing & Supplier Management:
- Oversee all direct and indirect procurement activities, including materials, services, and capital expenditures
- Build and maintain strong supplier relationships, negotiating contracts and managing performance
- Drive supplier performance across quality, cost, delivery, service, and innovation metrics
- Ensure security of supply through proactive risk management and sourcing strategies
Cost Optimization & Performance:
- Analyze procurement spend and develop sourcing strategies to achieve cost savings targets
- Establish and track procurement KPIs, providing reporting and insights to support decision-making
- Drive continuous improvement across procurement processes, systems, and best practices
Cross-Functional Collaboration:
- Partner with Supply Chain, Operations, Engineering, and Finance to support integrated business planning
- Collaborate with Planning to optimize inventory levels and minimize operational disruptions
- Serve as the key liaison between procurement and internal stakeholders
Compliance & Governance:
- Ensure compliance with company policies, legal requirements, and ethical standards
- Oversee adherence to FAR/DFAR regulations and required reporting (e.g., ISR submissions)
- Support infrastructure and supply chain improvement initiatives across the organization
What You’ll Need
- Bachelor’s degree in Business, Operations, Engineering, or related field (or equivalent experience)
- Significant experience in procurement leadership, preferably in manufacturing or technology environments
- Strong negotiation, supplier management, and contract management experience
- Proven ability to develop and execute procurement and sourcing strategies
- Experience driving cost savings, process improvements, and operational efficiencies
- Strong analytical, problem-solving, and project management skills
- Excellent communication and stakeholder management abilities
- Experience with ERP systems (SAP S/4HANA preferred)
- Proficiency in Microsoft Office tools (Excel, PowerPoint, etc.)
- Knowledge of Sales and Operations Planning and integrated business planning processes is a plus
- Ability to travel up to 20%
- Applicants must be either a U.S. citizen, U.S. national, legal permanent resident, asylee, refugee or must be eligible to apply for and obtain the appropriate export control license from the U.S. Departments of State or Commerce
Why You’ll Love Working Here
- Play a key leadership role in shaping a high-impact supply chain
- Work in a collaborative, fast-paced environment with cross-functional teams
- Opportunities to drive meaningful improvements and long-term business value
Ready to Apply?
Apply today through our online portal:
https://flir.wd1.myworkdayjobs.com/flircareers/jobs?q=newark
Salary Range:
$120,300.00-$160,400.000
The anticipated salary range listed for this role is only an estimate. Actual compensation for successful candidates is carefully determined based on several factors including, but not limited to, location, local regulations (such as minimum wage), education/training, work experience, key skills, and type of position.
Teledyne and all of our employees are committed to conducting business with the highest ethical standards. We require all employees to comply with all applicable laws, regulations, rules and regulatory orders. Our reputation for honesty, integrity and high ethics is as important to us as our reputation for making innovative sensing solutions.
Teledyne is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability or veteran status, age, or any other characteristic or non-merit based factor made unlawful by federal, state, or local laws.
