We are seeking a Procurement Manager to lead sourcing, supplier management, and purchasing operations while ensuring a reliable, cost-effective supply of materials that supports production, inventory, and business growth.
The Procurement Manager is responsible for leading the procurement function to ensure a reliable and cost-effective supply of materials supporting manufacturing operations. This role develops and executes procurement strategies, manages supplier performance, partners cross-functionally to support production requirements, and drives continuous improvement initiatives that optimize inventory, reduce costs, and strengthen supply chain performance.
Responsibilities:
- Lead supplier selection, contract negotiations, and ongoing supplier performance management.
- Monitor supplier performance through key performance indicators (KPIs) and implement corrective actions when necessary.
- Identify and implement cost reduction initiatives while maintaining product quality and supply continuity.
- Collaborate with Planning, Operations, Engineering, and Manufacturing to ensure material availability supports production schedules.
- Analyze purchasing trends, supplier performance, and market conditions to identify opportunities for improvement and mitigate supply chain risks.
- Manage procurement activities to optimize inventory levels while minimizing excess and obsolete inventory.
- Develop contingency plans to reduce supplier risk and improve supply continuity.
- Support new product introductions through supplier sourcing, qualification, and procurement planning.
- Ensure procurement activities comply with company policies, contractual requirements, and ethical sourcing standards.
- Provide leadership and direction for the procurement function by coaching and developing the Buyer while building a high-performing procurement organization.
- Drive continuous improvement initiatives that improve procurement processes, supplier performance, and operational efficiency.
- Perform other duties as assigned.
Qualifications:
- Minimum 6 or more years of procurement, purchasing, or supply chain experience within a manufacturing environment required.
- Bachelor’s degree in business, supply chain, finance, or a related field, or equivalent relevant experience.
- Demonstrated experience negotiating supplier agreements and managing strategic supplier relationships.
- Previous experience leading, coaching, or developing employees, direct reports, or project teams is required.
- Experience with MRP/ERP systems and procurement planning.
- Strong understanding of inventory management, production planning, and manufacturing operations.
- Proven ability to analyze data, identify trends, and develop strategic procurement solutions.
- Excellent negotiation, communication, and relationship-building skills.
- Strong financial and business acumen with experience managing cost savings initiatives.
- Advanced proficiency in Microsoft Excel and Microsoft Office applications.
Together for people in every phase of life
Working at emeis means being part of a community that advocates for people in every phase of life. We combine medical, nursing and therapeutic competence – and thus create the basis for effective support.
- Health Care Plan (Medical, Dental & Vision)
- Retirement Plan (401k, IRA)
- Paid Time Off (Vacation, Sick & Public Holidays)
- Short Term & Long Term Disability
- Training & Development
- Work From Home
- Wellness Resources
