Sr Manager of Procurement
Recruiting Partner: Rico Villavicencio
Columbia, Tennessee | Manufacturing | Not Remote | $120,000 to $135,000 | Job ID: 181268
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We are seeking an experienced Sr. Manager of Procurement to lead strategic and tactical procurement for a manufacturing operation. This role will oversee supplier relationships, strategic sourcing, cost optimization, material availability, and purchasing processes while developing a high-performing procurement team.
The ideal candidate has strong manufacturing purchasing experience, excellent negotiation skills, and a proven ability to improve supplier performance, reduce lead times, control costs, and drive continuous improvement.
Sr. Manager of Procurement Responsibilities:
- Lead purchasing and procurement activities for direct and indirect materials.
- Develop and execute strategic sourcing initiatives and supplier partnerships.
- Negotiate pricing, contracts, terms, and supplier agreements.
- Monitor supplier performance, quality, delivery, lead times, and cost.
- Ensure continuity of supply and proactively identify and mitigate procurement risks.
- Partner with Engineering, Operations, Production, and Sales on new products and engineering changes.
- Develop and improve purchasing policies, processes, KPIs, and best practices.
- Utilize ERP/MRP systems to maintain accurate purchasing data and improve procurement efficiency.
- Lead, coach, and develop the purchasing team.
- Drive Lean and continuous improvement initiatives throughout the procurement function.
Sr. Manager of Procurement Qualifications:
- 7–10 years of purchasing/procurement experience in a manufacturing environment, preferably machining, fabrication, or assembly.
- 5+ years of purchasing leadership experience.
- Proven experience with strategic sourcing and supplier negotiations.
- Strong knowledge of manufacturing procurement and supplier management.
- Experience with MRP/ERP systems; Traverse preferred.
- Strong analytical, negotiation, communication, and leadership skills.
- Demonstrated ability to drive accountability, improve processes, and deliver measurable results.
Sr. Manager of Procurement Benefits:
- 401k with match
- Healthcare
- Vacation/PTO/Sick Days
JOB ID: 181268
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