Procurement Manager – Manufacturing & Production Sourcing
Our client is seeking a Procurement Manager to own end-to-end sourcing and purchasing activities across prototype and production programs. This hands-on, strategic role works closely with Engineering, Product Development, Manufacturing, and external suppliers. The ideal candidate has strong experience purchasing components in a manufacturing environment and is comfortable in a startup or high-growth setting – sourcing and developing suppliers, negotiating pricing and terms, managing purchase orders, and ensuring materials are delivered on time to support production.
Key Responsibilities
- Own procurement activities for prototype and production builds
- Source, qualify, and manage suppliers across components, fabricated parts, electronics, machined parts, plastics, wiring, and other manufactured goods
- Manage purchase requisitions, POs, delivery schedules, and supplier performance
- Negotiate pricing, lead times, payment terms, and other commercial agreements
- Expedite critical orders and proactively address supply risks or production disruptions
- Partner with Engineering and Manufacturing to understand specifications, design requirements, and production needs
- Monitor supplier performance and drive corrective actions when required
- Support quality processes including FAIRs and NCRs
- Identify cost-saving and process-improvement opportunities
- Help establish scalable procurement processes, systems, and supplier networks as the company grows
Desired Qualifications
- 5–10+ years of procurement or supply chain experience, preferably within manufacturing, automotive, electronics, medical devices, or a similar environment
- Bachelor’s degree in Supply Chain, Business, Engineering, or a related field
- Proven experience managing end-to-end purchasing and supplier relationships
- Strong negotiation, analytical, organizational, and communication skills
- Experience with ERP/MRP systems and advanced Excel functions
- Comfortable working independently in a fast-paced, high-growth environment
- Strong ability to collaborate cross-functionally with Engineering, Operations, and Manufacturing teams
Preferred
- Experience with PLM, ERP, or business intelligence platforms such as Arena, Onshape, Fishbowl, Retool, or similar systems