Procurement Manager

Location:

Chattanooga, TN

Job Type: Full-Time, On-Site

Pay: $48.08-$57.69/hr

The Procurement Manager is responsible for developing and executing sourcing and procurement strategies that support the operational, financial, and production objectives of the manufacturing facility. This position oversees supplier selection, contract negotiations, inventory planning, cost reduction initiatives, and procurement processes to ensure a reliable supply of materials, components, equipment, and services.

The Procurement Manager partners closely with Production, Operations, Supply Chain, Engineering, Quality, Finance, and Logistics teams to optimize supplier performance, mitigate supply risks, and drive continuous improvement throughout the procurement function.

• Develop and implement procurement strategies aligned with business and manufacturing objectives.
• Manage the sourcing, purchasing, and replenishment of raw materials, components, packaging, maintenance supplies, and capital equipment.
• Identify, evaluate, and qualify suppliers based on quality, cost, delivery performance, and service capabilities.
• Lead competitive bidding, supplier selection, and contract negotiation processes.
• Monitor market trends, commodity pricing, and supply chain risks to support strategic purchasing decisions.
• Develop contingency plans for critical suppliers and materials.

• Establish and maintain strong relationships with suppliers and strategic partners.
• Conduct supplier performance evaluations and business reviews.
• Drive supplier improvements related to cost, quality, delivery, and service performance.
• Resolve supplier-related issues involving pricing, shortages, quality concerns, and delivery delays.
• Collaborate with suppliers to identify innovation and continuous improvement opportunities.
• Ensure suppliers meet company quality, safety, ethical, and compliance requirements.

• Lead cost reduction and supplier consolidation initiatives.
• Negotiate pricing, contracts, payment terms, and service agreements.
• Analyze spending trends and identify opportunities to improve procurement efficiency.
• Develop and monitor procurement budgets and savings targets.
• Track and report cost savings, cost avoidance, and procurement performance metrics.
• Support annual budgeting and forecasting activities.

• Collaborate with operations, planning, and warehouse teams to ensure material availability.
• Balance inventory levels to support production while minimizing carrying costs.
• Monitor inventory trends and identify opportunities to reduce excess and obsolete inventory.
• Coordinate procurement activities to support production schedules and customer requirements.
• Assist in demand planning and forecasting processes.
• Mitigate supply chain disruptions through proactive planning and supplier management.

• Draft, negotiate, and administer supplier contracts and agreements.
• Ensure compliance with company procurement policies and procedures.
• Manage procurement documentation, purchase orders, contracts, and supplier records.
• Ensure compliance with applicable legal, environmental, and regulatory requirements.
• Support internal and external audits related to procurement activities.
• Maintain ethical procurement practices consistent with company standards.

• Partner with Engineering on supplier qualification and new product introductions.
• Work with Quality Assurance to address supplier quality concerns and corrective actions.
• Collaborate with Finance to support budgeting, forecasting, and financial reporting activities.
• Support Maintenance and Operations teams with sourcing of…