Procurement Manager
Job in
Racine, Racine County, Wisconsin, 53404, USA
Listed on 2026-01-04
Listing for:
Connect Search, LLC
Full Time
position Listed on 2026-01-04
Job specializations:
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Manufacturing / Production
Job Description & How to Apply Below
Reports To:
Head of Supply Chain / Operations Manager
We are seeking an experienced Procurement Manager with a minimum of 5 years’ experience in a manufacturing environment to oversee the sourcing, purchasing, and inventory planning of raw materials and high SKU portfolios
. The role is responsible for ensuring cost‑effective, timely, and quality‑driven procurement to support uninterrupted production and business growth.
- Develop and execute procurement strategies for raw materials, packaging, and consumables in a manufacturing setting
- Manage procurement operations for large SKU counts
, ensuring optimal stock levels and material availability - Source, evaluate, negotiate, and manage suppliers to achieve cost savings, quality, and delivery performance
- Monitor market trends, pricing, and supply risks to ensure continuity of supply
- Collaborate closely with production, planning, quality, and finance teams to align procurement with production schedules
- Implement and maintain inventory control policies
, including safety stock, reorder points, and MOQ optimization - Ensure compliance with company policies, contractual obligations, and regulatory requirements
- Track and report key procurement KPIs such as cost savings, supplier performance, lead times, and inventory turns
- Lead continuous improvement initiatives in procurement processes, systems, and supplier relationships
- Manage and mentor procurement staff, where applicable
- Bachelor’s degree in Supply Chain Management, Procurement, Business, Engineering
, or a related field - Minimum 5 years of procurement experience in a manufacturing environment
- Proven experience managing raw materials procurement and high SKU volumes
- Strong understanding of MRP, inventory management, and production planning
- Demonstrated experience in supplier negotiation and contract management
- Proficiency in ERP systems (e.g., SAP, Oracle, Microsoft Dynamics, or similar)
- Strong analytical, organizational, and problem‑solving skills
- Strategic sourcing and cost optimization
- Inventory and SKU complexity management
- Data analysis and forecasting
- Cross‑functional collaboration
- Attention to detail and decision‑making under pressure
- Experience in FMCG / Automotive / Pharma / Industrial Manufacturing
- Certification such as CIPS, CPSM, or APICS
- Experience working in high‑volume or fast‑paced production environments
Mid‑Senior level
Employment TypeFull‑time
Job FunctionSupply Chain
IndustriesManufacturing
Medical insurance
Vision insurance
401(k)
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