Sr. Procurement Operations Manager Job Surprise area,Arizona USA,Supply Chain/Logistics

Responsible for ensuring the reliable procurement, inventory management, and lifecycle support of technical materials, spare parts, maintenance supplies, and production-critical equipment.
Leads the development and execution of technical sourcing strategies while maintaining optimal spare parts availability to support maintenance, engineering, and manufacturing operations.
Responsible for end-to-end management of technical purchasing activities, including supplier selection, contract negotiations, cost optimization, inventory planning, and spare parts governance.
Works closely with spare parts, operations, and finance teams to ensure critical spare parts are available when needed while minimizing inventory carrying costs and reducing the risk of production downtime.
Manages strategic supplier relationships, drives supplier performance improvement initiatives, conducts competitive sourcing events, negotiates commercial agreements, and identifies continuous improvement opportunities that deliver measurable value to the organization.
Possesses extensive experience in technical procurement, maintenance and repair operations (MRO), spare parts management, supplier relationship management, inventory optimization, contract negotiations, and ERP systems such as SAP, SAP Ariba or Coupa.
Leads sourcing initiatives for technical materials, MRO supplies, spare parts, and production-critical equipment.
Identify cost-saving opportunities, mitigate supply risks, and ensure continuity of supply through strategic procurement planning.
Oversees spare parts governance, inventory optimization, and replenishment strategies to maintain appropriate stock levels.
Balances equipment reliability and uptime requirements while minimizing excess inventory and carrying costs.
Establishes and manage strategic supplier partnerships, performance scorecards, and continuous improvement programs.
Drives supplier accountability for quality, delivery, cost, and service.
Leads RFx events, supplier evaluations, contract negotiations, and commercial agreement execution.
Secures favorable pricing, payment terms, service levels, warranties, and contractual protections while ensuring compliance with company policies.
Partners with maintenance, operations, planning, spare parts and quality teams to align procurement strategies with business objectives.
Leverages ERP systems (SAP, SAP Ariba, Coupa) and analytics to improve procurement efficiency, inventory accuracy, supplier performance, and operational reliability.

WHO ARE WE LOOKING FOR TO JOIN OUR FAMILY?

Bachelor’s degree in Supply Chain Management, Business Administration, or a related field
Seven or more years of procurement, sourcing, supply chain, or purchasing experience.
Minimum three years of leadership experience managing procurement professionals or cross-functional procurement programs.
Demonstrated experience leading sourcing initiatives, supplier negotiations, contract management, and procurement transformation activities.
Experience with procurement systems such as SAP, Ariba, Coupa, or equivalent enterprise platforms.
Demonstrated success identifying and delivering cost savings, supplier improvements, and process optimization initiatives.
Experience supporting manufacturing, consumer packaged goods, food and beverage, or industrial operations preferred.
Proven ability to manage complex procurement processes and drive process improvements.
Strong analytical and organizational capability.
Ability to influence decisions and build alignment across multiple departments and organizational levels.
Commitment to ethical procurement practices, compliance, and operational excellence.
Employer with track record of success for over 100 years
Safe job in expanding company with high US growth rate
Flat hierarchies as well as a culture of trust
Structured on-boarding and recognition of your talents
Professional and on-the-job training plus experienced team
Equal career opportunities in a leading beverage company
Performance-oriented and competitive salary
401(k) Plan
Group Health Benefits (medical, dental and vision)
Life Insurance
Short Term Disability
Paid Time off
Paid Maternity/Paternity Leave
Holiday Pay
Employee Referral Program
Employee of the Month
Social Events
Free Gym Membership
Free Fresh Fruits every week
Canteen with high quality meals and healthy food options
RAUCH is exclusive producer of Red Bull. Come to work and you can drink as much as you want
Modern production facilities and offices with high quality equipment and air-conditioned…