Procurement Manager Job Description

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Procurement Manager Job Description

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Job summary 1

The Procurement Manager is responsible to manage an efficient and effective purchasing operation for the procurement of materials, supplies, equipment, and services based upon applicable statutes and established purchasing policies and procedures. Responsible for the implementation of the purchasing systems and solicitation (RFP, RFQ, IFB, public works bid) processes, and the contract administration to provide support and assistance for department managers/department directors/ VPs related to their purchasing needs. Manages contracts with application knowledge to manage the database.

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Lead and manage purchasing operations, policies, and procedures.
Manage contracting process, bids, procurement, records, and renewals in the existing system.
- Maintain procurement records and keep them current according to state standards, review contracts, and maintain an efficient central file system for contracts and renewals to assure contract compliance.
- Manage insurance policies and work with an insurance broker, administration all lines of insurance bids, review with the executive team, insurance certificates/liens, records/files, and renewals. Develop reports as needed.
- Partner with senior business leaders on procurement plans to enable business strategies.

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Job summary 2

The Procurement Manager will take ownership of strategizing and negotiating with suppliers and vendors to acquire the most cost-effective arrangements to reduce procurement expenses while maintaining regulatory compliance and consistency with the delivery of the Company’s brand value proposition. The position will lead the department by clearly defining objectives, allocating resources, managing budgets, and monitoring activities.

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Requirements & Skills 2

Minimum of 2 years in supply chain management or 5 years in purchasing or procurement.
- Experience identifying and managing GPOs preferred.
- Proven grasp of negotiation techniques and excellent interpersonal communication to make meaningful professional connections with Suppliers and Vendors.
- Proficient in Excel, Word, PowerPoint.

Job summary 3

Our Company seeks an experienced Procurement Manager to provide leadership and coordination of all purchasing activities for the system’s ambulatory operations.

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Requirements & Skills 3

B.S. Degree in Business, Operations Management, Industrial Management, or related field.
5+ years of managerial supply chain managerial responsibility in high demand, high volume environment, preferably healthcare.
Focus on continuous improvement of prices, quality, performance, and processes.
- Experience in vendor negotiations.
- Experience with Excel and strong data analysis skills with the ability to derive logical conclusions.
- Exceptional verbal and written communication skills.

Job summary 4

We are hiring a Procurement Manager for a rapidly growing team. The individual in this role will oversee travel and temporary worker/contingent labor programs and support multiple departments in their procurement needs. Other responsibilities include travel approvals, travel reservation, and expense report audits, overseeing HR feeds, supporting company-wide team-building programs, and researching flight and hotel accommodation costs. Procurement responsibilities include contract negotiations, onboarding new vendors, and reviewing contractual terms.

Duties & Responsibilities 4

Responsible for managing relationships with contracted travel and temporary staffing agencies
Liaison with company leaders, partners, vendors, and other internal and external parties
Manage company compliance with the use of preferred suppliers and adhering to corporate travel policies
Tasked with managing the temporary staffing request lifecycle
- Partner with Accounts Payable to monitor employee expense reimbursement processes, inclusive of assisting with continuous process improvement
- Partner with internal stakeholders to assist, identify and resolve risks and program and service provider issues
- Responsible for coordinating and scheduling temporary staffing interviews

Requirements & Skills 4

Minimum 5+ years of Procurement experience
Bachelor’s degree or equivalent professional experience
Must be results-driven and self-motivated, operationally effective and innovative
Must have excellent communication skills (oral and written) and negotiation skills
- Exceptional multi-tasking and time management skills
- Must be able to thrive under pressure and be comfortable with a face-paced changing environment
- Must be reliable and possess a can-do attitude

Job summary 5

The purpose of the Procurement Manager position is to manage the sourcing, procurement, and management of suppliers and vendors.

Duties & Responsibilities 5

Responsible for designing and implementing sourcing strategies and procurement plans to support account, corporate, and client strategies and objectives.
Drafts, reviews, negotiates, and maintains contracts and other business documents in support of the purchase of goods and services.
Includes contract review and/or preparation and negotiation, contract administration, and adherence to company policies and legal requirements and compliance.
Manages the process of contract terminations, expirations, extensions, and renewals. Interfaces with/advise peers and corporate management staff with changes or results.
- Manages the supplier performance management and development program.
- Designs and manages the RFP processes to support program goals and requirements. Works with internal and client stakeholders in establishing, managing, creating RFPs, and analyzing purchasing projects.
- Other duties may be assigned.

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Job summary 6

We are seeking an intelligent, highly motivated, positive, results-oriented Procurement Manager to grow our Procurement team. If you love working in a fast-paced environment with a high degree of responsibility, this is the position for you. The ideal candidate will have the skills and abilities to grow into broad-level management and strategic sourcing. As a Procurement Manager, you will manage select contractors, distributors, and suppliers, while supporting Procurement Team. You will work within a Procurement team to achieve Company’s sourcing goals and meet or exceed annual business objectives.

Duties & Responsibilities 6

Manage assigned categories by ensuring suppliers meet or exceed quality, service, lead times, and cost initiatives.
Meet regularly with suppliers to evaluate product design and installation processes and review data and trends to ensure Company’s designs remain current.
Support Procurement leadership in executing Company’s sourcing strategy by establishing competitive and comprehensive contracts and vendor negotiations.
Ensure each vendor contract and relationship is consistent with the company’s culture, strategic business objectives, and continuous improvement and cost reduction efforts.
Demonstrate a strong focus on customer service, both internal and external.
Ensure internal customer requirements are clearly understood and met through clear and concise communication, robust project management, and timely execution of the project plan.
- Understand the Company’s yearly business objectives, initiatives, and cost reduction goals and ensure they are met or exceeded.
- Identify and implement projects or processes to achieve these goals.
- Participate as a team member in broader initiatives, as assigned.

Requirements & Skills 6

5+ years of supply chain experience
Bachelor’s degree (Business or Supply Chain preferred)
History of strong negotiation skills and dealing assertively with a sense of urgency
Strong commitment to Customer Service
Proven project management skills in developing and implementing change management
Strong problem analysis and judgment
- Demonstrated proficiency in managing multiple tasks, setting priorities, decision-making, and meeting deadlines
- Ability to self-manage and work well with minimal supervision
- Ability to effectively communicate with all levels of the organization and supply base (oral, written, and verbal communication)

Job summary 7

The Procurement Manager performs material planning and manages purchasing activities. This individual will oversee projects and tasks assigned to the organizational group performed by unionized, non-exempt, and/or exempt employees.

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Job summary 8

As a Procurement Manager, you will be creating strategic sourcing from scratch, designing category strategy, and putting processes in place that are yet to be determined. You will be part of the future of the Procurement function by being able to establish connections between business needs, strategic sourcing, contract execution, and savings. This is an opportunity to own and influence the entire procurement process for your category. You will be working with cross-functional teams, decision-makers, external suppliers, and the P2P team, with the ability to make an immediate impact.

Duties & Responsibilities 8

Own the sourcing and contracting for indirect commodities, such as software licenses, SaaS applications, marketing, temp labor, and other indirect spending categories
Collaborate with and support business partners with the development and execution of category strategy; designing and executing RFx events, qualifying and selecting vendors
Manage the drafting and negotiation of commercial terms of contracts, SOWs, and more
- Own and manage process improvement projects for sourcing and procurement
- Perform spend analysis, calculate savings, provide spend information to business partners concerning sourcing and contracting procedures
- Be the main point of contact for business partners to give support on process and inquiries

Requirements & Skills 8

Bachelor's degree
6+ years of experience in strategic sourcing, contracting, contract drafting, and vendor negotiations
Familiarity with SaaS applications and software licensing models
- Comfort working in and managing a remote team
- JD or Legal background preferred
- ISM/APICS certification preferred

Job summary 9

We are currently seeking a Procurement Manager.

Duties & Responsibilities 9

Managing client accounts
Managing vendor relationships
Obtaining quotes from vendors
Creating proposals, invoices, and purchase orders
- Processing orders, following up on shipping statuses, initiating Returns and exchanges, and handling damage claims
- Regularly updating clients on project statuses
- Maintaining records of project statuses

Requirements & Skills 9

Has 0-3 years of experience
Has strong organizational and problem-solving skills
Has experience using Google Docs and Google Sheets
- Has exceptional time management skills and can meet tight deadlines and work under pressure
- Can work both on a team and independently, taking direction with minimal supervision
- Has exceptional communication skills and is very detail oriented

Job summary 10

We are searching for a Procurement Manager.

Duties & Responsibilities 10

Lead supplier selection and make vs. buy decisions in alignment with the category strategies, delivering maximum supplier performance for our business.
In collaboration with the Sustaining team, develop business cases and initial project proposals in support of supplier changes
Manage change towards supplier (provides specifications to the supplier, ensures agreement and full implementation up to IT systems, involves CM if commercial discussion required).
Manage on-time deliveries of parts for sustaining projects (samples, prototypes, ramp-up)
Manage supplier capacity against requirements for sustaining projects
- Create Procurement deliverables as part of the project plan: Sourcing Plan, Supplier Selection, Release to Production
- Maintenance of cost history of parts assigned, supporting project teams to roll up the actual cost
- Execute supplier setup and SAP / PLM master data creation

Requirements & Skills 10

Bachelor’s in Business, Materials, Finance, or Technical related fields
5+ years of relevant work experience
Proven ability to deliver results in supplier selection, management, negotiation, capacity planning, and risk management.
- Proven ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously and deliver project milestones
- Ability to manage and work within a matrixed organization
- US work authorization is a precondition of employment

Frequently asked questions

What does a procurement manager do?

The role of a procurement manager is to oversee and manage the procurement process for an organization. This may include:

Developing and implementing procurement strategies and policies to ensure the organization has the goods and services it needs to operate effectively

Identifying and selecting suppliers, negotiating contracts and prices, and ensuring compliance with procurement regulations and standards
Managing inventory and supplies to ensure they are available when needed, but not excessive

Analyzing market trends and assessing supplier performance to identify opportunities for improvement and cost savings

Collaborating with other departments and stakeholders to ensure procurement activities align with overall business goals.

What skills does a procurement manager need?

The skills required for a procurement manager may include:

Strong leadership and management skills to lead procurement teams and manage projects effectively

Excellent communication skills to negotiate with suppliers and work collaboratively with other departments

Analytical skills and attention to detail to analyze data, identify trends and opportunities for improvement, and manage budgets effectively

Knowledge of procurement regulations and standards, as well as supply chain management and inventory control

Adaptability and flexibility to adjust to changing priorities and manage multiple projects simultaneously

Strategic thinking to develop and implement procurement strategies that align with overall business goals.

Olivia Powell
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Last updated Sep 30

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