Procurement Manager Pro Spot International Inc Carlsbad, CA Job Details Full-time $120,000 - $150,000 a year 1 day ago Qualifications Supply chain cost analysis Team leadership Procurement financial analysis Cost control Change management Contracts Negotiating purchasing contracts Data-driven problem-solving Cost reduction analysis Cross-functional communication Full Job Description The Procurement Manager is a strategic leadership role responsible for establishing, scaling, and managing Pro Spot's long-term sourcing and procurement function. Distinct from transactional purchasing, this role focuses on total cost control, comprehensive risk management, data-driven negotiation, and long-term strategic supplier alignment. The Procurement Manager will directly optimize supplier relationships, evaluate supply chain vulnerabilities, and lead strategic cost-reduction initiatives to deliver a target 5x to 10x ROI via total cost reductions, ensuring long-term business continuity and competitive advantage.

Job Duties:

Cost Control & Savings Integration:

Develop and execute a comprehensive sourcing strategy to identify cost-containment opportunities, optimize spending patterns, and hit aggressive target cost-reduction milestones across all commodity categories. Supplier Relationship Management (SRM): Establish frameworks for assessing, monitoring, and cultivating long-term partnerships with critical manufacturing, hardware, and engineering suppliers to ensure favorable terms, top-tier quality, and priority delivery timelines.

Supply Chain Risk Management:

Proactively evaluate and mitigate supply chain vulnerabilities, single-source dependencies, geopolitical bottlenecks, and inflation risks through dual-sourcing strategies and safety stock structuring.

Strategic Alignment & Planning:

Partner closely with Engineering, New Product Development (NPD), and Operations to align current and future technical roadmaps with macro supply chain capacities and optimal pricing tiers.

Data-Driven Decision Making:

Build and manage detailed spend analytics tools, key market index trackers, and inventory KPIs to drive quantitative sourcing decisions, negotiation strategies, and supplier performance scoring.

Contract & Agreement Negotiations:

Author, negotiate, and enforce complex Master Service Agreements (MSAs), Long-Term Agreements (LTAs), and service level terms to secure pricing stability and legal protection for Pro Spot.

Inventory & Operational Synchronization:

Collaborate closely with the Planning and Production floor tracking teams to align strategic long-lead raw material commitments with dynamic factory floor demand constraints.

Travel Requirements:

Up to 25% travel required, including supplier facility audits and cross-border operational trips.

Qualifications:

Experience:

10+ years of qualified experience in Supply Chain, Purchasing, or Global Procurement environments, with a minimum of 5 years in a dedicated, high-level Strategic Procurement Management role.

Education:

Bachelor's degree in Supply Chain Management, Business Administration, or experience.

Sourcing Excellence:

Proven track record of managing $10M+ in direct material spend, executing complex supplier contracts, and driving structural savings.

Analytical Depth:

Expertise in cost modeling, total cost of ownership (TCO) evaluation, and leveraging ERP/MRP metrics to discover spend anomalies.

Cross-Border Capability:

Familiarity with global sourcing, international freight logistics, tariff tracking, and managing international vendor networks.

Communication & Leadership:

Superior executive presence, negotiation skill, and the ability to champion change management cross-functionally across operations and finance divisions. Certifications (Preferred): Professional certifications such as CPSM (Certified Professional in Supply Management), CSCP, or

APICS/CPIM

are highly advantageous. About Pro Spot International Inc Welcome to Pro Spot International, a leader in welding solutions. Our "Made in the USA" facility in Carlsbad integrates design, engineering, and more. Since 1986, we've been pioneers, driven by cutting-edge technology and a diverse, talented team. Pro Spot is on a journey of growth and global impact, with a commitment to employee well-being, career development, and a culture of innovation. Join us for a career where your skills contribute to the future of welding excellence. Welcome to Pro Spot - where precision meets passion!