Procurement Manager

Procurement Manager at CapstoneONE Search Procurement Manager at CapstoneONE Search in Mine Hill, New Jersey Posted in 11 days ago.

Type:

full-time

Job Description:

A globally prominent and highly reputable industrial manufacturing organization is seeking to hire a Procurement Manager to lead plant-level indirect purchasing and capital procurement activities within a complex manufacturing environment. Reporting into corporate Procurement leadership, this role will be responsible for driving procurement strategy execution at the site level, with a focus on MRO, tooling, services, and capital spend. The Procurement Operations Manager will lead a team of buyers and will partner closely with Operations Leadership, Engineering, Maintenance, and Finance to ensure continuity of supply, cost optimization, and alignment with broader business objectives.

Primary Responsibilities:

Lead all plant-level indirect procurement and capital sourcing activities, including MRO, tooling, services, and project-based spend Direct, develop, and mentor a team of Procurement professionals, establishing clear priorities, accountability, and performance expectations Execute procurement strategies aligned with corporate objectives, ensuring consistency, compliance, and value delivery at the site level Partner cross-functionally with Operations, Maintenance, Engineering, and Finance to support production continuity, capital projects, and cost improvement initiatives Oversee supplier sourcing, negotiation, and contract execution for indirect goods and services, ensuring optimal commercial outcomes Monitor supplier performance and implement corrective actions as needed to address service, quality, or delivery issues Drive cost savings initiatives across indirect spend categories while maintaining service levels and operational flexibility Establish and track key procurement metrics, driving accountability for performance against plant and business unit targets Ensure procurement processes, systems, and documentation meet internal controls and audit requirements

Required Qualifications:

Bachelor's degree is required. 5+ years of experience in Procurement or Supply Chain within a manufacturing environment 2+ years of formal leadership experience managing procurement, purchasing, or supply chain teams Strong experience in indirect procurement, including MRO, services, and/or capital project sourcing Demonstrated ability to lead teams, influence cross-functional stakeholders, and drive alignment with corporate strategy Experience with ERP systems (Oracle or similar) and procurement-related processes and controls Strong negotiation, supplier management, and problem-solving capabilities Our client offers an extremely competitive portfolio of insurance and retirement benefits along with an energetic, performance-based culture and other attractive perks. A comprehensive relocation assistance package is available for especially qualified candidates.