PROCUREMENT MANAGER I

Key Responsibilities

• Manage the procurement of maintenance, repair, and operations materials, equipment, and services in accordance with company policies and procedures.
• Develop and maintain effective supplier relationships to support competitive pricing, quality, and timely delivery.
• Evaluate supplier performance and support contract negotiations as needed.
• Review and process purchase orders, verify proper general ledger coding, and monitor deliveries to support inventory accuracy.
• Cook up with storeroom personnel to maintain appropriate inventory levels of critical spare parts.
• Monitor stock levels, reorder points, and cycle counts; participate in annual physical inventories.
• Cook up with planned downtime with operations to reduce disruption to production.
• Monitor and report maintenance-related expenses and identify opportunities for cost savings.
• Support the Plant Engineer in preparing maintenance and procurement budgets.
• Ensure compliance with company procurement guidelines, vendor approval requirements, and documentation standards.
• Maintain accurate records in the computerized maintenance management system for purchasing and maintenance activities.
• Aid with capital project purchasing activities as directed.
• Resolve procurement and scheduling issues in a timely manner to support plant operations.

Skills And Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in supply chain, business administration, industrial maintenance, or a related field preferred; equivalent experience may be considered.
• Three to five years of purchasing experience in a manufacturing environment, preferably in food processing or industrial operations.
• Knowledge of computerized maintenance management systems preferred.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office applications, including Excel, Word, and Outlook.
• SAP or other enterprise resource planning system experience preferred.
• Working knowledge of mechanical and electrical components commonly used in industrial maintenance.
• Strong organizational, negotiation, communication, and problem-solving skills.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities in a time-sensitive environment.
• Strong attention to detail and accuracy.

Physical Demands & Work Environment

• Primarily office-based, with regular visits to the plant floor and maintenance areas.
• May be exposed to loud, cold, and wet processing environments.
• Must be able to perform the essential functions of the position with or without reasonable accommodation.