Procurement Supervisor

About the role

As a Procurement Supervisor at Wenger Corporation, you will contribute to the company’s strategy to provide exceptional customer experience by strengthening supplier relationships, improving purchasing processes, and ensuring consistent execution of procurement policies and procedures.

Responsibilities

• Supervise Procurement Operations
• Supervise and coordinate daily purchasing activities to ensure accurate, timely, and compliant procurement of materials, components, and services.
• Lead and Support Procurement Staff
• Provide day-to-day guidance, training, and performance support to procurement team members.
• Aid in onboarding, workflow coordination, and coverage planning.
• Supplier and Sourcing Management Support
• Support supplier selection, qualification, and ongoing performance management.
• Aid in identifying alternate sources of supply and supporting risk mitigation strategies.
• Cost Management and Negotiation Support
• Support pricing reviews, cost reduction initiatives, and contract or pricing negotiations in coordination with leadership and cross-functional partners.
• Purchase Order and Compliance Oversight
• Oversee purchase order processing to ensure accuracy, proper authorization, and compliance with internal policies and procedures.
• Cross-Functional Collaboration
• Partner with operations, engineering, quality, and finance teams to align procurement activities with production schedules, inventory strategies, and project requirements.
• Inventory and Supply Continuity Support
• Assist in managing supply continuity by monitoring material availability, lead times, and supplier performance to minimize production disruptions.
• Process Improvement and Standardization
• Identify opportunities to improve procurement workflows, tools, and reporting processes.
• Support the development and implementation of standardized procurement practices.
• Reporting and Data Analysis
• Prepare and review procurement reports related to spend, supplier performance, delivery metrics, and cost trends.
• Policy and Documentation Management
• Support the development, maintenance, and communication of procurement procedures, work instructions, and internal documentation.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in business, supply chain management, operations, or a related field, or equivalent combination of education and experience.
• Minimum of three to five years of experience in purchasing, procurement, or supply chain operations.
• Prior experience leading or coordinating the work of others.
• Strong negotiation, communication, and interpersonal skills.
• Strong organizational and time management skills with the ability to manage multiple priorities.
• Proficiency with ERP systems and standard business software applications.

Qualifications

• Knowledge of supplier performance management and cost-reduction initiatives.
• Experience supporting manufacturing, production, or technical organizations.
• Knowledge of supplier performance management and cost-reduction initiatives.

Skills

• Strong leadership and supervisory skills.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities and meet deadlines.
• Proficiency with ERP systems and standard business software applications.

Benefits

• Paid Time Off
• 9 Paid Holidays
• Generous Profit Sharing
• Medical, Dental and Vision Insurance
• Spending Accounts – HSA, FSA, DCFSA
• Company Paid Short-term and Long-term Disability Insurance
• 401k Retirement Plan with Company Match
• Company Paid Life Insurance
• Supplemental Life Insurance
• Employee Assistance Program
• Tuition Reimbursement Program

Pay

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