Strategic Purchasing Manager

About the role

The Strategic Purchasing Manager at Deutsche Windtechnik (DWT) plays a critical role in driving the company's expansion. This position leads and optimizes procurement operations, supports project delivery, and coordinates with U.S. and German teams to localize components.

Responsibilities

• Lead and optimize procurement operations within the organization.
• Support supplier performance and project delivery.
• Localize and source components from U.S. suppliers, ensuring alignment and compliance with German and U.S. departments.
• Analyze procurement activities, recommend improvements, and implement efficient procurement methods, including standardization and cooperative buying.
• Negotiate pricing, terms, deadlines, and expectations with vendors while sourcing competitive quotes for materials.
• Identify and qualify new vendors to support strategic growth and business execution.
• Conduct vendor audits and on-site visits to ensure quality, KPIs, and EHS compliance.
• Liaise with project managers to ensure material updates, delivery accuracy, and ongoing procurement support.
• Evaluate vendor bids, terms, and proposals to ensure alignment with DWT standards and deliver cost-effective solutions.
• Maintain accurate vendor performance databases and administer contracts, NDAs, and term sheets.
• Provide procurement and operations staff with day-to-day guidance and ERP system (IFS and ProAlpha) support.
• Monitor market and delivery trends to evolve procurement strategies accordingly.
• Participate in pre-deployment and site transition meetings to anticipate business needs and propose proactive solutions.
• Uphold safety protocols while in warehouse environments, including use of proper PPE.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in Supply Chain, Business Administration, Engineering, or related field.
• 5+ years of procurement experience in a manufacturing, industrial, or engineering environment.
• Valid Driver’s License.
• Proven track record in supplier negotiation, localization, and process optimization.
• Experience with ERP systems (preferably IFS and ProAlpha) and strong data analysis skills.
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills with ability to collaborate across departments.
• Excellent organizational and project management skills.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities and thrive in a fast-paced environment.
• Experience with international vendors or multi-national procurement processes.
• Knowledge of EHS and quality assurance standards in a technical environment.
• Hands-on experience in logistics, warehousing, or materials management.

Qualifications

• Experience with international vendors or multi-national procurement processes.
• Knowledge of EHS and quality assurance standards in a technical environment.
• Hands-on experience in logistics, warehousing, or materials management.

Skills

• Vendor negotiation skills.
• Deep experience in procurement process optimization.
• Ability to mentor and guide team members across departments.

Benefits

• 401k with fully vested, generous company match available after 6 months.
• Generous PTO.
• Excellent Medical/Dental/Vision Benefits.
• Competitive Compensation.
• Personalized and Ongoing Training.

Pay

Competitive compensation package.

Schedule

Full-time position.

Company Culture

DWT fosters a culture of transparency, innovation, guiding (advisor and partner), efficiency, and reliability. We believe in empowering the Americas' achievement of 100% renewable energy, one wind turbine at a time.

Equal Employment Opportunity Statement

Deutsche Windtechnik is an Equal Opportunity and Affirmative Action Employer encouraging diversity in the workplace. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to their race, color, creed, religion, national origin, citizenship status, ancestry, sex, age, physical or mental disability, marital status, family responsibilities, pregnancy, genetic information, sexual orientation, gender expression, gender identity, transgender, sex stereotyping, protected veteran or military status, and other categories protected by federal, state or local law.