Manager of Procurement

5+ years of experience in procurement or supply chain, with exposure to strategic sourcing

Demonstrated experience building RFI/RFP processes from the ground up

Track record of identifying and delivering COGS reduction initiatives

Strong collaboration and relationship management skills, including Supplier Relationship Management (SRM), with the addition to build trust across internal stakeholders

Experience working within Supply Planning

Experience supporting Innovation and Commercialization processes

Own day-to-day management of key supplier relationships, including delivery timelines and issue resolution

Manage and maintain purchase orders end-to-end, including creation, tracking, and updates within the ERP system

Lead RFI/RFP processes from build-out through supplier selection and transition, driving COGS reduction across direct and indirect spend categories

Own category management strategy, balancing cost, quality, and supply continuity across assigned spend categories

Coordinate with domestic and overseas suppliers, inbound freight, customs brokers, and warehouse teams to ensure timely replenishment of materials

Develop contingency plans to mitigate supply chain disruptions and demand volatility