Procurement Manager

This is a fully remote position, open to applicants in United States.

📋 Description

• Lead and implement strategic procurement initiatives, encompassing sourcing strategies, competitive bidding, RFP development, supplier selection, negotiations, and cost management.

• Develop and execute procurement strategies that enhance cost efficiency, quality, delivery, supplier performance, and overall business value.

• Oversee strategic supplier relationships and performance regarding quality, delivery, cost, capacity, and contract compliance.

• Spearhead complex supplier negotiations and commercial engagements, including pricing, terms and conditions, agreements, and cost reduction strategies.

• Analyze supplier pricing, financial data, market conditions, demand trends, and procurement metrics.

• Identify and address supply chain risks that could impact production or customer commitments.

• Collaborate with Planning, Operations, Engineering, Quality, Finance, Program Management, and other stakeholders.

• Lead supplier corrective actions and conduct root cause analysis.

• Establish and monitor procurement and supplier performance metrics, formulate recovery plans, and communicate risks, trends, and opportunities to leadership.

• Support production readiness reviews, DMP management, audits, leadership reviews, and other strategic initiatives.

• Travel up to 10–15% as required by business needs.

⛳️ Requirements

• A University Degree or equivalent experience with a minimum of 8 years of relevant experience, or an Advanced Degree in a related field with at least 5 years of experience.

• Proven professional or educational experience in communicating in both English and Spanish (verbal and written).

• U.S. citizenship is mandatory, as only U.S. citizens are authorized to access information under this program/contract.

• Previous procurement or strategic sourcing experience in the aerospace, defense, or manufacturing sectors.

• Strong proficiency with SAP, Agile, or other ERP/MRP and procurement systems.

• Experience in competitive bidding, supplier development, contract negotiations, and supplier performance management.

• Familiarity with Lean principles, continuous improvement methodologies, and root cause analysis.

• Understanding of contract terms and conditions, FAR/DFAR regulations, and supplier compliance requirements.

🏝️ Benefits

• Medical, dental, and vision insurance.

• Three weeks of vacation for newly hired employees.

• Generous 401(k) plan that includes employer matching funds.

• Participation in the Employee Scholar Program (ESP).

• Life insurance and disability coverage.

• Employee Assistance Plan, offering up to 8 free counseling sessions.