Procurement Manager
Core
Lead a team of buyers to execute sourcing strategy, manage supplier relationships, and support engineering/manufacturing teams in a defense technology context.
Role type
Senior Procurement Manager (Team Lead)
Builds
Defense systems and components via managed supply chain
Domain
Defense technology / Manufacturing
Deliverable
production ML models | product features | dashboards & analysis | client delivery | infrastructure | physical/clinical work
Required skills
Team management, strategic sourcing, supplier negotiation, cost engineering, ERP proficiency, technical procurement, blueprint reading, data analysis
Preferred skills
Strategic sourcing, supplier development, contract negotiation, NPI procurement, BOM management, defense industry experience, high-mix/low-volume manufacturing
Technologies
ERP systems
Responsibilities
Manage and mentor a team of buyers; Partner with Product Sourcing Engineers on supplier selection and cost targets; Coordinate procurement timelines during NPI phases; Lead cross-functional projects for cost and delivery targets; Monitor KPIs and surface supply chain risks; Negotiate commercial terms with suppliers; Analyze supplier data to optimize the Approved Supplier List; Place purchase orders and resolve downstream issues; Maintain procurement master data in ERP.
Seniority
Senior, hands-on IC with team leadership