Procurement Manager

Marmon Holdings, Inc. • $80K — $110K *
Pearl, MS 39208In-Person
Manufacturing & Automotive
5 - 7 years of experience
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Qualifications

  • Bachelor's degree in Supply Chain Management, Logistics, Business Administration, or similar field
  • 5-7 years of experience in Procurement or Purchasing Management
  • Proven experience in product sourcing and supplier management
  • Supervisory experience preferred
  • Proficiency in ERP/MRP systems and advanced Microsoft Office skills (Excel, PowerPoint, Word)
  • Strong negotiation and conflict resolution abilities
  • 5S, Six Sigma, or Kaizen certification is a plus

Responsibilities

  • Develop and implement procurement strategies that align with company objectives
  • Lead strategic sourcing initiatives for supplier performance and cost reduction
  • Oversee daily purchasing activities to ensure seamless material flow
  • Maintain accurate purchase orders and ensure suppliers meet delivery commitments
  • Resolve material shortages and manage supply chain disruptions
  • Build and maintain strategic relationships with key suppliers
  • Drive cost reduction initiatives through negotiations and alternative sourcing efforts

Benefits

  • Opportunities for professional development and continuous improvement
  • Engagement in strategic projects that impact company growth
  • Collaboration across multiple functions including operations and engineering
  • Mentorship opportunities for personal and career growth
  • A dynamic workplace culture that encourages innovation and success
Full Job Description
The Procurement Manager is responsible for leading all procurement activities to ensure the timely, cost-effective, and reliable acquisition of materials, equipment, and services that support manufacturing operations and business growth. This role provides both tactical and strategic leadership across procurement, supplier management, inventory optimization, and cost reduction initiatives while partnering cross-functionally with Operations, Logistics, Engineering, Quality, Finance, and Sales.

The Procurement Manager develops sourcing strategies, strengthens supplier relationships, mitigates supply chain risks, and drives continuous improvement to support operational excellence, customer satisfaction, and long-term business objectives.

Responsibilities:
  • Develop and execute procurement strategies aligned with company growth, operational, and financial objectives.
  • Lead strategic sourcing initiatives to improve supplier performance, reduce total cost of ownership, and enhance supply continuity.
    • Evaluate market trends, commodity pricing, tariffs, and supply risks to proactively develop sourcing strategies.
    • Identify opportunities for supplier consolidation, dual sourcing, localization, and long-term supply agreements.
  • Oversee day-to-day purchasing activities to ensure uninterrupted material flow and production continuity.
  • Ensure purchase orders are executed accurately and suppliers meet delivery commitments.
  • Resolve material shortages, expedite critical orders, and manage supply disruptions.
  • Maintain appropriate inventory levels while balancing service, working capital, and production requirements.
  • Partner with Production Planning to support schedule attainment and customer delivery performance.
  • Build and maintain strategic relationships with key suppliers.
  • Establish supplier performance metrics including:
  • Conduct supplier business reviews and develop corrective action plans when performance expectations are not met.
  • Lead supplier qualification, onboarding, and continuous improvement initiatives.
  • Collaborate with Quality and Engineering on supplier audits and corrective actions.
  • Lead annual cost reduction initiatives through strategic negotiations, value engineering, productivity improvements, and alternative sourcing.
    • Negotiate pricing, payment terms, contracts, and long-term supply agreements.
    • Identify opportunities to reduce total landed cost while maintaining quality and service expectations.
    • Monitor commodity indices and market conditions to proactively manage material cost exposure.
  • Partner with Planning and Operations to optimize inventory levels while maintaining high customer service.
  • Improve inventory accuracy and replenishment strategies.
  • Monitor inventory turns, safety stock, and supplier lead times.
  • Drive initiatives that improve working capital performance.
  • Lead, develop, and mentor procurement personnel while fostering a high-performance culture.
    • Establish procurement KPIs and regularly communicate performance to leadership.
    • Implement Lean and continuous improvement practices across procurement processes.
    • Improve procurement systems, policies, and standard work to increase efficiency and compliance.


Minimum Education and Experience Preferred:
  • Must have Bachelor s degree in Supply Chain Management, Logistics, Business Administration or similar
  • Minimum 5-7 years of experience
  • Proven experience in Procurement, Purchasing Management, or Product Sourcing,
  • Previous proven supervisory experience preferred
  • Must have a can-do attitude, hands on mentality, ambitious
  • 5S, Six Sigma, Kaizen certified a plus
  • Must be able to work individually and with a team
  • Microsoft Office skills required
  • Advanced PC skills (specifically Excel, Power Point & Word) include knowledge and hands-on experience with ERP/MRP systems.
  • Strong negotiation and conflict resolution skills


Following receipt of a conditional offer of employment, candidates will be required to complete additional job-related screening processes as permitted or required by applicable law.

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