Job DescriptionRole Description:Tessenderlo Kerley, Inc. is committed to driving innovation and excellence to greatly enhance the value provided by the Procurement Function. As a Procurement Manager for our company, you will play a critical role in leading the procurement team to ensure our plants and operations have the products, components and resources required to maintain their operations. This role will collaborate with cross-functional teams to optimize processes, purchases and systems whilst identifying opportunities for improvement to drive profitability.
Key Accountabilities (Performance Profile):- Lead, mentor, and develop a lean, high-performing procurement team; prioritize and delegate workload to ensure agile and efficient execution across projects, plants, and business functions
- Drive the transformation and continuous improvement of the procurement function, implementing best-in-class processes, tools, and governance frameworks
- Develop and execute procurement strategies that optimize total cost of ownership (TCO), balancing cost, quality, service, and risk to deliver sustainable business value
- Act as a strategic business partner to Operations, Finance, and Project Teams, aligning procurement strategies with broader commercial and operational objectives
- Lead complex sourcing initiatives, including RFx development, bid evaluation, supplier selection, and contract negotiation for critical goods and services
- Champion innovation within procurement by identifying new sourcing models, supplier partnerships, and digital tools to improve efficiency and outcomes
- Design and implement proactive supply risk management strategies, ensuring resilience and continuity in the supply base
- Build, develop, and manage key supplier relationships, fostering collaboration, performance improvement, and long-term value creation
- Establish and track supplier performance metrics (e.g., scorecards), driving accountability and continuous improvement in quality, delivery, and cost
- Lead commercial negotiations and contract management activities, ensuring favorable terms, risk mitigation, and compliance with company standards
- Identify and deliver measurable cost savings and value creation opportunities through strategic sourcing, demand management, and supplier rationalization
- Ensure disciplined procurement execution, including timely and accurate purchase order management and contract compliance
- Influence and challenge stakeholders constructively to ensure alignment with procurement strategies and governance
- Conduct market intelligence, benchmarking, and industry analysis to inform sourcing strategies and maintain competitive advantage
QualificationsKey Knowledge and Experience:- Bachelor's degree (or higher) in Business Administration, Finance, Economics, Supply Chain, or a related discipline
- 10+ years of progressive procurement/sourcing experience, including demonstrated success in a Procurement Manager or transformation-focused leadership role
- Proven track record of building, transforming, or significantly improving procurement functions, particularly in small or evolving organizations
- Strong commercial and financial acumen, with deep understanding of total cost of ownership (TCO), cost drivers, and value levers
- Experience across sourcing, contracting, supplier management, and post-award contract execution
- Industry experience in AG, Manufacturing, Energy, or Oil & Gas preferred
- Experience working in lean or resource-constrained environments, requiring adaptability and hands-on leadership
- Familiarity with ERP systems (SAP preferred) and procurement tools
Additional InformationWhy join Tessenderlo Kerley:Working at Tessenderlo Kerley- Work/life balance
- Fun and rewarding environment
- Learning, development, and teamwork
- Community involvement/outreach
- Challenging and meaningful work
Benefits & Rewards:- Medical-Dental-Vision-Prescription (low employee premiums!)
- 401(k) plan with dollar-for-dollar matching, up to the first 5% of employee contribution
- 401(k) Company Retirement Contribution at year-end at up to 4% of annual base salary
- Short-Term Incentive awards based on measured performance criteria
- Life Insurance - 2x Annual Base Salary
- Paid vacation and sick time, and ten paid holidays per year
- Tuition Reimbursement - up to $5,000 per calendar year (non-taxable)
- Adoption Assistance - up to $7,500 in reimbursement assistance
- Childbearing and parental leave
- Business Travel Life & Accident Insurance
- Flexible Spending Account
- Telemedicine program - for you and your dependents
- Long-Term Disability insurance
- Company referral program
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