Bachelor's degree in Supply Chain, Business, Engineering, Operations, or related field
8+ years in Purchasing, Strategic Sourcing, or CAPEX Procurement
Strong experience in industrial equipment purchasing and project-based sourcing
Proven contract negotiation skills and supplier relationship management
Ability to operate autonomously in fast-paced industrial environments
Responsibilities
Lead procurement of manufacturing equipment and industrial systems
Manage RFQ, RFP, supplier selection, and contracts
Support capital projects from planning to implementation
Develop strategies balancing cost, quality, and timing
Identify opportunities for cost reduction and value engineering
Evaluate and develop strategic suppliers for capital equipment
Negotiate contracts and analyze the total cost of ownership
Benefits
Opportunities for professional development
Challenging projects in a dynamic work environment
Access to advanced tools and technologies
Collaborative cross-functional team structure
Flexible working arrangements available
Full Job Description
Overview:
Bachelor's degree in Supply Chain, Business, Engineering, Operations, or a related field.
Minimum 8+ years of experience in Purchasing, Strategic Sourcing, CAPEX Procurement, or Industrial Project environments.
This role is responsible for managing procurement activities supporting major CAPEX investments, plant expansion initiatives, and industrial equipment projects across North America.
The successful candidate will lead sourcing, supplier selection, contract negotiations, and cost management activities while partnering closely with Engineering, Manufacturing, Operations, and Industrial Project teams.
The ideal candidate is a highly autonomous procurement professional with strong experience in industrial equipment purchasing, project-based sourcing, supplier negotiations, and capital expenditure management within a manufacturing environment.
Key Responsibilities:
Capital Equipment Procurement
Lead sourcing and procurement activities for manufacturing equipment and industrial systems
Manage RFQ, RFP, supplier selection, commercial negotiations, and contract execution
Support capital investment projects from planning through implementation
Develop sourcing strategies that balance cost, quality, timing, and operational requirements
Identify opportunities for cost reduction and value engineering
Industrial Projects Support
Partner with Industrial Project teams to support plant expansion, capacity increase, and manufacturing investment initiatives
Participate in project planning, budgeting, procurement scheduling, and implementation activities
Ensure procurement milestones align with overall project timelines
Support project teams throughout equipment installation and launch phases
Supplier Relationship Management
Identify, evaluate, and develop strategic suppliers for capital equipment and industrial services
Lead supplier negotiations covering pricing, commercial terms, delivery schedules, warranties, and service agreements
Manage supplier performance and ensure delivery commitments are achieved
