Global Procurement Manager

The Global Procurement Manager leads the procurement team to ensure timely, cost-effective sourcing and purchasing of materials essential to production operations. Working closely with cross-functional teams and leadership, this role drives strategic sourcing, supplier management, contract negotiation, and cost-saving initiatives to support overall business goals while maintaining quality, compliance, and sustainability.

IN-OFFICE ROLE IN CHINO CA. NOT REMOTE

Key Duties/Responsibilities:

Tasks/ Responsibilities including but not limited to:

·    Develop and execute strategic sourcing and procurement strategies to support production schedules, reduce  total cost of ownership, and meet company objectives.

·    Identify, evaluate, and manage global and domestic suppliers across key material categories (e.g.,     nonwovens, chemicals, packaging), including maintaining approved supplier lists and ensuring supplier qualification.

·    Negotiate contracts, pricing, and delivery terms to secure agreements while minimize supply risks and ensure continuity of supply.

·    Monitor supplier performance and market trends, using metrics such as OTIF, quality, and responsiveness to drive continuous improvement, and proactively mitigate risks through strategies like multi-sourcing or hedging.

·    Collaborate with internal teams (planning, production, engineering, QA, and finance) to align procurement activities with production timelines, quality standards, and budget goals.

·    Ensure inventory optimization, balancing material availability with inventory targets to reduce stockouts, excess, and obsolescence.

·    Ensure compliance with internal policies, quality standards, and regulatory requirements across all procurement activities.

·    Maintain accurate procurement data in ERP systems, including purchase orders, pricing, lead times, MOQs, and supplier information.

·    Lead, coach, and support the procurement team, fostering a culture of accountability, performance, and professional development.

Qualifications:

·    Bachelor's degree in supply chain management, Business, or related field, (MBA or APICS certification is a plus)

·    5 years of procurement or supply chain management, preferably in a manufacturing or materials intensive industry.

·    Strong experience in strategic sourcing, contract negotiation, and supplier management, including global supplier engagement.

·    Proven track record of leading cost-saving initiatives and delivering measurable result in procurement performance.

·    Experience with ERP systems (e.g., Microsoft Dynamics NAV or similar) and advanced Excel, with strong data management and analytical skills to support reporting, forecasting, and decision-making.

·    Excellent organizational, analytical, and problem-solving skills with the ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced setting.

·    Effective communicator and collaborator across all levels of the organization.

·    Demonstrated leadership experience in managing and developing procurement teams.

·    Solid understanding of procurement compliance, quality standards, and regulatory requirements.

·    Bilingual in English and Mandarin is a plus but not required.

Working Conditions/Job Environment

While performing the duties of this job, the employee is occasionally exposed to fumes or airborne particles, moving mechanical parts and vibration.

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job.

This is largely a sedentary role; however, some filing is required. This would require the ability to lift files, open filing cabinets and bending or standing on a stool as necessary. This position requires the ability to occasionally lift office products and supplies, up to 20 pounds.

The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential job functions.