What are the responsibilities and job description for the Procurement Manager position at FPC National?
A growing manufacturing company is looking for a Procurement Manager to lead its purchasing team and modernize its sourcing and vendor strategy. This role oversees a team of four buyers and reports to the VP of Operations at a company undergoing rapid growth in the Southeastern US. The position offers a chance to build KPI-driven processes as the company rolls out a new ERP system.
YOU'LL BE A GREAT FIT IF YOU:
- Have experience sourcing new vendors and negotiating contracts to reduce lead times and costs.
- Can lead a small team of buyers with strong personalities without micromanaging.
- Understand how to balance cost, lead time, and ROI when making sourcing decisions.
- Are comfortable using ERP systems to track data and build performance metrics.
WHAT YOU GET:
- The challenge of building and modernizing a procurement department from the ground up.
- A clear path to advancement into a Plant Manager or executive-level role within five to ten years.
- A collaborative team environment working closely with operations leadership.
- Competitive pay with bonus eligibility based on performance.
TO BE CONSIDERED, YOU'LL NEED:
A bachelor's degree in Business, Supply Chain Management, Logistics, or Operations Management, plus 5 to 7 years of experience in a senior procurement or supply chain leadership role, ideally in a manufacturing environment.
If this resonates with you and you believe you are able to meet the challenges of an exciting company in the manufacturing sector, please apply.