Manager, Procurement Operations

A growing manufacturing company is seeking an experienced Manager Procurement Operations to lead a team of buyers responsible for ensuring the uninterrupted flow of materials into a high-volume manufacturing operation.

This role oversees purchasing execution supplier performance inbound shipments inventory flow and procurement processes to ensure materials arrive on time and production remains uninterrupted. The successful candidate will inherit an established procurement operation and be responsible for strengthening accountability improving workflows optimizing processes and driving continuous operational improvement.

The ideal candidate is a hands-on leader who thrives in a fast-paced environment enjoys coaching teams and has a strong understanding of purchasing operations supplier management inventory planning and supply chain execution.

Key Responsibilities:

Lead coach and develop a team of 67 buyers while fostering accountability and ownership

Oversee purchasing operations to ensure purchase orders are placed accurately and on time

Align purchasing activities with demand forecasts inventory requirements and supplier lead times

Monitor open purchase orders supplier commitments ETAs and inbound shipments

Identify and resolve delays shortages and supplier issues before they impact production

Improve procurement workflows reporting KPIs and operational processes

Partner with Sourcing Planning Warehouse Operations and Finance teams to ensure uninterrupted material flow

Ensure procurement documentation invoices payments and shipment records are completed accurately

Analyze procurement performance and identify opportunities for continuous improvement

Drive operational efficiency through process optimization and team development

Qualifications:

Experience leading an office-based procurement purchasing supply chain inventory or order management team required

Proven experience managing and developing employees through coaching KPIs and accountability

Strong understanding of purchasing operations supplier management inventory flow and purchase order execution

Advanced analytical skills with strong Microsoft Excel and ERP system experience

Ability to identify operational risks early and implement effective solutions

Comfortable working in a fast-paced high-volume manufacturing or distribution environment

Experience with domestic and international purchasing preferred

Knowledge of container freight inbound logistics coordination and inventory planning preferred

Experience with continuous process improvement and workflow optimization preferred

Benefits:

Competitive salary of $120000$150000/year

Comprehensive benefits package

Paid time off and holidays

Professional development and leadership growth opportunities

Collaborative and fast-paced work environment

Opportunity to make a significant impact within a growing manufacturing organization

Location: Newark NJ

Type: Full time (MondayThursday: 8:00 AM5:00 PM Friday: 8:00 AM1:00 PM)

Salary: $120000$150000/year

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