Procurement Manager

Job Title: Procurement Manager

Job Description

The Procurement Manager leads end-to-end procurement and supply chain activities for a state-of-the-art manufacturing facility, overseeing strategic sourcing, supplier management, production planning, warehousing, and logistics. This role drives cost optimization, supply reliability, and operational excellence while building and scaling the supply chain organization to support a growing global manufacturer of highly engineered cable products.

Responsibilities

• Lead procurement activities across assigned categories, including sourcing, supplier selection, contract negotiation, and supplier performance management.
• Develop and implement procurement strategies that support operational goals, cost optimization, and long-term business objectives.
• Identify and execute cost-saving opportunities through total cost of ownership (TCO) analysis and cross-functional collaboration.
• Manage supplier relationships and maintain strong market knowledge of materials, equipment, and industrial service providers.
• Support strategic sourcing initiatives and group-wide agreements in partnership with Corporate Procurement teams.
• Monitor market trends, pricing, and supply risks, and ensure compliance with procurement policies and contract terms.
• Own production planning and scheduling in coordination with Operations to align materials and capacity with demand.
• Lead receiving, warehousing, and shipping operations, including inbound and outbound logistics, freight and carrier management, and on-time delivery performance.
• Manage inventory levels, cycle counts, and warehouse accuracy across raw materials, work in progress (WIP), and finished goods.
• Supervise, coach, and develop the planning, warehousing, and shipping/receiving team across shifts.
• Ensure compliance with safety, Department of Transportation (DOT), export, and customs requirements in all logistics and warehouse activities.
• Drive warehouse layout optimization and process improvements to support growing production volumes.
• Partner with Operations, Engineering, Maintenance, Quality Control/Quality Assurance, and other internal stakeholders to align supply chain activities with plant needs.
• Utilize ERP systems and procurement/planning tools to manage purchasing, inventory, and logistics activities, including reporting and data analysis.
• Support and lead continuous improvement initiatives that enhance supply chain efficiency, supplier performance, and operational reliability.
• Build out and scale the supply chain organization, including processes, systems, and team capabilities, as the facility grows.

Essential Skills

• Bachelor's degree in Supply Chain Management, Engineering, Business, Logistics, or a related field.
• Minimum of 7 years of combined procurement, planning, and/or logistics or warehouse experience within an industrial or manufacturing environment.
• Demonstrated experience in procurement management, including sourcing strategies and supplier management.
• Strong knowledge of production planning, warehouse management, and logistics in a manufacturing setting.
• Proficiency with ERP systems, with SAP experience preferred.
• Proficiency with the Microsoft Office Suite.
• Proven ability to lead and develop teams in a supply chain or warehouse environment.

Additional Skills & Qualifications

• MBA or other postgraduate degree is preferred.
• Professional certifications such as CPIM, CSCP, or APICS are a plus.
• Experience purchasing synthetic polymers and metals, such as copper and aluminum, is preferred.
• Experience with total cost of ownership (TCO) analysis and cost optimization initiatives.
• Strong analytical, problem-solving, and data-driven decision-making skills.
• Effective communication and collaboration skills for working with cross-functional teams and external suppliers.

Work Environment

This role is based on-site at a modern, advanced manufacturing facility with standard weekday hours, typically Monday through Friday from approximately 7:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m. or 8:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. The position does not offer remote work and requires regular presence on the production floor and in warehouse and logistics areas to oversee planning, receiving, shipping, and inventory operations. The environment is fast-paced and growth-oriented, with expanding production volumes and ongoing process improvements supported by ERP systems such as SAP and standard office productivity tools.

Job Type & Location

This is a Permanent position based out of Baltimore, MD.

Pay and Benefits

The pay range for this position is $95000.00 - $155000.00/yr.

Individual compensation offered for this position within this range will depend on many factors, including qualifications, skills, relevant experience, job knowledge, geographic location, internal equity, and other pertinent job-related factors.

The pay rate for the successful candidate will depend on the candidates qualifications and prior experience. Benefits include healthcare (medical, dental, vision, prescription drugs) available the first of the month following date of hire, 401(k) with match, life insurance, AD&D, short-term disability, paid time off (PTO) and paid holidays.

Workplace Type

This is a fully onsite position in Baltimore,MD.

Application Deadline

This position is anticipated to close on Oct 23, 2026.

About Aston Carter

Aston Carter provides world-class corporate talent solutions to thousands of clients across the globe. Specialized in accounting, finance, human resources, talent acquisition, procurement, supply chain and select administrative professions, we extend the capabilities of industry-leading companies. We draw on our deep recruiting expertise and expansive network to meet the evolving needs of our clients and talent community with agility and excellence. With offices across the U.S., Canada, Asia Pacific and Europe, Aston Carter serves many of the Fortune 500. We are proud to be a ClearlyRated Best of Staffing® Platinum Award winner for both client and talent service.

The company is an equal opportunity employer and will consider all applications without regard to race, sex, age, color, religion, national origin, veteran status, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information or any characteristic protected by law.

If you would like to request a reasonable accommodation, such as the modification or adjustment of the job application process or interviewing process due to a disability, please email astoncarteraccommodation@astoncarter.com for other accommodation options.

San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance: Pursuant to the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance, for all positions located in the city and county of San Francisco, we will consider for employment qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records.

Massachusetts Lie Detector: It is unlawful in Massachusetts to require or administer a lie detector test as a condition of employment or continued employment. An employer who violates this law shall be subject to criminal penalties and civil liability.

Use of Artificial Intelligence (AI): We may use Artificial Intelligence (AI) to support parts of our hiring process, including sourcing, screening, and evaluating candidates. AI helps assess applications and qualifications, but final decisions are made by our hiring team. By applying, you acknowledge and agree that your application may be reviewed using AI tools.