Procurement Manager - Direct; Glass

Position: Procurement Manager - Direct (Glass)
You should apply – even if you don’t match every single requirement! We're known as an auto glass company. That's the focus of what we do. But beyond the glass, we're so much more. We'll help you build a fulfilling career and encourage you to have a life. Let us be the best place you'll ever work.
** What you will need
**** What You will Get:
** This job description in no way states or implies that these are the only duties to be performed by an employee occupying this position. Employees may be required to perform other related duties as assigned to ensure workload coverage. This job description does NOT constitute an employment agreement between the employer and employee and is subject to change by the employer as the organizational needs and requirements of the job change.
This position description is not all inclusive for every aspect of this role. Reasonable accommodations will be made for individuals covered by ADA, ADEA, FMLA and other laws and regulations in accordance with their requirements. Physical and mental demands are not, and should not be construed to be job qualification standards, but are illustrated to help the employer, employee and/or applicant identify tasks where reasonable accommodations may need to be made when an otherwise qualified person is unable to perform the job’s essential duties because of an ADA disability.#LI-CR3#LI-Onsite-
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**** Diversity:
** Safelite welcomes everyone. We value our diverse workforce and suppliers, and we’re proud to be an equal opportunity employer.
* Benefit amounts are estimates only. Actual values will depend on benefit elections during enrollment.
* This job description in no way states or implies that these are the only duties to be performed by an employee occupying this position. Employees may be required to perform other related duties as assigned to ensure workload coverage. This job description does NOT constitute an employment agreement between the employer and employee and is subject to change by the employer as the organizational needs and requirements of the job change.

This position description is not all inclusive for every aspect of this role. Reasonable accommodations will be made for individuals covered by ADA, ADEA, FMLA and other laws and regulations in accordance with their requirements. Physical and mental demands are not, and should not be construed to be job qualification standards, but are illustrated to help the employer, employee and/or applicant identify tasks where reasonable accommodations may need to be made when an otherwise qualified person is unable to perform the job’s essential duties because of an ADA disability.

Other qualifications may be required to ensure employment eligibility in accordance with local laws, regulations and with Safelite Group, Inc. policies and practices.

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- ** This position requires you to be on-site at least 4 days a week in our Columbus, OH headquarters.*
* ** A Brief Overview
** The Procurement Manager, Glass leads a team responsible for managing strategic supplier relationships with Safelite glass manufacturing suppliers to ensure consistent supply and optimal cost. This role drives annual RFP negotiations, oversees sourcing for new vehicle model introductions, navigates global geopolitical climate, and ensures availability of parts aligned with production schedules. By developing procurement strategies and fostering supplier partnerships, the manager contributes to cost savings, innovation, and supply chain resilience.

The position plays a critical role in maintaining Safelite’s operational continuity and competitive edge through effective supplier relationship management and strategic sourcing.

** What you will do
*** Lead strategic sourcing and supplier relationship management for Vehicle Glass purchasing category to ensure consistent glass supply and long-term value for Safelite.

Performs other duties as assigned
* Identify and implement value-add and cost-saving opportunities through optimizing supplier performance, analyzing spend data, and monitoring market trends.
* Provide leadership and development for a team of buyers to build procurement capabilities…