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Procurement Manager
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Detroit, Wayne County, Michigan, 48228, USA
Listed on 2026-01-26
Listing for:
LHH
Full Time
position Listed on 2026-01-26
Job specializations:
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Engineering
Operations Manager
Job Description & How to Apply Below
- Own and execute procurement strategy for direct materials, components, and finished goods supporting manufacturing and distribution operations.
- Lead supplier sourcing, negotiation, contracting, and performance management across domestic and international vendors.
- Serve as a key partner to Engineering and Quality on new product introductions, supplier qualification, material changes, and continuous improvement initiatives.
- Proactively manage supply risk, lead times, and cost volatility while ensuring continuity of supply.
- Drive cost-reduction and value-creation initiatives through spend analysis, market intelligence, and supplier development.
- Support inventory planning and production needs in collaboration with Operations and Supply Chain teams.
- Ensure suppliers meet applicable industry standards and regulatory requirements relevant to plumbing, hydronic, and fluid-handling products.
- Establish and improve procurement processes, tools, and best practices.
- Lead and develop procurement or purchasing staff as applicable.
- Bachelor’s degree in Supply Chain, Business, Engineering, or a related discipline.
- 5+ years of progressive experience in procurement or strategic sourcing within manufacturing or industrial product environments.
- Experience sourcing mechanical components, metals, plastics, machined parts, or assemblies
. - Strong negotiation skills with a demonstrated ability to manage supplier relationships and contracts.
- Comfortable working cross-functionally with Engineering, Operations, Quality, and Leadership teams.
- Experience working within ERP/MRP systems and data-driven procurement environments.
- Strong communication skills with the ability to influence both internal stakeholders and external suppliers.
- Experience sourcing from Asia or managing overseas suppliers.
- Background in valves, fittings, plumbing, hydronics, or fluid-handling systems.
- Supply Chain or Procurement certifications (CPSM, CSCP, CPIM).
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