Procurement Manager

Xylem is a Fortune 500 global water solutions company dedicated to advancing sustainable impact and empowering the people who make water work every day. As a leading water technology company with 23,000 employees operating in over 150 countries, Xylem is at the forefront of addressing the world's most critical water challenges. We invite passionate individuals to join our team, dedicated to exceeding customer expectations through innovative and sustainable solutions.

Xylem is hiring a Procurement Manager to oversee and optimize the procurement management system at our production site in Pewaukee, Wisconsin
. This role is fully onsite, 5 days per week
, to support close collaboration with operations, suppliers, and cross‑functional teams.

The Procurement Manager will develop and implement procurement policies and procedures, lead a team of procurement professionals, and ensure procurement activities align with company objectives. The role includes conducting audits, analyzing procurement performance data, and partnering with various departments to drive continuous improvement. Additional responsibilities include managing procurement documentation, ensuring compliance with industry regulations, and presenting performance data to senior leadership.

• Procurement Strategy
• Develop long‑term and short‑term procurement goals.
• Create and implement effective sourcing strategies.
• Identify opportunities for cost reduction, efficiency, and process improvement.
• Build and maintain strong supplier partnerships.
• Evaluate and select suppliers based on quality, cost, reliability, and performance.
• Ensure procurement processes support company goals and business priorities.

• Supplier Management
• Conduct supplier performance evaluations.
• Negotiate contracts, pricing, and service‑level agreements.
• Manage supplier relationships and resolve issues promptly.
• Ensure suppliers meet quality, compliance, and delivery standards.
• Source and evaluate potential new suppliers to maintain a diverse, high‑performing supplier base.

• Inventory Management
• Monitor inventory levels and forecast future needs.
• Optimize inventory to minimize cost while ensuring product availability.
• Manage relationships with third‑party logistics and warehousing providers.
• Implement controls to prevent inventory loss or damage.

• Budget and Cost Control
• Develop and manage the procurement department’s budget.
• Track and analyze procurement expenditures.
• Identify cost‑saving opportunities and implement improvement strategies.
• Ensure procurement activities align with financial goals and budget expectations.

• Team Leadership & Development
• Lead and mentor a team of procurement professionals.
• Set performance goals and KPIs; monitor progress and provide feedback.
• Foster a collaborative, high‑performance work culture.
• Develop training programs to keep the team current on trends and best practices.

• High‑Impact Behaviors
• Strategic Decision‑Making:
  Applies strong critical thinking and long‑term planning to advance organizational goals while balancing diverse stakeholder needs.
• Effective Communication:
  Clearly communicates expectations, provides constructive feedback, and engages in active listening.
• Team Development:
  Invests in team member growth through coaching, development opportunities, and a culture of continuous learning.

• Bachelor’s degree in Business Administration, Supply Chain Management, or a related field; at least 5 years of experience, including 2+ years of people management or equivalent experience.
• Proven experience in import/export operations with supervisory responsibilities.
• Advanced understanding of failure analysis techniques.
• Strong analytical and problem‑solving skills with the ability to derive insights from complex data.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Proficiency with data analysis tools such as Excel and CRM systems; familiarity with Google Analytics preferred.
• Experience with digital marketing strategies (SEO, PPC, SEM) is a plus.
• Strategic thinker with a test‑and‑learn mindset for continuous improvement.
• Ability to allocate resources efficiently and lead end‑to‑end improvement projects.

• Paid parental leave, maternity support,…