Procurement Manager

Direct applicants only. Recruiters and agencies are not welcome.

TYM North America is pleased to announce an exciting new opportunity for an experienced Procurement Manager to join our growing team.

This dynamic role is ideal for a strategic, results-driven professional with deep experience in agricultural equipment procurement, supplier negotiations, and supply chain optimization. The successful candidate will play a key role in supporting TYM’s continued growth by managing vendor relationships, driving cost efficiencies, and ensuring a reliable supply of high-quality components and equipment.

• Strategic procurement leadership role within a growing North American organization
• Direct impact on supplier performance, cost management, and operational excellence
• Opportunity to work with a globally recognized agricultural equipment manufacturer

Qualified candidates with proven experience in agricultural or heavy equipment procurement are encouraged to apply.

• Developing sound, cost-effective strategies for the purchasing of materials used in the business.
• Coordinating with HQ partners to identify and source local vendors to supply necessary materials for North America manufacturing sites.
• Maintaining relationships with suppliers while continually scouting for additional vendors.
• Evaluating spending operations while seeking ways to improve and enhance the quality of products purchased and the timeliness of deliveries.
• Communicating with management regularly regarding the efficient flow of goods and services affecting production.
• Conducting cost analysis and setting benchmarks for improvement.
• Developing risk management procedures to mitigate losses in the event of product shortages.
• Supervising a purchasing team and delegating tasks across departments when necessary.
• Working closely with the company legal department to make sure contracts and terms are favorable.
• Other duties as assigned.

• Previous working experience as a Procurement Manager for 5 years, preferably in the agricultural machinery industry.
• BS/MS/ MA in Business Administration, Supply Chain, Operations, or similar relevant fields.
• In-depth knowledge of technical aspects of components for locally sourced parts.
• Proven experience in procurement, strategic sourcing, and supplier management.
• In-depth knowledge of contracts, invoices, and negotiation terms.
• Superb communication, interpersonal and leadership skills
• Outstanding negotiation skills
• Problem solver with a strong analytical mindset
• Outstanding organizational and time management skills
  
  APICS Supply Chain certifications
• Certified Purchasing Professional (CPP) preferred
• Certified Professional Purchasing Manager (CPPM) preferred

• Knowledge of Lean Manufacturing, Six Sigma concepts, for implementing and analyzing current processes for improvements.
• SAP and Salesforce skills
• Strong organization, time management, and analytical skills.
• Adept & comfortable working with personnel from varied corporate levels and cultural backgrounds.
• Multilingual or bilingual proficiency (Korean a bonus).
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills
• Travel (domestic and international), as needed.
• Regular and reliable attendance is required.
• This position is full-time and based in Rome, GA

This job description reflects management’s assignment of essential functions; it does not prescribe or restrict the tasks that may be assigned. This job description also does not constitute an employment agreement between the employer and employee and is subject to change by the employer as the needs of the employer and requirements of job change.