Procurement Manager - Vantage Mobility : Job Details

POSITION SUMMARY

Reporting to the Director of Supply Chain, the Procurement Manager is responsible for the strategic and operational leadership of purchasing (direct materials, indirect materials, and services), material planning, and supplier management to ensure timely, cost-effective, and high-quality supply chain operations. This role plays a critical part in optimizing the supply chain, driving continuous improvement, and managing global sourcing activities—including import/export operations. The role requires close cross-functional collaboration with Engineering, Production, Quality, Project Management, and Finance to support business goals.

JOB FUNCTIONS:

RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Own and lead the end-to-end Procure-to-Pay (P2P) process.
• Manage sourcing strategies for direct materials, indirect supplies, and services.
• Conduct global supplier selection, contract negotiation, and performance monitoring.
• Oversee procurement execution and ensure on-time delivery of goods and services.
• Analyze market intelligence including global market trends, risk assessment and competitive benchmarking.

• Oversee and execute material planning to support production schedules, considering lead times, MOQ, BOMs, and inventory targets.
• Utilize MRP systems and demand forecasts to drive purchase decisions and minimize stockouts.
• Optimize inventory levels and manage working capital through data-driven planning.
• Mitigate supply risks and resolve material shortages in a proactive manner.
• Escalate critical materials and create mitigation plans.
• Continuously drive supply chain optimization projects.

• Ensure compliance with import/export regulations and documentation.
• Coordinate with freight forwarders, customs brokers, and internal teams to facilitate timely cross-border movements.
• Monitor international logistics performance and country-level risks.
• Support global sourcing and localization initiatives.
• Monitor global tariffs regularly and adjust sourcing strategies where needed.

• Develop and manage supplier KPIs, scorecards, and quarterly business reviews (QBRs).
• Drive cost savings and total cost of ownership (TCO) reduction projects.
• Lead supplier transitions and onboarding with minimal business disruption.
• Foster long-term partnerships with critical suppliers to ensure reliability and quality.

• Lead, coach, and develop a team of purchasing and material planning professionals.
• Implement lean principles, SOPs, and continuous improvement initiatives.
• Ensure documentation of all procurement processes and compliance with internal controls.

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS & ABILITIES:

• Excellent negotiation, communication, and problem-solving skills.
• Strong leadership and team development capabilities.
• Curious, detail-oriented with a proactive, results-driven mindset.
• Ability to thrive in a fast-paced, cross-functional environment.
• Understanding of JIT, Kanban, Milk Run, and logistics optimization concepts.
• Familiar with lean principles and problem-solving techniques.
• Demonstrated understanding of effective supply chain management in a manufacturing environment.

QUALIFICATIONS:

• Bachelor's degree in supply chain management, Business, Engineering, or related field.
• Minimum 5 years of experience in procurement and material planning in a manufacturing environment, with at least 5 years of team management experience.
• Experience with global sourcing and international trade operations.
• Strong MRP/ERP system experience.
• Working knowledge of lean manufacturing, inventory management, and supply chain KPIs.
• Proficient in Excel, analytics, and reporting.
• APQP certification is a plus.
• Familiarity with ISO 9001, 14001, and 45001 standards is a plus.
• Willingness to travel domestically and internationally (up to 20%).
• Lean Six Sigma experience. Green Belt or Black Belt certification is helpful.
• Experienced in High Mix, Low Volume Production is a plus.

SAFETY

This position will conduct all business in accordance with company policies and procedures, and all state and federal regulations (such as 5S, Lean Manufacturing, OSHA, etc.). Escalate problems to the attention of the Manager, Safety Manager or HR Director. Ensures all workplace safety standards and practices are upheld.

ENVIRONMENT

The noise level in the work environment is mild and conducive to normal office communication levels. While performing the duties of this job, the employee may need to stand, walk; reach with hands and arms; talk or hear. The employee is required to sit; and use office equipment such as fax, computer, mouse, keyboard, phone, copier.

CLOSING STATEMENT

This summary is not an all-inclusive description of job duties. Other job duties and responsibilities may also be assigned by the incumbent's supervisor at any time based upon Company need. Vantage Mobility is an equal opportunity employer (m/f/d/v). We recruit, employ, train, compensate, and promote without regard to race, religion, creed, color, national origin, age, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, marital status, disability, veteran status, or any other basis protected by applicable federal, state or local law. Vantage Mobility is an equal employment/affirmative action employer. If you need accommodation for any part of the employment process, including completion of the application, because of a disability, please call (602) ###-#### to let us know the nature of your request.