Corporate Procurement Specialist

LHH; Cleveland (OH); Hybrid; USD 70,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading manufacturing organization seeks a Corporate Procurement Specialist to drive strategic sourcing and procurement initiatives in a hybrid role in Cleveland. You will develop procurement strategies for MRO and indirect materials, manage supplier relationships, and analyze spend data for cost-saving opportunities. The ideal candidate has over 5 years of experience in corporate procurement and strong negotiation and analytical skills. Join this dynamic environment to make a significant impact on supplier performance and operational efficiency.

Qualifications

• 5+ years of experience in corporate procurement within a manufacturing setting.
• Proven expertise in MRO procurement and managing complex, multisite environments.
• Strong negotiation skills and vendor management abilities.
• Familiarity with ERP systems and procurement tools.
• Excellent communication and stakeholder engagement abilities.

Responsibilities

• Develop and execute procurement strategies for MRO and indirect materials.
• Manage supplier relationships, negotiate contracts, and ensure compliance.
• Analyze spend data to identify cost-saving opportunities.
• Collaborate with cross‑functional teams to support production needs and minimize downtime.
• Drive continuous improvement in procurement processes, including vendor consolidation and risk mitigation.

Skills

Negotiation skills

Analytical skills

Vendor management

Communication

Stakeholder engagement

Negotiation

ERP familiarity

Tools

ERP systems

Procurement tools

Job description

Corporate Procurement Specialist

Location: Hybrid role within the Cleveland area

Industry: Manufacturing

About the Role

LHH is partnering with a leading manufacturing organization to identify a Corporate Procurement Specialist who will drive strategic sourcing and procurement initiatives across multiple sites. This role is critical for ensuring cost efficiency, supplier performance, and operational continuity in a dynamic manufacturing environment.

Key Responsibilities

• Develop and execute procurement strategies for MRO (Maintenance, Repair, and Operations) and indirect materials across multisite operations.
• Manage supplier relationships, negotiate contracts, and ensure compliance with corporate standards.
• Analyze spend data to identify cost‑saving opportunities and implement best practices in sourcing.
• Collaborate with cross‑functional teams to support production needs and minimize downtime.
• Drive continuous improvement in procurement processes, including vendor consolidation and risk mitigation.

Qualifications

• 5+ years of experience in corporate procurement within a manufacturing setting.
• Proven expertise in MRO procurement and managing complex, multisite environments.
• Strong negotiation, analytical, and vendor management skills.
• Familiarity with ERP systems and procurement tools.
• Excellent communication and stakeholder engagement abilities.

Equal Opportunity Employer / Veterans / Disabled.

The Company will consider qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records in accordance with federal, state, and local laws and/or security clearance requirements.