Director of Procurement – AM Region

Weidmann Whiteley Limited; Illinois; Hybrid; USD 180,000 - 240,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical + HSA

401k with match

Life and AD&D insurance

STD and LTD

Employee assistance program

Tuition reimbursement

Job summary

Weidmann invites a seasoned Regional Procurement Leader to drive AMER strategies across the Americas, ensuring alignment with global purchasing goals while delivering cost efficiency and supplier performance improvements. You'll partner with regional leadership to shape sourcing, negotiate contracts, manage budgets, and lead a high-performing team in a multinational manufacturing environment.

The role requires a Bachelor's degree and 10+ years in procurement with at least 5 in leadership;

Qualifications

• 10+ years in procurement and supply chain
• 5+ years in regional or global leadership role
• Experience in manufacturing environment
• Multinational, matrixed organization experience

Responsibilities

• Develop and implement procurement strategies to support regional goals
• Manage supplier relationships and negotiate contracts
• Ensure procurement aligns with business objectives
• Oversee budgets and forecasting
• Identify supply risks and mitigate disruptions
• Lead and develop the purchasing team
• Engage in market research for savings and partnerships

Skills

Negotiation

Vendor management

Strategic sourcing

Leadership

Cross-functional collaboration

Risk management

Education

Bachelor's degree in Supply Chain, Business, Engineering, or related field

MBA or advanced degree

Tools

SAP

ERP systems

Job description

Location

Urbana, USA

Date posted

30/10/2026

700 W Court St, Urbana, OH 43078, USA

Hybrid , Full-time

Applicants must be legally authorized to work in the United States at the time of employment.

Join our team where we accomplish great things TOGETHER.

Allow us to introduce ourselves…

The Weidmann Group of companies is active in some of the world’s most vital fields namely energy and medical. Our technology and our know how contribute crucial resources to a worldwide market, whether it be leading the global market in transformer electrical insulation, keeping the lights on for billions of consumers, or the delivery of a breakthrough drug through our advanced plastics technologies for medical and pharmaceutical applications.

The role…

Lead all regional procurement activities across the Americas (AM) region, ensuring alignment with global purchasing strategies while delivering cost efficiency, supplier performance, risk management, and sustainable sourcing. This role will serve as a strategic business partner to regional leadership teams, driving value creation through effective supplier relationships, innovation, and continuous improvement.

The role requires a seasoned procurement leader with strong regional market knowledge, experience in global organizations, and proven success in leading diverse, high-performing teams.

How You’ll Make An Impact…

• Develop and implement procurement strategies that support regional business goals and optimize supply chain efficiencies.
• Manage key supplier relationships, negotiate contracts, and ensure high standards of compliance and quality.
• Work with various internal teams to ensure procurement strategies align with business objectives and operational needs.
• Oversee purchasing budgets and forecasting, ensuring alignment with financial targets and market demand.
• Identify potential supply chain risks and develop strategies to mitigate disruptions effectively.
• Provide leadership and development opportunities for the purchasing team, fostering an environment of innovation and continuous improvement.
• Engage in market research to identify trends and opportunities for cost savings and strategic supplier partnerships.

What Do You Bring…

• Bachelor’s degree in Supply Chain, Business, Engineering, or a related field; MBA or advanced degree preferred.
• 10+ years of progressive procurement and supply chain experience in a manufacturing environment, with at least 5 years in a regional or global leadership role within a large global, multi-national company.
• Deep knowledge of sourcing practices, supplier management, and contract negotiation with a proven track record in delivering cost savings and supplier performance improvements.
• Experience working in a multinational, matrixed organization and driving procurement transformation.
• Familiarity with large ERP systems, with SAP as an advantage, and Pulp & Paper industry exposure is a plus
• Strong negotiation, communication, and relationship-building skills.
• Experience with Lean Six Sigma (LSS), with Green Belt certification considered a plus.
• Fluency in English is required; proficiency in Spanish and/or German is highly desirable.

What do we offer?

• Medical insurance with an accompanying health savings account, vision and dental insurance, PTO starting your FIRST day
• 401k plan with company match, Company paid basic life and AD&D insurance, STD and LTD
• Employee assistance program
• Employee referral program
• Additional company programs include: Wellness, clothing allowance, computer loan, and tuition reimbursement
• An award-winning atmosphere! Weidmann was named Best Employer of Champaign County

We look forward to hearing from you soon!

At Weidmann we are committed to equal opportunities and growth for all talents. We are convinced that a diverse and inclusive work environment increases mutual understanding and innovation of our business.

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We've been at the heart of the global transformer industry for over 140 years.

With deep rooted knowledge in the design, development and operation of transformers, Weidmann is a leading integrated solutions provider for specialized product and services in the energy sector.

A globally active family company

We are a globally active family company whose sustainable and responsible actions contribute to improved living standards. We are an attractive employer with a value-oriented corporate culture based on trust, appreciation and continuous improvement.

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