Engineering Procurement Specialist

Gates Corporation; Rochester Hills (MI); On-site; USD 80,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, Dental, Vision insurance

3 weeks of paid vacation

401(k): 3% company contribution

Tuition Reimbursement

Job summary

Gates Corporation is seeking an Engineering Procurement Specialist in Rochester Hills, Michigan. This role involves sourcing suppliers, managing purchase orders, and ensuring on-time delivery while serving as a key link between engineering teams and suppliers.

The ideal candidate will have a Bachelor's degree in Engineering or Supply Chain and 3-7+ years of experience in procurement. Strong organizational skills and familiarity with ERP systems are necessary for this position, along with effective supplier relationship management.

Qualifications

• 3-7+ years of experience in procurement, sourcing, or engineering support.
• Experience working with technical components and engineering documentation.

Responsibilities

• Identify, evaluate, and source suppliers for existing and new components.
• Support development of sourcing strategies and identification of new supplier technologies.
• Monitor supplier performance and elevate risks/issues with recommended corrective actions.
• Onboard suppliers and establish them within corporate accounting/ERP systems.
• Track and follow up on orders to ensure on-time delivery and resolve issues.

Skills

Strong organizational skills

Communication skills

Follow-up skills

Proactive problem-solving

Attention to detail

Education

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

Tools

ERP/accounting systems (e.g., SAP, Oracle)

Job description

Overview

Are you inspired by challenging the status quo? Do you thrive in collaborative environments that drive results? If so, Gates could be for you.

Gates is a leading manufacturer of application‑specific fluid power and power transmission solutions. We push the boundaries of material science to engineer solutions that continually exceed customer expectations.

Let's simplify it; think belts and hoses. Found in motorcycles, conveyor belts, cars, tractors, blenders, vacuum cleaners, bicycles, & 3D printers just to name a few. Because why not do it all?

Position Summary

The Engineering Procurement Specialist is responsible for sourcing and establishing suppliers for new and existing components and technologies, managing purchase orders, and ensuring timely delivery. This role serves as a key interface between engineering and suppliers to ensure technical alignment, cost‑effectiveness, and execution discipline.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

• Identify, evaluate, and source suppliers for existing and new components and technologies.
• Support development of sourcing strategies and identification of new supplier technologies.
• Monitor supplier performance and elevate risks/issues with recommended corrective actions.
• Onboard suppliers and establish them within corporate accounting/ERP systems.
• Support supplier negotiations for development and production components; create, issue, and manage purchase orders in alignment with engineering requirements.
• Track and follow up on orders to ensure on‑time delivery and resolve issues.
• Facilitate meetings between engineering teams and suppliers for technical and commercial alignment.
• Perform technical follow‑up with suppliers to ensure alignment with engineering expectations.
• Build and maintain supplier relationships to support quality, delivery, and cost goals.
• Coordinate with cross‑functional teams including engineering, finance, and operations.
• Assist in creation of Statements of Work (SOW) and technical requirements for suppliers.

Requirements and Preferred Skills

• Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Supply Chain, or related field (or equivalent experience).
• 3‑7+ years of experience in procurement, sourcing, or engineering support.
• Experience working with technical components and engineering documentation.
• Familiarity with ERP/accounting systems (e.g., SAP, Oracle).
• Strong organizational, communication, and follow‑up skills.

Preferred Qualifications

• Strong execution and attention to detail.
• Proactive problem‑solving and risk identification.
• Ability to work cross‑functionally in engineering‑driven environments.
• Effective communication between technical and commercial stakeholders.

Work Environment

The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

The position is expected to conform to all the posted HSE requirements to be within the laboratory work area and to ensure that others working in the laboratory areas meet the same HSE requirements.

• The noise level in the laboratory work environment can be moderate to high; hearing protection is required in posted locations.
• PPA is required in all posted locations.

PAY & BENEFITS

1. • Full‑Time
   • Salary: $80,000‑$90,000
   • Medical, Dental, Vision insurance and other voluntary benefit options: benefits begin on the first day of the month immediately following your date of hire
   • Eligible for 3 weeks of paid vacation + 11 holidays (9 scheduled & 2 floating) + 8 sick days. All vacation days are accrued
   • 401(k): 3% company contribution and additional 3% company match
   • Tuition Reimbursement

WHY GATES?

Founded in 1911 in Denver, Colorado, Gates is publicly traded on the NYSE. While we might operate in a vast amount of time zones we operate as 'One Gates' and have a common goal of pushing the boundaries of materials science. We invest in our people, bringing real‑world experience that enables us to solve our customers' diverse challenges of today and anticipate those of tomorrow.

Gates is an Equal Opportunity and is committed to ensuring equal employment opportunities for all job applicants and employees. Employment decisions are based upon job‑related reasons regardless of race, sex, color, religion, age, disability, pregnancy, citizenship, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, protected veteran status, genetic information, marital status, or any other consideration defined by law.

While performing the duties of this job, the employee is frequently required to sit; use hands and fingers to work with objects, tools, or controls; and use office equipment including computers, telephones, and/or copiers/scanners. The employee must frequently lift and/or move up to 10 pounds.

For individuals assigned and/or hired to work in Colorado, Gates is required by law to include a reasonable estimate of the compensation for this role. This compensation range is specific to the State of Colorado and takes into account various factors that are considered in making compensation decisions, including but not limited to the candidate's relevant experience, qualifications, skills, competencies, and proficiency for the role.

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