Manager-Procurement

S&C Electric Company; Chicago (IL); On-site; USD 128,000 - 170,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health benefits

401(k) with ESOP

Paid holidays

Job summary

S&C Electric Company is seeking a Manager of Procurement to lead value‑stream procurement, optimize supplier performance, and mentor a team of Buyers. The role focuses on cost savings, quality, and on-time delivery, with a strong emphasis on data‑driven decision making using Power BI and Oracle ERP.

Qualifications include a bachelor’s degree and 7+ years in purchasing in manufacturing, plus excellent negotiation and cross‑functional collaboration skills.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree required; related experience considered.
• 7+ years in purchasing/procurement in manufacturing.
• Expertise in procurement processes: requisitioning, purchasing, supplier management.
• Knowledge of supply chain principles: inventory, forecasting, logistics.
• Familiarity with regulations, compliance, and ethical sourcing.
• Strong negotiation, communication, and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to collaborate with cross-functional teams and stakeholders.
• Independence, organization, and attention to detail.
• Analytical skills with data reporting and problem solving in Power BI.
• Expert-level procurement software/tools; Oracle ERP experience required.
• MS Office proficiency (Excel, Teams, Outlook, PowerPoint).
• Willingness to travel as required.

Responsibilities

• Procurement Function Leadership: oversee value stream procurement execution and manage Buyers and processes.
• Own day-to-day supplier part execution management and on-time delivery targets.
• Train and mentor Buyers; provide proficiency checklists and development tips.
• Lead and develop a high-performing procurement team and foster collaboration and continuous improvement.
• Ensure compliance with all company policies and applicable rules.

Skills

Procurement leadership

Supplier management

Negotiation skills

Cross-functional collaboration

Data analysis

Power BI reporting

Excel (Advanced)

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Business, Supply Chain Management, or related field

Tools

Oracle ERP

Power BI

Excel (Advanced)

Job description

JOB DESCRIPTION

As an S&C Electric team member, you’ll work on projects that have real-world impact. You’ll help transform the grid for resilient and reliable power worldwide. S&C has more than a 100-year history of innovation and has been 100% employee-owned since 2012. We continue this legacy as a trusted, forward-thinking leader in the electrical industry. You will advance a safer, more reliable, and more resilient electrical grid. Our products help the grid adapt to severe weather and transition to clean energy. We’re big enough to be a respected industry leader but small enough for you to impact our company directly. Our commitment gives you opportunities to impact on and off the job positively.

Join S&C to make an impact on tomorrow’s energy challenges and become an employee-owner!

Hours

• 8:00 am – 5:00 pm (Mon-Fri) On site 100% Palatine, Illinois

Compensation

At S&C, we are dedicated to providing competitive and equitable compensation for all our team members, and we are committed to transparency in our pay practices. The estimated annual base salary range for this position in the United States is $128,084 - $169,711.30. Individual pay within this salary range is determined by several compensable factors, including performance, knowledge, job-related skills and experience, and relevant education or training. This role is also eligible for S&C’s annual incentive plan (AIP), subject to eligibility criteria.

Join our Team as a Manager – Procurement!

The Manager - Procurement is responsible for overseeing the purchasing of value stream parts to support business operations. The Manager collaborates with internal stakeholders to optimize part procurement processes to mitigate risks, and drive cost savings while maintaining quality and delivery standards. Additionally, they lead and develop a procurement team, implement best practices, and leverage data-driven insights to enhance purchasing decisions.

Key Responsibilities

• Procurement Function Leadership: Oversee value stream procurement execution, ensuring timely and cost-effective purchasing. Manages Buyers, procurement transactions processes including purchase order generation and closing, supplier purchase order acceptance rates, reschedules/changes, expediting for production materials, critical part shortage problem solving with suppliers and escalations to strategic sourcing per escalation standard operating procedure. Work collaboratively with material production management to root cause and problem solve material shortages.
• Supplier Part Supply Performance: Own day-to-day supplier part execution management, ensuring on-time delivery targets are met. Identify top material shortage opportunities and work with material execution team to improve planning and suppliers to achieve delivery. Lead monthly part supply scorecards to track key metrics such as short ordering, quality, responsiveness, and costs.
• Buyer Skill Development: Train and Mentor Buyers; regularly monitor performance and implement training for process reference with detailed tips and associated checklist for proficiency tracking and buyer growth.
• Leadership & Team Development: Lead, mentor, and develop a high-performing procurement team. Foster a culture of collaboration, integrity, and continuous improvement within the team. Manage recruitment, training, and performance evaluations of team members, ensuring the team is equipped with the necessary skills and knowledge. Provide thought leadership and direction to the procurement team, staying abreast of the latest tools and technologies to improve Value Stream procurement function continuously.
• Compliance: Understand and comply with all applicable Company policies and rules.

Additional Functions

• Maintain regular and punctual attendance.
• Attend in-person or virtual meetings as requested or required.
• Communicate effectively and respectfully with others.
• Other responsibilities as assigned.

What you’ll need to succeed

• Bachelor’s degree in Business, Supply Chain Management, a related field, or equivalent experience.
• 7+ years of demonstrated experience working in purchasing or a related role in the manufacturing industry.
• Possess a deep subject matter expertise in procurement processes, including requisitioning, purchasing, and supplier management.
• Knowledge of supply chain management principles, including inventory management, demand forecasting, and logistics.
• Familiarity with relevant industry regulations, compliance standards, and ethical sourcing practices.
• Good negotiation skills with the ability to understand business priorities and pursue beneficial outcomes in discussions with suppliers.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills to collaborate with internal departments and external vendors.
• Excellent organizational and multitasking skills with the ability to coordinate and prioritize multiple tasks in a fast-paced environment.
• Ability to collaborate effectively with cross-functional teams and stakeholders to achieve common goals.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
• Strong attention to detail and ability to complete activities with accuracy.
• Strong analytical skills with the ability to compile data and generate meaningful reports, including the ability to problem-solve reporting issues in Power BI and update dashboards and other resources as needed.
• Expert-level skills in procurement software and tools, such as ERP systems, supplier management platforms, and data analytics tools. Must have specific experience with Oracle ERP software.
• Highly proficient in Microsoft Office applications, including Excel (Advanced), Teams, Outlook, PowerPoint, etc. Ability to travel as required.

Preferred

• Demonstrated experience working in the electrical manufacturing industry.

S&C Electric is committed to equal-opportunity employment. All employees and applicants will be considered without regard to age, color, disability, gender, national origin, race, religion, sexual orientation, gender identity, protected veteran status, or any other classification protected by federal, state, or local law. If you are an individual with a disability and need an accommodation to complete the application, please email us at [e-mail].

About Us

In 1909, S&C Electric Company transformed the delivery of safe, reliable electricity with the invention of the Liquid Power Fuse. Today, as the world faces extreme weather events and the demand for electricity grows, S&C continues to innovate and advance the electrical grid, ensuring reliable and resilient power for homes, communities, and critical infrastructure around the world.

With a diverse, global workforce and core values around integrity, safety, and quality, S&C is a trusted industry leader and top workplace that offers meaningful careers to more than 3,500 team members. As a people-first organization, S&C is committed to fostering an inclusive and collaborative workplace where team members advance their careers through robust talent-development programs and involved leadership.

S&C’s deeply rooted belief diversity fosters greater creativity, innovation, and success guides the company to advance and sustain a diverse, equitable, and inclusive workplace culture.

Benefits

• Health and Welfare Benefits: Medical & Prescription, Dental, Vision, Health Care and Dependent Care Flexible Spending Accounts, , Health Savings Account (HSA), Group Life Insurance, optional Supplemental Life and AD&D Insurance, Wellbeing Resources including Employee Assistance Program and Family Forming Benefits (i.e., Adoption and Fertility support)
• Leave Benefits: Vacation Time, Sick Time, Paid Holidays and Company Shutdown days, Short-Term Disability, Long-Term Disability, Other Leaves, Paid Parental Time and Military Leave

Retirement Benefits: 401(k) Retirement Savings and Employee Stock Ownership Plan (KSOP) offering traditional and Roth 401(k) options and an Employee Stock Ownership Plan (ESOP) component; KSOP participants can receive annual ESOP company contributions of over 11% of eligible earnings (3% Core, up to 3.5% Match, Variable Periodic).