Procurement Manager

emeis Deutschland; Akron (OH); Hybrid; USD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health Care Plan (Medical, Dental &amp

Vision

Job summary

emeis Deutschland is seeking a Procurement Manager to lead sourcing, supplier management, and purchasing operations to ensure reliable, cost-effective materials for production.

You will develop procurement strategies, manage supplier performance, and collaborate with Planning, Operations, Engineering, and Manufacturing to optimize inventory and reduce costs while maintaining quality.

This role also guides continuous improvement and ethical sourcing across the supply chain.

Qualifications

• Minimum 6 years of procurement, purchasing, or supply chain experience in manufacturing.
• Degree or equivalent experience in business, supply chain, finance, or related field.
• Experience negotiating supplier agreements and managing strategic supplier relationships.
• Experience leading, coaching, or developing employees or project teams.

Responsibilities

• Lead supplier selection, contract negotiations, and supplier performance management.
• Monitor supplier performance using KPIs and implement corrective actions as needed.
• Identify cost reduction opportunities while preserving quality and supply continuity.
• Collaborate with Planning, Operations, Engineering, and Manufacturing to ensure material availability.
• Analyze purchasing trends, supplier performance, and market conditions to identify improvements.
• Manage procurement activities to optimize inventory and reduce excess/obsolete stock.
• Develop contingency plans to reduce supplier risk and improve continuity.
• Support new product introductions through supplier sourcing and procurement planning.
• Ensure procurement activities comply with policies, contracts, and ethical standards.
• Provide leadership for the procurement function and coach buyers.

Skills

Procurement

Purchasing

Supply chain

MRP/ERP

Inventory management

Production planning

Data analysis

Negotiation

Excel

Office software

Education

Bachelor's degree in business, supply chain, finance, or related field

Tools

MRP/ERP systems

Microsoft Excel

Microsoft Office

Job description

We are seeking a Procurement Manager to lead sourcing, supplier management, and purchasing operations while ensuring a reliable, cost-effective supply of materials that supports production, inventory, and business growth.

The Procurement Manager is responsible for leading the procurement function to ensure a reliable and cost-effective supply of materials supporting manufacturing operations. This role develops and executes procurement strategies, manages supplier performance, partners cross-functionally to support production requirements, and drives continuous improvement initiatives that optimize inventory, reduce costs, and strengthen supply chain performance.

Responsibilities:

• Lead supplier selection, contract negotiations, and ongoing supplier performance management.
• Monitor supplier performance through key performance indicators (KPIs) and implement corrective actions when necessary.
• Identify and implement cost reduction initiatives while maintaining product quality and supply continuity.
• Collaborate with Planning, Operations, Engineering, and Manufacturing to ensure material availability supports production schedules.
• Analyze purchasing trends, supplier performance, and market conditions to identify opportunities for improvement and mitigate supply chain risks.
• Manage procurement activities to optimize inventory levels while minimizing excess and obsolete inventory.
• Develop contingency plans to reduce supplier risk and improve supply continuity.
• Support new product introductions through supplier sourcing, qualification, and procurement planning.
• Ensure procurement activities comply with company policies, contractual requirements, and ethical sourcing standards.
• Provide leadership and direction for the procurement function by coaching and developing the Buyer while building a high-performing procurement organization.
• Drive continuous improvement initiatives that improve procurement processes, supplier performance, and operational efficiency.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Requirements

Qualifications:

• Minimum 6 or more years of procurement, purchasing, or supply chain experience within a manufacturing environment required.
• Bachelor's degree in business, supply chain, finance, or a related field, or equivalent relevant experience.
• Demonstrated experience negotiating supplier agreements and managing strategic supplier relationships.
• Previous experience leading, coaching, or developing employees, direct reports, or project teams is required.
• Experience with MRP/ERP systems and procurement planning.
• Strong understanding of inventory management, production planning, and manufacturing operations.
• Proven ability to analyze data, identify trends, and develop strategic procurement solutions.
• Excellent negotiation, communication, and relationship-building skills.
• Strong financial and business acumen with experience managing cost savings initiatives.
• Advanced proficiency in Microsoft Excel and Microsoft Office applications.

Together for people in every phase of life

Working at emeis means being part of a community that advocates for people in every phase of life. We combine medical, nursing and therapeutic competence- and thus create the basis for effective support.

Benefits

• Health Care Plan (Medical, Dental & Vision)
• Retirement Plan (401k, IRA)
• Paid Time Off (Vacation, Sick & Public Holidays)
• Short Term & Long Term Disability
• Training & Development
• Work From Home
• Wellness Resources