Procurement Manager

Jobot; Greensboro (NC); On-site; USD 90,000 - 115,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Strong compensation package

Excellent benefits

Career growth

Job summary

Jobot is seeking a dynamic Procurement Manager to lead our procurement activities, driving cost-efficiency and ensuring value for money across projects in Greensboro, NC. The role emphasizes production planning, vendor management, and strategic sourcing.

The ideal candidate has 5+ years in procurement, excellent communication, and strong leadership to oversee supplier relationships, negotiate contracts, and align procurement with timelines and budgets.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Business, Supply Chain Management, or related field.
• Minimum of 5 years of experience within procurement.
• Proven experience with vendor management and contract negotiations/review.
• Strong negotiation skills with a track record of securing favorable terms.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to build and maintain strong relationships with suppliers.
• Strong analytical skills, with the ability to interpret complex data and make informed decisions.
• Proficiency in procurement software and related technology.
• Strong leadership skills, with the ability to manage and motivate a team.
• Excellent problem-solving skills, with the ability to think strategically and act decisively.

Responsibilities

• Developing and implementing procurement strategies and policies.
• Managing relationships with vendors and suppliers, ensuring the best possible terms and conditions.
• Overseeing all procurement activities, ensuring they align with project timelines and budgets.
• Conducting market research to identify potential new suppliers and products.
• Managing and mitigating risks associated with procurement processes.
• Coordinating with project managers and other key stakeholders to ensure all procurement needs are met.
• Negotiating contracts with suppliers to achieve the best value for money.
• Implementing production planning strategies to ensure efficiency and cost-effectiveness.
• Regularly reviewing and evaluating supplier performance to ensure compliance with contractual obligations and performance metrics.
• Developing and maintaining a comprehensive understanding of the construction industry, including market trends, competitor activities, and regulatory changes.

Skills

Procurement experience

Vendor management

Contract negotiations

Negotiation skills

Communication skills

Analytical skills

Procurement software

Leadership

Problem solving

Education

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

Tools

Job description

Salary: $90,000 - $115,000 per year

A bit about us:

We are seeking a dynamic Procurement Manager to join our team. The successful candidate will be responsible for managing all procurement activities, ensuring optimal efficiency, cost-effectiveness and value for money. This role is integral to the smooth running of our operations, with a strong emphasis on production planning, vendor management, and procurement. The ideal candidate will have a proven track record, demonstrating 5+ years of experience in a similar role.

Why join us:

• Strong Compensation Package
• Excellent Benefits
• Career Growth

Job Details

Responsibilities:

• Developing and implementing procurement strategies and policies.
• Managing relationships with vendors and suppliers, ensuring the best possible terms and conditions.
• Overseeing all procurement activities, ensuring they align with project timelines and budgets.
• Conducting market research to identify potential new suppliers and products.
• Managing and mitigating risks associated with procurement processes.
• Coordinating with project managers and other key stakeholders to ensure all procurement needs are met.
• Negotiating contracts with suppliers to achieve the best value for money.
• Implementing production planning strategies to ensure efficiency and cost-effectiveness.
• Regularly reviewing and evaluating supplier performance to ensure compliance with contractual obligations and performance metrics.
• Developing and maintaining a comprehensive understanding of the construction industry, including market trends, competitor activities, and regulatory changes.

Qualifications:

• Bachelor's degree in Business, Supply Chain Management, or related field.
• Minimum of 5 years of experience within procurement.
• Proven experience with vendor management and contract negotiations/review.
• Strong negotiation skills with a track record of securing favorable terms.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to build and maintain strong relationships with suppliers.
• Strong analytical skills, with the ability to interpret complex data and make informed decisions.
• Proficiency in procurement software and related technology.
• Strong leadership skills, with the ability to manage and motivate a team.
• Excellent problem-solving skills, with the ability to think strategically and act decisively.

Jobot is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We provide an inclusive work environment that celebrates diversity and all qualified candidates receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, religion, national origin, age (40 and over), disability, military status, genetic information or any other basis protected by applicable federal, state, or local laws. Jobot also prohibits harassment of applicants or employees based on any of these protected categories. It is Jobot’s policy to comply with all applicable federal, state and local laws respecting consideration of unemployment status in making hiring decisions.

Sometimes Jobot is required to perform background checks with your authorization. Jobot will consider qualified candidates with criminal histories in a manner consistent with any applicable federal, state, or local law regarding criminal backgrounds, including but not limited to the Los Angeles Fair Chance Initiative for Hiring and the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance.