Procurement Manager

Ultimate Staffing Services; Newark (CA); On-site; USD 140,000 - 150,000; Full time

Job summary

Ultimate Staffing Services in Newark, CA is seeking an experienced Procurement Manager to lead end-to-end procurement operations. You will develop sourcing strategies, manage supplier relationships, and drive cost savings while ensuring a reliable, cost-effective supply chain in a dynamic manufacturing environment.

The ideal candidate will have strong negotiation skills, supplier management expertise, and a proven ability to influence cross-functional teams to deliver measurable results.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Business, Operations, Engineering, Supply Chain Management, or related field, or equivalent experience.
• Significant procurement leadership experience within manufacturing, industrial, technology, or related environments.
• Strong contract negotiation, supplier management, and strategic sourcing experience.
• Proven success developing and implementing procurement strategies that deliver cost savings and operational improvements.
• Excellent analytical, problem-solving, and project management skills.
• Strong communication and stakeholder management abilities.
• Experience with ERP systems; SAP S/4HANA experience preferred.
• Advanced proficiency with Microsoft Office applications, particularly Excel and PowerPoint.
• Knowledge of Sales & Operations Planning (S&OP) and Integrated Business Planning processes is a plus.
• Ability to travel up to 20%.
• Must be a U.S. citizen, U.S. national, lawful permanent resident, asylee, refugee, or otherwise eligible to obtain required U.S. export control authorization.

Responsibilities

• Develop and execute procurement strategies aligned with business objectives and growth initiatives.
• Lead, mentor, and develop procurement team members while fostering a high-performance culture.
• Provide expertise in global sourcing strategies and supply chain risk mitigation.
• Oversee all direct and indirect procurement activities, including materials, services, and capital equipment.
• Develop and maintain strong supplier partnerships through effective contract negotiation and performance management.
• Drive supplier performance across quality, cost, delivery, service, and innovation metrics.
• Implement proactive sourcing strategies to ensure continuity of supply and minimize risk.
• Cost Optimization & Performance: Analyze spending trends and identify opportunities for cost reduction and value creation.
• Establish, track, and report on procurement KPIs to support business decision-making.
• Lead continuous improvement initiatives across procurement processes, systems, and best practices.

Job description

Salary: USD140000 - USD150000 per year

Procurement Manager

Location: Newark, CA

About the Opportunity

We are seeking an experienced Procurement Manager to lead and optimize end-to-end procurement operations within a dynamic manufacturing environment. This role is responsible for developing sourcing strategies, managing supplier relationships, driving cost savings initiatives, and ensuring a reliable, cost-effective supply chain that supports business growth and operational excellence.

The ideal candidate is a strategic procurement leader with strong negotiation skills, supplier management expertise, and a proven ability to influence cross-functional teams while delivering measurable results.

Key Responsibilities

• Develop and execute procurement strategies aligned with business objectives and growth initiatives.
• Lead, mentor, and develop procurement team members while fostering a high-performance culture.
• Provide expertise in global sourcing strategies and supply chain risk mitigation.
• Oversee all direct and indirect procurement activities, including materials, services, and capital equipment.
• Develop and maintain strong supplier partnerships through effective contract negotiation and performance management.
• Drive supplier performance across quality, cost, delivery, service, and innovation metrics.
• Implement proactive sourcing strategies to ensure continuity of supply and minimize risk.

Cost Optimization & Performance

• Analyze spending trends and identify opportunities for cost reduction and value creation.
• Establish, track, and report on procurement KPIs to support business decision-making.
• Lead continuous improvement initiatives across procurement processes, systems, and best practices.

Cross-Functional Collaboration

• Partner with Operations, Supply Chain, Engineering, Finance, and Planning teams to support integrated business planning.
• Work collaboratively to optimize inventory levels and minimize operational disruptions.
• Serve as the primary liaison between procurement and internal stakeholders.

Compliance & Governance

• Ensure compliance with company policies, legal requirements, and ethical procurement standards.
• Oversee adherence to FAR/DFAR regulations and required reporting, including ISR submissions.
• Support supply chain and infrastructure improvement initiatives across the organization.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Business, Operations, Engineering, Supply Chain Management, or a related field, or equivalent experience.
• Significant procurement leadership experience within manufacturing, industrial, technology, or related environments.
• Strong contract negotiation, supplier management, and strategic sourcing experience.
• Proven success developing and implementing procurement strategies that deliver cost savings and operational improvements.
• Excellent analytical, problem-solving, and project management skills.
• Strong communication and stakeholder management abilities.
• Experience with ERP systems; SAP S/4HANA experience preferred.
• Advanced proficiency with Microsoft Office applications, particularly Excel and PowerPoint.
• Knowledge of Sales & Operations Planning (S&OP) and Integrated Business Planning processes is a plus.
• Ability to travel up to 20%.
• Must be a U.S. citizen, U.S. national, lawful permanent resident, asylee, refugee, or otherwise eligible to obtain required U.S. export control authorization.

Why Join Us?

• Lead a critical function that directly impacts business performance and growth.
• Collaborate with talented cross-functional teams in a fast-paced, innovative environment.
• Drive meaningful improvements across procurement, supplier performance, and supply chain operations.
• Opportunity to make a significant strategic and operational impact within the organization.