Procurement Manager

emeis Deutschland; Springfield (IL); On-site; USD 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health Care Plan

Retirement Plan

Paid Time Off

Disability Insurance

Training & Development

Work From Home

Wellness Resources

Job summary

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

You will develop procurement strategies, manage supplier performance, and partner cross-functionally to meet production requirements. This role emphasizes continuous improvement, inventory optimization, and ethical sourcing across manufacturing operations.

Qualifications

• 6+ years of procurement, purchasing, or supply chain experience in manufacturing.
• Bachelor's degree in business, supply chain, finance, or related field.
• Proven supplier negotiation and strategic supplier relationship experience.
• Experience leading and coaching employees or project teams.
• Experience with MRP/ERP systems and procurement planning.
• Strong knowledge of inventory management and production planning.
• Proven data analysis, trend identification, and strategic procurement skills.
• Excellent negotiation, communication, and relationship-building skills.
• Strong business acumen with cost-savings focus.

Responsibilities

• Lead supplier selection, contract negotiations, and ongoing performance management.
• Monitor supplier performance via KPIs and implement corrective actions.
• Identify and implement cost reduction initiatives while maintaining quality.
• Collaborate with Planning, Operations, Engineering, and Manufacturing to ensure material availability.
• Analyze purchasing trends, supplier performance, and market conditions to identify improvements and mitigate risks.
• Manage procurement activities to optimize inventory levels 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 sourcing standards.
• Provide leadership by coaching Buyers and building a high-performing procurement function.
• Drive continuous improvement to procurement processes and supplier performance.

Skills

Negotiation

Data analysis

Leadership

Communication

Cost savings

Inventory management

Excel proficiency

Education

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

Equivalent relevant experience

Tools

MRP/ERP systems

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