Procurement Manager - CapEx (On-Site)

Lee Kum Kee; Newnan (GA); On-site; USD 100,000 - 145,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, Dental, and Life Insurance

401(k) Retirement Plan

Ten paid holidays

Five sick days

Birthday time off

Job summary

Lee Kum Kee in Georgia is seeking a driven CapEx Procurement Manager to lead end-to-end procurement for production equipment and related projects. You will partner with the Global CapEx team and internal stakeholders to deliver value with urgency and regulatory compliance.

The role emphasizes cost reduction, supplier management, and strategic sourcing across capital investments, with opportunities to travel domestically and internationally.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in engineering, supply chain/operations management, finance, economics, or related field.
• 10+ years of procurement, engineering, or related experience.
• 7+ years direct CapEx procurement experience.
• Deep knowledge of procurement systems and CapEx/MRO sourcing (international).
• Proven ability to negotiate high-value contracts and communicate risk.
• Strong project management skills in fast-paced environments.
• Analytical mindset with ability to solve complex problems.
• Excellent written and verbal communication; bilingual a plus.
• Willingness to travel domestically and internationally.

Responsibilities

• Develop and execute CapEx category sourcing strategies for cost savings and quality.
• Lead full procurement lifecycle—from RFI/RFQ/RFP to PO and supplier management.
• Collaborate with Operations, Engineering, QA, and Sales on capital investments.
• Build supplier and market intelligence for innovation and competitiveness.
• Negotiate multi-year contracts with risk identification and mitigation.
• Manage KPIs and report savings in procurement finance alignment.
• Apply total cost of ownership analysis across project lifecycles.
• Engage stakeholders early to ensure on-time delivery within regulations.
• Deliver high service levels to internal partners and suppliers.

Skills

Analytical mindset

Project management

Negotiation

Communication

Travel willingness

CapEx procurement

Bilingual proficiency (plus)

Education

Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Supply Chain/Operations Management, Finance, Economics, or related field

Job description

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5M3 Newnan, GA, US

3 days ago Requisition ID: 3006

Salary Range: $100,000.00 To $145,000.00 Annually

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BENEFITS

• Medical, Dental, and Life Insurance coverage
• 401(k) Retirement Plan through Principal
• Ten (10) Paid Holidays
• Five (5) Sick Days
• Annual (1 Day) Birthday Time Off

POSITION SUMMARY

We are looking for a driven and collaborative CapEx Procurement Manager to join our team in Georgia. In this role, you will develop and execute sourcing strategies that support business growth, drive cost reduction, and create value across Capital Expenditure projects — including end-to-end procurement for production equipment and local engineering construction and renovation projects. You will work closely with our Global CapEx team and internal stakeholders to deliver results with a sense of urgency, entrepreneurial spirit, and a commitment to compliance with local regulations.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS

• Develop and execute CapEx category sourcing strategies that drive cost savings, ensure supply continuity, and deliver quality outcomes.
• Lead the full procurement lifecycle — from RFI/RFQ/RFP through PO creation, invoice resolution, and supplier relationship management.
• Partner cross-functionally with Operations, Engineering, QA, and Sales to support the successful planning and execution of capital investments.
• Build and leverage supplier and market intelligence as a source of innovation and competitive advantage.
• Negotiate and manage multi-year contracts, with a strong command of contract structures, risk identification, and mitigation strategies.
• Manage functional KPIs and report savings in alignment with procurement finance.
• Apply Total Cost of Ownership (TCO) analysis throughout the CapEx project lifecycle.
• Lead proactive stakeholder engagement, early-stage risk identification, and cross-functional team coordination to ensure on-time project delivery in compliance with local regulations.
• Deliver a high level of service to both internal partners and external suppliers.

QUALIFICATIONS

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential function satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

REQUIRED EDUCATION, SKILLS and EXPERIENCES

• Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Supply Chain/Operations Management, Finance, Economics, or a related field.
• 10+ years of experience in procurement, engineering, or a related discipline.
• 7+ years of direct experience in Capital Expenditure (CapEx) procurement.
• Deep knowledge of procurement systems and CapEx/MRO sourcing, including international equipment procurement (import and export).
• Proven ability to negotiate complex, high-value contracts and clearly communicate risk to business stakeholders.
• Strong project management skills with a track record of driving initiatives to completion in fast-paced, evolving environments.
• Analytical mindset with the ability to quickly assess and solve complex problems.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills; bilingual proficiency is a plus.
• Comfort operating independently and cross-functionally, with an entrepreneurial and solutions-oriented approach.
• Willingness to travel domestically and internationally as needed.

ABOUT THE COMPANY

Founded in 1888, Lee Kum Kee, a Hong Kong-based global food company, specializes in creating condiments and sauces that promote Chinese cuisine worldwide. With more than 300 products to choose from, Lee Kum Kee takes the mystery out of cooking authentic and delicious Asian foods in the comfort of your kitchen. Lee Kum Kee is committed to providing authentic and innovative condiments and sauces featuring the highest quality ingredients. Armed with a unique management culture, stringent quality control, superb and innovative products, coupled with the century long brand reputation, Lee Kum Kee has achieved unanimous recognition and won numerous prestigious awards.

It is Lee Kum Kee’s policy to seek and employ the most qualified persons in all jobs in a manner which will ensure equal employment opportunity as well as administer personnel actions in a manner as to not discriminate against any person on the basis of race, color, religion, national origin, age, sex, sexual orientation, disability or protected veteran status. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.