Procurement Manager (Remote)

ZipRecruiter; Whitmore Lake (MI); Remote; USD 80,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading recruitment service is looking for a Procurement Manager to oversee its procurement operations remotely. The role involves managing supplier relationships, negotiating contracts, and ensuring cost-effective sourcing of supplies. Ideal candidates will have a Bachelor’s degree in Business or Supply Chain Management and at least 5 years of managerial experience in procurement. This position offers flexibility and the opportunity to shape procurement strategies in a growing organization.

Benefits

Health, dental, and vision insurance

401(k) with company match

Paid time off

Professional development opportunities

Fully remote work with flexible location

Qualifications

• Minimum 5 years of procurement or purchasing managerial experience, preferably in technical or service-oriented settings.
• Familiarity with procurement software and systems.
• Thrives in a remote-first environment and can autonomously manage priorities.

Responsibilities

• Develop and administer procurement policies and procedures.
• Source, evaluate, and manage suppliers for competitive pricing.
• Negotiate contracts and purchase orders, focusing on price and terms.
• Collaborate with internal stakeholders to forecast supply needs.
• Maintain accurate purchasing records in procurement systems.
• Monitor and improve supplier performance metrics.
• Analyze spending trends for cost-saving opportunities.
• Ensure compliance with internal policies and regulations.

Skills

Exceptional negotiation skills

Strong analytical abilities

Organizational capabilities

Communication skills

Education

Bachelor's degree in Business or Supply Chain Management

CPSM or similar procurement certification

Tools

Procurement software

Job description

Job DescriptionJob DescriptionPosition Title: Procurement Manager
Location: Remote — United States
Reports To: VP, Controller
Employment Type: Full-Time, Exempt

Position Summary

The Procurement Manager will oversee procurement operations across our organization, ensuring the timely, cost-effective sourcing of supplies, equipment, and services. You’ll strategically manage supplier relationships, negotiate contracts, and align sourcing decisions with operational and financial goals. This remote role requires strong cross-functional collaboration, exceptional negotiation skills, and a keen eye for process optimization.

Key Responsibilities

• Develop and administer procurement policies and procedures to support operational efficiencies.
• Source, evaluate, and manage suppliers, ensuring competitive pricing, quality, and timely delivery.
• Negotiate contracts and purchase orders, including price, terms, volume discounts, and delivery.
• Collaborate with internal stakeholders (e.g., Operations, Finance, Service, QA) to forecast and fulfill supply needs.
• Maintain accurate purchasing records and reports in procurement systems.
• Monitor and improve supplier performance metrics (delivery, quality, cost control).
• Analyze spending trends and identify cost-saving or process improvement opportunities.
• Ensure compliance with internal policies and any relevant regulatory requirements.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Business, Supply Chain Management, or related field; CPSM or similar procurement certification .
• Minimum 5 years of procurement or purchasing managerial experience, preferably in technical or service-oriented settings.
• Familiarity with procurement software and systems.
• Exceptional negotiation and contracting skills.
• Strong analytical, organizational, and communication capabilities.
• Thrives in a remote-first environment and can autonomously manage priorities.

Benefits

• Fully remote work with flexible location
• Health, dental, and vision insurance
• 401(k) with company match
• Paid time off and professional development opportunities
• Opportunity to shape procurement strategy in a growing organization