Procurement Project Manager

Flender; Elgin, Northern (IL, KY); Hybrid; USD 85,000 - 110,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid Time Off (18 Days)

Paid Holidays

Tuition Reimbursement

Medical, Dental, Vision

Flexible Spending Account

Health Savings Account

401k (6% Employer Match)

Employee Assistance Program

Job summary

Flender is seeking a Procurement Project Manager in Elgin, IL to lead end-to-end project-based procurement. You will coordinate suppliers, logistics, and cross-functional teams, act as the main customer-facing liaison, and drive on-time delivery while mitigating risks.

The role requires a Bachelor’s degree in a related field (or 5+ years in project procurement), strong procurement and supplier-management knowledge, and excellent communication and planning skills. Competitive benefits offered.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Supply Chain Management, Business Administration, Operations Management, or 5+ years related experience in project management supporting procurement, supply chain, and operations.
• Experience with suppliers, manufacturers, freight providers, and internal stakeholders on customer-facing projects.

Responsibilities

• Owns end-to-end execution of project-based purchase orders from placement through delivery and goods receipt.
• Coordinates suppliers, logistics providers, and cross-functional teams to ensure on-time project execution.
• Provides leadership with clear delivery plans, project status, and proactive risk identification and mitigation.
• Serves as the primary procurement interface for customer project execution, including delivery updates and issue resolution.
• Drives accountability across the supply chain to improve delivery performance and customer satisfaction.
• Supports additional procurement activities as assigned.

Skills

Procurement knowledge

Supply chain operations

Supplier management

Project management

Stakeholder management

Negotiation

Excel / ERP systems

Microsoft Project / Smartsheet

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Supply Chain Management

Business Administration / Operations Management (related)

5+ years project procurement experience

Tools

Microsoft Excel

ERP systems

Microsoft Project

Smartsheet

Job description

Procurement Project Manager Company Description Flender is a leading global supplier for mechanical drive systems and has the reputation for highest performance, innovation, quality, and reliability of mechanical components for 125 years. We're now hiring a talented Procurement Project Manager for our team in Elgin, IL on a full-time basis. If you're eager for your next challenge, Flender is a great place to grow your career. For more information on Flender, please see website: www.flender.com

Equal Employment Opportunity Statement

Flender is an Equal Opportunity and affirmativ e Action Employer encouraging diversity in the workplace. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to their race, color, creed, religion, ancestry, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, marital status, family responsibilities, pregnancy, genetic information, protected veteran or military status, other categories protected by federal, state, or local law, and regardless of whether the qualified applicants are individuals with disabilities.

Position Overview:

This role manages end-to-end execution of project-based procurement and supply chain activities. This role serves as the primary liaison between suppliers, logistics providers, cross-functional teams, and customers, providing proactive communication, resolving delivery challenges, and mitigating supply chain risks. The ideal candidate is a highly organized, customer-focused professional who thrives in a fast-paced environment, drives supplier accountability, and delivers exceptional project execution to support business and customer success.

Key Responsibilities:

• Owns end-to-end execution of project-based purchase orders from placement through delivery and goods receipt.
• Coordinates suppliers, logistics providers, and cross-functional teams to ensure on-time project execution.
• Provides leadership with clear delivery plans, project status, and proactive risk identification and mitigation.
• Serves as the primary procurement interface for customer project execution, including delivery updates and issue resolution.
• Drives accountability across the supply chain to improve delivery performance and customer satisfaction.
• Supports additional procurement activities as assigned.

Required Qualifications:

• Experience Bachelor’s degree in Supply Chain Management, Business Administration, Operations Management, or 5+ years related experience in project management supporting procurement, supply chain, and operations.
• Proven experience working with suppliers, manufacturers, freight providers, and internal stakeholders, supporting customer-facing projects.

Required Knowledge & Skills:

• Strong knowledge of procurement, supply chain operations, supplier management, inventory planning, logistics, and contract administration.
• Proven project management skills with the ability to coordinate multiple priorities, manage schedules, track milestones, and mitigate project risks.
• Excellent communication, negotiation, and stakeholder management skills, with the ability to influence cross-functional teams and suppliers without direct authority.
• Strong analytical, problem-solving, and decision-making abilities, with a demonstrated sense of ownership, accountability, and attention to detail.
• Customer-focused mindset with a commitment to driving operational excellence, on-time delivery, and continuous process improvement.
• Advanced proficiency in Microsoft Excel, ERP/procurement systems, project management software, and scheduling tools such as Microsoft Project or Smartsheet.

Flender Benefits:

• Paid Time Off (18 Days)
• Paid Holidays
• Tuition Reimbursement
• Medical, Dental, Vision, Life Insurance
• Flexible Spending Account
• Health Savings Account
• 401k (6% Employer Match)
• Employee Assistance Program

Your contact person(s) for this job posting is/are: AnnMarie Day

Equal Employment Opportunity Statement

Flender is an Equal Opportunity and Affiliation Employer encouraging diversity in the workplace. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to their race, color, creed, religion, national origin, citizenship status, ancestry, sex, age, physical or mental disability unrelated to ability, marital status, family responsibilities, pregnancy, genetic information, sexual orientation, gender expression, gender identity, transgender, sex stereotyping, order of protection status, protected veteran or military status, or an unfavorable discharge from military service, and other categories protected by federal, state or local law.

Flender

Flender is a leading international manufacturer of mechanical and electrical drive systems, supplying the highest quality, performance, and innovation for 125 years. The two product brands "Flender" and "Winergy" offer a wide range of gear units, couplings, generators, and associated services, focusing on key industries such as wind energy, cement, raw material processing, gas, power generation, water and wastewater, marine, cranes, and conveyor technology. With efficient drive solutions and a strong CSR focus, Flender is the partner of choice for a sustainable future. The renowned sustainability rating by EcoVadis ranks Flender among the top 1 percent of the most sustainable companies worldwide. Flender employs approximately 9,000 people globally. The company is headquartered in Bocholt, Germany. For more information, visit www.flender.com.