Procurement Supervisor

Peyton Resource Group; Mountain Pass (CA); On-site; USD 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Job summary

Peyton Resource Group is hiring a Procurement Supervisor to lead purchasing operations for a heavy industrial environment in Mountain Pass, CA. You will supervise procurement professionals, manage the Procure-to-Pay cycle, and ensure ERP data integrity to support plant operations, maintenance, and capital projects.

The ideal candidate will have 5+ years in procurement, strong supplier negotiation skills, hands-on SAP/ERP experience, and a proven track record of cost reduction and process

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in a related field required.
• 5+ years in procurement, purchasing, project procurement, or supply chain.
• Experience in industrial/mining/refining/manufacturing environments preferred.
• 3+ years in direct supervisory or team leadership roles.
• Hands-on SAP/ERP and P2P process experience required.
• Strong cost analysis and supplier negotiation capabilities.
• Advanced proficiency with Excel, Word, PowerPoint.

Responsibilities

• Lead and supervise buyers and purchasing professionals; set priorities and performance expectations.
• Own end-to-end Procure-to-Pay processes, standardize PO processing and issue resolution.
• Develop supplier relationships, negotiate terms, reduce procurement risk.
• Identify opportunities to reduce costs while maintaining quality and delivery.
• Support plant operations, maintenance, and capital projects with procurement.
• Serve as SAP/ERP expert; ensure data integrity and system improvements.
• Drive continuous improvement and KPI tracking across procurement.

Skills

P2P processes

SAP/ERP

Supplier negotiations

Team leadership

Procurement analytics

Cost analysis

Education

Bachelor's degree in Supply Chain, Business, Logistics, or related field

Tools

SAP

ERP/MRP systems

Microsoft Excel

Job description

Procurement Supervisor Location: Mountain Pass, CA Position Type: Full-Time, Direct Hire Work Arrangement: On-Site

Position Overview

We are seeking a Procurement Supervisor to lead purchasing operations and provide day-to-day oversight of the Procure-to-Pay (P2P) process within a complex industrial environment. This position will supervise a team of procurement professionals while managing purchasing activities supporting plant operations, maintenance, engineering, and capital projects. The role will be responsible for supplier relationships, commercial negotiations, purchase order execution, procurement process compliance, and identifying opportunities to reduce total costs and improve purchasing efficiency. The ideal candidate is an experienced procurement leader who combines strong commercial and analytical skills with hands-on knowledge of SAP/ERP systems, industrial purchasing, supplier management, and P2P processes.

Key Responsibilities

Procurement Operations & Team Leadership

• Lead and supervise a team of buyers and purchasing professionals. Establish daily priorities, workload assignments, and performance expectations. Allocate procurement resources across operational, project, and category requirements. Coach, mentor, and develop team members to improve performance and professional capabilities. Monitor purchasing activity to ensure timely execution and appropriate follow-through. Maintain a visible, hands-on leadership presence within an active industrial environment. Promote accountability, urgency, collaboration, and continuous improvement across the procurement team.

Procure-to-Pay Management

• Own and continuously improve the end-to-end Procure-to-Pay process. Ensure purchase orders are created accurately and promptly to support operational requirements. Establish standards for purchase order processing, follow-up, expediting, and issue resolution. Monitor procurement transactions and identify delays, discrepancies, and process bottlenecks. Partner with Finance and other stakeholders to resolve purchasing and invoicing discrepancies. Maintain accurate procurement records and ensure ERP data integrity. Drive adherence to established procurement policies, procedures, and controls.

Supplier Management & Negotiations

• Develop and maintain strong relationships with key suppliers and strategic vendors. Negotiate pricing, commercial terms, lead times, delivery schedules, and other purchasing requirements. Evaluate supplier performance and address issues involving cost, quality, delivery, or service. Support supplier selection and sourcing activities. Identify opportunities to improve supplier performance and reduce procurement risk. Ensure supplier commitments align with operational and project requirements.

Cost Management & Commercial Analysis

• Identify opportunities to reduce procurement costs while maintaining quality, safety, and delivery requirements. Conduct cost-benefit and total lifecycle cost analyses for purchasing decisions. Evaluate supplier pricing and commercial proposals. Track documented procurement savings and cost avoidance. Analyze purchasing trends and spend data to identify opportunities for strategic sourcing. Provide leadership with data-driven recommendations related to procurement strategy and supplier decisions.

Industrial & Project Procurement Support

• Support procurement requirements for plant operations, maintenance, engineering, and capital projects. Coordinate purchasing activities associated with large-scale projects and facility expansion. Help identify and resolve procurement constraints that could impact production or project schedules. Work with technical stakeholders to understand specifications, delivery requirements, and commercial considerations. Ensure procurement activities support operational continuity and project timelines. Manage competing priorities in a fast-paced industrial environment.

SAP / ERP & Procurement Systems

• Serve as a key user and operational resource for SAP/ERP procurement processes. Maintain accurate purchasing and supplier information within the ERP environment. Monitor procurement transactions and ensure adherence to system processes. Leverage SAP data to evaluate purchasing activity, supplier performance, costs, and KPIs. Identify opportunities to improve procurement workflows through technology and automation. Partner with internal stakeholders to troubleshoot system or transaction issues.

Process Improvement & Digital Transformation

• Identify opportunities to improve procurement efficiency, speed, and transparency. Use data analytics and procurement technology to improve decision-making. Develop and monitor procurement KPIs. Identify repetitive or inefficient processes suitable for automation or standardization. Lead or participate in procurement transformation initiatives. Serve as a change leader when implementing new processes, systems, or tools. Apply continuous improvement principles to increase procurement effectiveness.

Cross-Functional Collaboration

• The procurement supervisor will work closely with: Operations, Maintenance, Engineering, Supply Chain, Finance, Capital Projects, Legal, External suppliers and service providers.
• The role requires the ability to balance commercial objectives with operational requirements while building strong working relationships across multiple departments.

Key Performance Areas

• Success in this position will be measured through performance in areas such as: Procurement cycle time Purchase order processing accuracy Supplier delivery performance Procurement savings and cost avoidance Supplier responsiveness P2P process compliance Procurement backlog reduction ERP data accuracy Team performance Procurement KPI improvement Internal customer satisfaction

Required Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Supply Chain, Business, Logistics, or a related field.
• 5+ years of progressive procurement, purchasing, project procurement, or supply chain experience.
• Experience working within an industrial, mining, refining, petrochemical, manufacturing, or similarly complex operating environment.
• 3+ years of direct supervisory or team leadership experience.
• Demonstrated experience managing purchasing professionals, buyers, procurement specialists, or expeditors.
• Experience leading a team of at least 3 employees;5+ preferred.
• Hands-on experience with SAP or another ERP/MRP system; SAP experience required.
• Strong knowledge of Procure-to-Pay processes.
• Understanding of commercial purchasing terms and supplier negotiations.
• Experience conducting cost analysis and evaluating total lifecycle costs.
• Advanced proficiency with Microsoft Office, particularly Excel, Word, and PowerPoint.
• Strong analytical, organizational, and problem-solving skills.

Preferred Qualifications

• Master's degree or MBA in Business Administration, Supply Chain Management, or a related discipline.
• CPSM certification or equivalent professional procurement certification.
• Experience supporting capital projects or major industrial expansions.
• Experience managing procurement in mining, chemical processing, refining, or heavy manufacturing environments.
• Experience with procurement analytics and spend analysis.
• Experience leading ERP or procurement technology implementations.
• Lean, Six Sigma, or other continuous improvement experience.

Ideal Candidate Profile

• Commercially minded and financially analytical
• Strong in supplier negotiations and relationship management
• Comfortable working directly with plant and operations teams
• Highly proficient with SAP and procurement systems
• Data-driven and KPI-focused
• An effective people leader and coach
• Comfortable managing ambiguity and competing priorities
• A strong cross-functional communicator
• Focused on continuous improvement
• Willing to get involved at the operational level rather than managing exclusively from a desk

Work Environment & Physical Requirements

• This position is based in an industrial manufacturing/mining environment and requires regular interaction with plant, warehouse, and outdoor operations.
• Exposure to extreme outdoor temperatures and weather conditions
• Exposure to industrial equipment and moving mechanical components
• Exposure to chemicals and airborne particles
• Exposure to electrical hazards
• Exposure to manufacturing and processing operations
• Exposure to areas requiring specialized PPE
• PPE required: safety footwear, hard hat, hearing protection, safety glasses, gloves, protective clothing, respiratory protection, and other required equipment.
• Ability to lift up to 50 pounds
• Ability to stand and walk for extended periods
• Ability to work in required PPE
• Ability to enter industrial and outdoor operating environments
• Ability to pass required respiratory fit testing
• Ability to perform occasional climbing, bending, kneeling, reaching, and similar physical activities