Senior Procurement Strategist: Strategic Sourcing & Savings

MEISSNER FILTRATION PRODUCTS; Camarillo (CA); On-site; USD 115,000 - 151,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, Dental & Vision coverage with

HSA employer contributions

HQ onsite gym

Free EV charging stations

Employee discounts

401k and profit sharing

Company sponsored life insurance

Employee assistance program

Paid time off and holidays

Job summary

Meissner Filtration Products is seeking a Senior Procurement Strategist to shape sourcing strategies and drive supplier performance. Based at our Camarillo, CA headquarters, you will lead advanced negotiations and establish long-term supplier relationships that align with cost, quality, and delivery targets.

You will mentor junior staff, manage cross-functional initiatives, and contribute to organizational growth through proactive procurement execution and strategic sourcing initiatives.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree required in Business Administration, Supply Chain Management, or related field.
• 7+ years of progressive experience in procurement, supply chain, or a related field.
• Proven track record of managing complex purchasing activities, contracts, and supplier negotiations.
• Advanced knowledge of procurement strategies, contract management, and supplier evaluation.
• Proficiency in procurement and ERP software (e.g., D365, SAP, Oracle) and data analysis tools.
• Strong negotiation, analytical, and project management skills.
• Must have strong written and verbal communication skills in English.

Responsibilities

• Negotiate with vendors to achieve the most favorable pricing and terms.
• Analyze YOY vendor pricing to gain leverage on yearly pricing contracts.
• Lead the development and execution of procurement strategies for high-value, complex, and critical categories, ensuring alignment with organizational goals, risk mitigation, and total cost optimization.
• Draft commercial terms, scopes of work, and pricing schedules in supply and service agreements.
• Perform in-depth market analysis to identify emerging trends, supply chain risks, and sourcing opportunities that drive competitive advantage and inform strategic decision-making.
• Drive cross-functional initiatives to reduce costs, mitigate supply chain risks, and enhance vendor reliability and performance through strategic sourcing and continuous improvement efforts.
• Establish and maintain strong relationships with key suppliers, negotiating favorable terms and resolving performance issues.
• Identify, evaluate, and onboard new suppliers to meet organizational needs.

Skills

Negotiation

Analytical thinking

Project management

Supplier relationship management

Written and verbal communication

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Business Administration or Supply Chain

Tools

D365

SAP

Oracle

Job description

Meissner Filtration Products is seeking a Senior Procurement Strategist to shape sourcing strategies and drive supplier performance. Based at our Camarillo, CA headquarters, you will lead advanced negotiations and establish long-term supplier relationships that align with cost, quality, and delivery targets.

You will mentor junior staff, manage cross-functional initiatives, and contribute to organizational growth through proactive procurement execution and strategic sourcing initiatives.