Sr. Capital Purchasing Manager - Indirect Purchasing

PACCAR; Washington (District of Columbia); On-site; USD 104,000 - 163,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401k with up to a 5% company match

Fully funded pension plan

Employee Stock Purchase Plan (ESPP)

Comprehensive paid time off

Tuition reimbursement

Medical, dental, and vision plans

Flexible spending accounts (FSA) and H

Disability insurance

Life insurance

EAP wellness programs

Job summary

PACCAR is seeking a Sr. Capital Purchasing Manager - Indirect Purchasing to lead strategic sourcing and contracting for capital equipment, facilities expansions, and major construction projects.

You will collaborate with engineering, operations, facilities and project management teams to ensure technical and commercial requirements are met and project objectives are achieved. The role requires proven negotiation and leadership, 7+ years in purchasing or related fields, and the ability to travel

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Business Administration, Supply Chain Management, Finance, or related field.
• 7+ years of purchasing, supply chain, production materials management, sales, or related experience.
• Experience with associated commodities.
• Supervisory experience including demonstrated leadership to accomplish corporate objectives.
• Proven negotiation and strong analytical skills.
• Project Team participation and / or Project Management.
• Able to travel (domestic and international).

Responsibilities

• Manage all aspects of PACCAR's strategic relationships with capital equipment manufacturers, engineering firms, general contractors, and construction service providers.
• Lead sourcing, negotiation, and contract administration activities for capital equipment acquisitions, facility expansions, construction projects, and infrastructure investments, including supplier identification, qualification, development, and commercial negotiations.
• Partner with engineering, operations, facilities, and project management teams to ensure commercial and technical requirements are achieved, including equipment reliability, performance, quality, capacity, safety, technology, and total cost of ownership.
• Collaborate with cross-functional project teams and suppliers during the design, engineering, procurement, and construction phases to support successful project execution and operational readiness.
• Develop and execute competitive bidding strategies, market tests, RFQs/RFPs, and supplier selection activities to maximize value, minimize risk, and achieve project objectives.
• Negotiate and administer capital equipment purchase agreements, master construction agreements, engineering services contracts, and other project-related commercial agreements.
• Establish sourcing strategies that drive supplier performance, improve quality, reduce costs, mitigate risk, and enhance project delivery outcomes.
• Analyze industry trends, construction markets, and emerging technologies to identify innovative solutions that improve manufacturing operations, facility performance, and project economics.
• Conduct supplier site visits and travel to PACCAR facilities to monitor project progress, verify supplier capabilities, ensure compliance with contractual obligations, and assess production or construction readiness.
• Manage contract changes, commercial claims, scope modifications, schedules, and supplier performance throughout the project lifecycle.
• Ensure compliance with corporate policies, legal requirements, safety standards, and procurement best practices while supporting capital investment objectives.
• Communicate, influence, and deliver formal presentations to suppliers, project teams, executives, and PACCAR leadership at all organizational levels regarding sourcing strategies, project status, commercial risks, and contract outcomes.

Skills

Negotiation skills

Analytical skills

Leadership

Project management

Travel readiness

Education

Bachelor's degree in Business Administration, Supply Chain Management, Finance, or related field

Job description

Sr. Capital Purchasing Manager - Indirect Purchasing

COMPANY INFORMATION

PACCAR is a Fortune 500 company established in 1905. PACCAR Inc is recognized as a global leader in the commercial vehicle, financial, and customer service fields with internationally recognized brands such as Kenworth, Peterbilt, and DAF trucks. PACCAR is a global technology leader in the design, manufacture and customer support of premium light-, medium- and heavy-duty trucks under the Kenworth, Peterbilt and DAF nameplates and also provides customized financial services, information technology and truck parts related to its principal business.Whether you want to design the transportation technology of tomorrow, support the staff functions of a dynamic, international leader, or build our excellent products and services, you can develop the career you desire with PACCAR. Get started!

JOB FUNCTIONS/RESPONSIBILITIES

• Manage all aspects of PACCAR's strategic relationships with capital equipment manufacturers, engineering firms, general contractors, and construction service providers.
• Lead sourcing, negotiation, and contract administration activities for capital equipment acquisitions, facility expansions, construction projects, and infrastructure investments, including supplier identification, qualification, development, and commercial negotiations.
• Partner with engineering, operations, facilities, and project management teams to ensure commercial and technical requirements are achieved, including equipment reliability, performance, quality, capacity, safety, technology, and total cost of ownership.
• Collaborate with cross-functional project teams and suppliers during the design, engineering, procurement, and construction phases to support successful project execution and operational readiness.
• Develop and execute competitive bidding strategies, market tests, RFQs/RFPs, and supplier selection activities to maximize value, minimize risk, and achieve project objectives.
• Negotiate and administer capital equipment purchase agreements, master construction agreements, engineering services contracts, and other project-related commercial agreements.
• Establish sourcing strategies that drive supplier performance, improve quality, reduce costs, mitigate risk, and enhance project delivery outcomes.
• Analyze industry trends, construction markets, and emerging technologies to identify innovative solutions that improve manufacturing operations, facility performance, and project economics.
• Conduct supplier site visits and travel to PACCAR facilities to monitor project progress, verify supplier capabilities, ensure compliance with contractual obligations, and assess production or construction readiness.
• Manage contract changes, commercial claims, scope modifications, schedules, and supplier performance throughout the project lifecycle.
• Ensure compliance with corporate policies, legal requirements, safety standards, and procurement best practices while supporting capital investment objectives.
• Communicate, influence, and deliver formal presentations to suppliers, project teams, executives, and PACCAR leadership at all organizational levels regarding sourcing strategies, project status, commercial risks, and contract outcomes.

REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS

• Bachelor's Degree in Business Administration, Supply Chain Management, Finance, or related field
• 7+ years of purchasing, supply chain, production materials management, sales, or related experience.
• Experience with associated commodities.
• Supervisory experience including demonstrated leadership to accomplish corporate objectives.
• Proven negotiation and strong analytical skills
• Project Team participation and / or Project Management.
• Able to travel (domestic and international)

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS

• Master's Degree preferred (e.g.: MS, MBA)
• International business and best cost country sourcing experience preferred

BENEFITSAs a U.S. PACCAR employee, you have a full range of benefit options including:

• 401k with up to a 5% company match
• Fully funded pension plan that provides monthly benefits after retirement
• Employee Stock Purchase Plan (ESPP)
• Comprehensive paid time off - minimum of 10 paid vacation days (additional days are provided with additional seniority/years of service), 12 paid holidays, and sick time
• Tuition reimbursement for continued education
• Medical, dental, and vision plans for you and your family
• Flexible spending accounts (FSA) and health savings account (HSA)
• Paid short-and long-term disability programs
• Life and accidental death and dismemberment insurance
• EAP services including wellness plans, estate planning, financial counseling and more

ADDITIONAL JOB INFORMATION

PACCAR is an E-Verify and Equal Opportunity Employer/Protected Veteran/Disability. At PACCAR, we value talent and promote growth and development. We carefully consider numerous compensation factors including your education, training, or experience. The salary range for Sr. Capital Purchasing Manager - Indirect Purchasing is $104,100-$162,900 annually. Additionally, this role is eligible for the full range of benefit options listed above.