Strategic Procurement Lead: Supply Chain & Suppliers

Just In Time Staffing; Ohio; On-site; USD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

Just In Time Staffing is seeking an experienced Procurement Manager to lead strategic procurement, supplier management, and cross-functional collaboration in a manufacturing environment. The role emphasizes cost reduction, quality improvement, and risk mitigation while aligning with our commitment to high-quality supply chain operations.

The ideal candidate will have 5+ years in purchasing or procurement, strong negotiation skills, ERP system experience, and the ability to drive continuous

Qualifications

• Post-secondary education preferred.
• Minimum 5 years of purchasing or procurement experience in a manufacturing environment.
• Supervisory experience considered an asset.
• Minimum 5 years of ERP system experience.

Responsibilities

• Strategic procurement and supply chain management.
• Identify supply chain risks and mitigation strategies.
• Develop and execute procurement strategies to improve quality, reduce costs, and increase efficiency.
• Analyze procurement data and conduct spend analysis.
• Track KPIs to monitor supplier and cost performance.
• Source, evaluate and engage reliable suppliers and vendors.
• Negotiate pricing, delivery terms, and contracts to achieve optimal value.
• Build and maintain strong supplier relationships.
• Conduct regular supplier evaluations based on quality, performance, cost, and reliability.
• Perform quarterly site visits to key supplier facilities.
• Collaborate with Purchasing, Sales, Engineering, Quality, Customer Service, Warehouse, and Shipping/Receiving teams.
• Communicate and resolve supplier issues related to delivery, quality, pricing, or terms.
• Ensure procurement practices comply with regulations and standards.
• Monitor market trends, pricing, and supply conditions to anticipate material availability.
• Participate in trade shows and industry events to identify new sourcing opportunities.
• Drive continuous improvement initiatives within procurement processes.

Skills

Negotiation

Vendor management

Communication

Organizational skills

Analytical thinking

Education

Post-secondary education

Tools

Microsoft Office

ERP systems

Job description

Just In Time Staffing is seeking an experienced Procurement Manager to lead strategic procurement, supplier management, and cross-functional collaboration in a manufacturing environment. The role emphasizes cost reduction, quality improvement, and risk mitigation while aligning with our commitment to high-quality supply chain operations.

The ideal candidate will have 5+ years in purchasing or procurement, strong negotiation skills, ERP system experience, and the ability to drive continuous