Strategic Procurement Leader - Defense & Maritime

Saronic Technologies Inc.; Louisiana; On-site; USD 120,000 - 180,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical Insurance

Dental and Vision Insurance

Time Off and Holidays

Parental Leave

Competitive Salary

401(k) Retirement Plan

Stock Options

Life and Disability Insurance

Pet Insurance

Free lunch and snacks

Job summary

Saronic Technologies Inc. is seeking a Senior Manager of Procurement to lead direct and indirect sourcing across multiple sites, ensuring timely delivery of materials for autonomous maritime systems.

You will build teams, onboard reliable suppliers, and negotiate contracts while driving cost efficiency and compliance with defense regulations. You will guide data-driven decisions, manage risks, and collaborate with engineering, production, and logistics to support program goals and schedules.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in manufacturing, industrial engineering, operations, supply chain, or related field preferred (or equivalent experience).
• 5+ years of procurement and supplier management experience, ideally in defense or maritime industries.
• Prior management experience leading teams of 10+ people.
• Strong understanding of manufacturing flow, constraints, and execution tradeoffs.
• Ability to prioritize under pressure and manage competing demands.
• Excellent problem-solving, communication, and organizational skills.
• Strong negotiation and communication skills with suppliers.
• Familiarity with government procurement regulations (FAR, DFAR) is a plus.
• Proficiency in procurement software and tools.

Responsibilities

• Supplier Management: Build and maintain supplier relationships meeting quality, cost, and delivery targets.
• Sourcing: Identify, evaluate, and select suppliers to diversify the base.
• Negotiation: Negotiate terms, pricing, and contracts for cost-effective, quality agreements.
• Cost Analysis: Perform cost analyses and benchmarking to identify savings opportunities.
• Risk Management: Identify supply risks and develop mitigation strategies.
• Compliance: Ensure procurement activities comply with government regulations and industry standards, especially defense contracts.
• Collaboration: Work with engineering, production, and logistics to align goals and timelines.
• Continuous Improvement: Implement process improvements to enhance efficiency.

Skills

Negotiation

Leadership

Communication

Problem-solving

Education

Bachelor’s degree in manufacturing/industrial engineering/operations/supply chain

Tools

Procurement software

Job description

Saronic Technologies Inc. is seeking a Senior Manager of Procurement to lead direct and indirect sourcing across multiple sites, ensuring timely delivery of materials for autonomous maritime systems.

You will build teams, onboard reliable suppliers, and negotiate contracts while driving cost efficiency and compliance with defense regulations. You will guide data-driven decisions, manage risks, and collaborate with engineering, production, and logistics to support program goals and schedules.