Strategic Procurement Leader – Mining & Heavy Industry

Mesabi Metallics Company LLC; Nashwauk (MN); On-site; USD 129,000 - 154,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health Insurance

401(k) with company match

Paid Time Off (PTO)

Job summary

Mesabi Metallics Company LLC is seeking a Procurement Manager to build and lead a disciplined procurement function supporting construction, commissioning and ongoing mining operations in Minnesota. You will act as the principal commercial partner to GMs, presenting bids with total cost of ownership and favorable terms.

The role requires a track record of negotiating high-value contracts, developing sourcing strategies, and partnering with Finance to drive cost efficiencies while maintaining

Qualifications

• 7+ or more years in manufacturing or heavy industry procurement or sourcing.
• Proven ability to lead and develop procurement teams.
• Strong negotiation and contract management experience with high-value agreements.
• Experience with ERP/e-procurement systems (SAP/Oracle) and data analysis.

Responsibilities

• Lead procurement team and serve as the commercial partner to GMs/Dept Head.
• Develop category strategies and manage RFQ/RFP processes for major spend.
• Draft and manage contracts, supplier onboarding, and scorecards.
• Monitor spend, savings, and risk, ensuring compliance with policies.

Skills

Leadership

Business partnership

Commercial acumen

Negotiation

Integrity

Communication

Safety mindset

Tools

SAP

Oracle

Job description

Mesabi Metallics Company LLC is seeking a Procurement Manager to build and lead a disciplined procurement function supporting construction, commissioning and ongoing mining operations in Minnesota. You will act as the principal commercial partner to GMs, presenting bids with total cost of ownership and favorable terms.

The role requires a track record of negotiating high-value contracts, developing sourcing strategies, and partnering with Finance to drive cost efficiencies while maintaining