Strategic Procurement Leader | Supply Chain Optimization

Ultimate Staffing Services; Newark (CA); On-site; USD 140,000 - 150,000; Full time

Job summary

Ultimate Staffing Services in Newark, CA is seeking an experienced Procurement Manager to lead end-to-end procurement operations. You will develop sourcing strategies, manage supplier relationships, and drive cost savings while ensuring a reliable, cost-effective supply chain in a dynamic manufacturing environment.

The ideal candidate will have strong negotiation skills, supplier management expertise, and a proven ability to influence cross-functional teams to deliver measurable results.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Business, Operations, Engineering, Supply Chain Management, or related field, or equivalent experience.
• Significant procurement leadership experience within manufacturing, industrial, technology, or related environments.
• Strong contract negotiation, supplier management, and strategic sourcing experience.
• Proven success developing and implementing procurement strategies that deliver cost savings and operational improvements.
• Excellent analytical, problem-solving, and project management skills.
• Strong communication and stakeholder management abilities.
• Experience with ERP systems; SAP S/4HANA experience preferred.
• Advanced proficiency with Microsoft Office applications, particularly Excel and PowerPoint.
• Knowledge of Sales & Operations Planning (S&OP) and Integrated Business Planning processes is a plus.
• Ability to travel up to 20%.
• Must be a U.S. citizen, U.S. national, lawful permanent resident, asylee, refugee, or otherwise eligible to obtain required U.S. export control authorization.

Responsibilities

• Develop and execute procurement strategies aligned with business objectives and growth initiatives.
• Lead, mentor, and develop procurement team members while fostering a high-performance culture.
• Provide expertise in global sourcing strategies and supply chain risk mitigation.
• Oversee all direct and indirect procurement activities, including materials, services, and capital equipment.
• Develop and maintain strong supplier partnerships through effective contract negotiation and performance management.
• Drive supplier performance across quality, cost, delivery, service, and innovation metrics.
• Implement proactive sourcing strategies to ensure continuity of supply and minimize risk.
• Cost Optimization & Performance: Analyze spending trends and identify opportunities for cost reduction and value creation.
• Establish, track, and report on procurement KPIs to support business decision-making.
• Lead continuous improvement initiatives across procurement processes, systems, and best practices.

Job description

Ultimate Staffing Services in Newark, CA is seeking an experienced Procurement Manager to lead end-to-end procurement operations. You will develop sourcing strategies, manage supplier relationships, and drive cost savings while ensuring a reliable, cost-effective supply chain in a dynamic manufacturing environment.

The ideal candidate will have strong negotiation skills, supplier management expertise, and a proven ability to influence cross-functional teams to deliver measurable results.