Strategic Procurement Manager (Manufacturing)

Summit Products, Inc; Altoona (IA); On-site; USD 85,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

Summit Products, Inc. seeks a Procurement Manager to oversee purchasing activities, supplier relationships, cost analysis, and material planning across our manufacturing operations to meet production needs and delivery schedules.

The ideal candidate is analytical, proactive, and detail-oriented, able to manage complex purchasing decisions, build strong supplier relationships, and balance immediate production needs with long-term procurement goals.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree or higher in business, supply chain, or related field.
• 5+ years of procurement experience in manufacturing environments.
• Strong negotiation and supplier-management skills.
• Excellent analytical and data interpretation abilities.

Responsibilities

• Oversee day-to-day purchasing activities and coordinate priorities with departments.
• Develop sourcing strategies that meet production needs, quality, and cost objectives.
• Source and purchase raw materials, components, and services.
• Lead supplier negotiations on pricing, delivery, and terms.
• Monitor open purchase orders and coordinate expediting when needed.
• Coordinate purchasing updates with engineering, production, and accounting.
• Prepare reports on open orders, supplier performance, and savings opportunities.

Skills

Negotiation

Supplier-management

Analytical thinking

Communication skills

Time management

Education

Bachelor’s degree in business, supply chain management, or related field

Tools

Microsoft Excel

ERP software

Job description

Summit Products, Inc. seeks a Procurement Manager to oversee purchasing activities, supplier relationships, cost analysis, and material planning across our manufacturing operations to meet production needs and delivery schedules.

The ideal candidate is analytical, proactive, and detail-oriented, able to manage complex purchasing decisions, build strong supplier relationships, and balance immediate production needs with long-term procurement goals.