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Procurement Manager
Minneapolis, MN
Sponsorship not specifiedDetected 15 days ago
NegotiationSupply ChainProcurementERPCommunicationCollaborationOrganizational SkillsConstruction Management
About the role
- Our client is a premier provider of custom mechanization solutions that bring complex structures and attractions to life across multiple industries.
- Serve as the primary liaison between our client and external suppliers to strengthen long-term partnerships.
- Evaluate, qualify, and onboard suppliers based on technical capability, quality standards, delivery performance, and overall risk.
Responsibilities
- This role is responsible for developing and managing a high-performing supplier network that supports custom engineering and manufacturing projects.
- The Procurement Manager partners with internal stakeholders and external vendors to secure quality materials and services while negotiating favorable commercial agreements, managing supplier performance, and minimizing procurement risks.
- Build, expand, and maintain strategic relationships with fabrication shops, machine shops, specialty manufacturers, and service providers.
- Negotiate pricing, lead times, payment terms, warranties, and commercial agreements.
- Support project teams by sourcing qualified suppliers, obtaining quotations, validating schedules, and identifying procurement risks.
- Demonstrated success building and managing supplier relationships.
- Strong negotiation skills involving pricing, lead times, and commercial terms.
- Strong organizational skills with the ability to manage multiple procurement activities simultaneously.
- Experience developing supplier networks and improving sourcing processes.
Requirements
- 5+ years of experience in procurement, purchasing, supply chain, sourcing, manufacturing, or a related field.
- Experience working with fabrication shops, machine shops, or custom manufacturing suppliers.
- Ability to interpret technical drawings, bills of material, specifications, and supplier quotations.
- Ability to thrive in a fast-paced custom engineering environment with changing priorities.
- Bachelor's degree in Supply Chain, Business, Engineering, Construction Management, or a related discipline.
- Experience procuring fabricated steel, machined components, weldments, mechanical assemblies, or custom-engineered products.
- Familiarity with purchase order terms, contracts, warranties, change orders, and supplier claims.
- Knowledge of quality systems, welding standards, material certifications, and supplier quality requirements.
- Experience using ERP/MRP systems, supplier scorecards, or procurement dashboards.
- Experience supporting project-based engineering, custom manufacturing, aerospace, themed entertainment, or complex mechanical systems.
Nice to have
- Preferred Requirements: Bachelor's degree in Supply Chain, Business, Engineering, Construction Management, or a related discipline.
Compensation
- Reasons to Apply: Competitive salary plus a comprehensive benefits package.
Benefits
- Competitive salary plus a comprehensive benefits package.
- Health coverage, retirement plans, and other company-sponsored perks.
- Generous paid time off, including holidays, to support work-life balance.
- Flexible schedules and work life balance.
Visa & Work Authorization
- Must qualify as a U.S. person under applicable export control regulations
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