Procurement Manager

Laitram

New Orleans, LA, United States
On-site
Strategic sourcing and category management
Supplier negotiation and cost reduction
Supply chain process standardization
Lead the transformation of the procurement function into a more strategic, best-in-class organization

Job Summary

  • Lead the transformation of the procurement function into a more strategic, best-in-class organization.
  • Partner closely with manufacturing, engineering, service, planning, and operations to align procurement with business priorities.
  • Strengthen supplier performance across cost, quality, delivery, and responsiveness through scorecards, reviews, and corrective actions.

Matching Summary

Lead the transformation of the procurement function into a more strategic, best-in-class organization.

Skills & Requirements

Must-have

  • Strategic sourcing and category management
  • Supplier negotiation and cost reduction
  • Supply chain process standardization
  • Team leadership and talent development
  • ERP systems and data analytics

Nice-to-have

  • Global sourcing experience
  • Service parts supply chain expertise
  • Inventory optimization best practices

Key Requirements

  • 15+ years of experience in procurement, sourcing, or supply chain
  • 7+ years of experience leading procurement teams or functions
  • Experience transforming procurement processes
  • Proven track record of delivering cost savings
  • Strong leadership and cross-functional influence skills

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