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Our client is a leading manufacturer of high-quality steel products. With a commitment to innovation and excellence, they are looking for a skilled Procurement Manager with a background in metal commodities to join their team.
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Job Summary: The Procurement Manager will oversee the sourcing, negotiation, and procurement of raw materials, specifically steel and other metal commodities. The ideal candidate will have a deep understanding of the metals market, supplier management expertise, and strong negotiation skills to ensure cost-effective purchasing while maintaining high-quality standards.
What is most exciting about this role is that it is poised to become a Director within a year, overseeing the entire business and its new entities.
Key Responsibilities: Develop and implement strategic procurement plans for steel and other metal commodities to meet production requirements. Identify, evaluate, and manage relationships with suppliers, ensuring reliability, quality, and cost efficiency. Negotiate contracts and pricing agreements to secure favorable terms while mitigating supply chain risks. Monitor global metal/steel market trends, pricing fluctuations, and supply chain disruptions to make data-driven purchasing decisions. Collaborate with internal teams, including production, logistics, and finance, to align procurement strategies with business objectives. Ensure compliance with company policies, industry regulations, and sustainability initiatives in procurement practices. Analyze procurement performance metrics and continuously seek opportunities for cost savings and process improvements.
Qualifications & Requirements: Bachelor’s degree in Supply Chain Management, Business, Engineering, or a related field. Minimum of 5 years of experience in procurement, specifically in metal commodities (steel, aluminum, etc.). Strong negotiation and contract management skills with a proven track record of cost savings. Knowledge of global metal markets, pricing trends, and supplier networks. Experience working with ERP systems and procurement software. Excellent analytical, problem-solving, and decision-making abilities. Strong communication and interpersonal skills to manage supplier relationships effectively.
Increase your chances of an interview by reading the following overview of this role before making an application.
Job Summary: The Procurement Manager will oversee the sourcing, negotiation, and procurement of raw materials, specifically steel and other metal commodities. The ideal candidate will have a deep understanding of the metals market, supplier management expertise, and strong negotiation skills to ensure cost-effective purchasing while maintaining high-quality standards.
What is most exciting about this role is that it is poised to become a Director within a year, overseeing the entire business and its new entities.
Key Responsibilities: Develop and implement strategic procurement plans for steel and other metal commodities to meet production requirements. Identify, evaluate, and manage relationships with suppliers, ensuring reliability, quality, and cost efficiency. Negotiate contracts and pricing agreements to secure favorable terms while mitigating supply chain risks. Monitor global metal/steel market trends, pricing fluctuations, and supply chain disruptions to make data-driven purchasing decisions. Collaborate with internal teams, including production, logistics, and finance, to align procurement strategies with business objectives. Ensure compliance with company policies, industry regulations, and sustainability initiatives in procurement practices. Analyze procurement performance metrics and continuously seek opportunities for cost savings and process improvements.
Qualifications & Requirements: Bachelor’s degree in Supply Chain Management, Business, Engineering, or a related field. Minimum of 5 years of experience in procurement, specifically in metal commodities (steel, aluminum, etc.). Strong negotiation and contract management skills with a proven track record of cost savings. Knowledge of global metal markets, pricing trends, and supplier networks. Experience working with ERP systems and procurement software. Excellent analytical, problem-solving, and decision-making abilities. Strong communication and interpersonal skills to manage supplier relationships effectively.