Overhead Door Corporation
Position Summary
We are seeking a results‑driven
Procurement Manager
to lead sourcing and procurement operations in a high‑volume industrial manufacturing environment. This role is critical to ensuring a reliable supply of essential production and maintenance materials — including steel, aluminum, fasteners, bolts, nuts, foam insulation, chemicals, paper laminates, and maintenance solvents. The Procurement Manager will oversee a team of four buyers and procurement professionals, develop and maintain supplier relationships, and work within multiple MRP systems (MXP, JD Edwards, and Oracle). A sharp eye for detail, a commitment to safety, and a strategic focus on cost control and supply chain resilience are key to success in this role.
Responsibilities
Lead the procurement of high‑volume commodities such as metals, fasteners, insulation materials, industrial chemicals, paper laminates, and solvents used in maintenance.
Supervise, coach, and support a team of four buyers and procurement specialists to meet department goals.
Establish and maintain strong relationships with suppliers; qualify and onboard vendors to support long‑term agreements.
Maintain continuity of supply by developing and managing both primary and secondary sources for critical materials.
Negotiate pricing, delivery, and service terms with vendors to achieve cost savings and ensure timely supply.
Collaborate cross‑functionally with manufacturing, maintenance, operations, and safety teams to forecast demand and align procurement activities with business needs.
Operate effectively across multiple MRP/ERP systems—including MXP, JD Edwards, and Oracle—to manage procurement data and reporting.
Ensure all procurement activities align with plant safety protocols and contribute to a culture of safety awareness.
Analyze market trends, material cost fluctuations, and supply risks to proactively drive sourcing decisions.
Maintain accurate records, contract documentation, KPIs, and compliance reports for internal and external stakeholders.
Qualifications
Bachelor’s degree in Supply Chain Management, Business, or a related field. APICS, ISM, or similar certification is a plus.
5+ years of procurement experience in an industrial or manufacturing environment with direct commodity purchasing experience.
Prior leadership experience managing procurement teams with proven results.
Strong knowledge of sourcing and purchasing metals, industrial chemicals, adhesives/laminates, and MRO supplies.
Proficiency in using ERP systems; experience with MXP, JD Edwards, and Oracle strongly preferred.
Strong negotiation, vendor management, and contract administration skills.
Highly organized, detail-oriented, and driven by continuous improvement and cost‑saving initiatives.
Demonstrated commitment to safety and compliance in an industrial setting.
Why Join Us This is an exciting opportunity to make a significant impact within a fast‑paced, essential operation. You will shape our procurement strategy while working with a committed team in a safety‑first, quality‑driven environment.
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Procurement Manager
to lead sourcing and procurement operations in a high‑volume industrial manufacturing environment. This role is critical to ensuring a reliable supply of essential production and maintenance materials — including steel, aluminum, fasteners, bolts, nuts, foam insulation, chemicals, paper laminates, and maintenance solvents. The Procurement Manager will oversee a team of four buyers and procurement professionals, develop and maintain supplier relationships, and work within multiple MRP systems (MXP, JD Edwards, and Oracle). A sharp eye for detail, a commitment to safety, and a strategic focus on cost control and supply chain resilience are key to success in this role.
Responsibilities
Lead the procurement of high‑volume commodities such as metals, fasteners, insulation materials, industrial chemicals, paper laminates, and solvents used in maintenance.
Supervise, coach, and support a team of four buyers and procurement specialists to meet department goals.
Establish and maintain strong relationships with suppliers; qualify and onboard vendors to support long‑term agreements.
Maintain continuity of supply by developing and managing both primary and secondary sources for critical materials.
Negotiate pricing, delivery, and service terms with vendors to achieve cost savings and ensure timely supply.
Collaborate cross‑functionally with manufacturing, maintenance, operations, and safety teams to forecast demand and align procurement activities with business needs.
Operate effectively across multiple MRP/ERP systems—including MXP, JD Edwards, and Oracle—to manage procurement data and reporting.
Ensure all procurement activities align with plant safety protocols and contribute to a culture of safety awareness.
Analyze market trends, material cost fluctuations, and supply risks to proactively drive sourcing decisions.
Maintain accurate records, contract documentation, KPIs, and compliance reports for internal and external stakeholders.
Qualifications
Bachelor’s degree in Supply Chain Management, Business, or a related field. APICS, ISM, or similar certification is a plus.
5+ years of procurement experience in an industrial or manufacturing environment with direct commodity purchasing experience.
Prior leadership experience managing procurement teams with proven results.
Strong knowledge of sourcing and purchasing metals, industrial chemicals, adhesives/laminates, and MRO supplies.
Proficiency in using ERP systems; experience with MXP, JD Edwards, and Oracle strongly preferred.
Strong negotiation, vendor management, and contract administration skills.
Highly organized, detail-oriented, and driven by continuous improvement and cost‑saving initiatives.
Demonstrated commitment to safety and compliance in an industrial setting.
Why Join Us This is an exciting opportunity to make a significant impact within a fast‑paced, essential operation. You will shape our procurement strategy while working with a committed team in a safety‑first, quality‑driven environment.
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