Banker Steel
Procurement Manager
Banker Steel
Summary The Procurement Manager is responsible for developing and executing procurement strategies that ensure the timely, cost‑effective acquisition of materials, equipment, and services required for company operations. This role manages vendor relationships, negotiates pricing and terms, oversees purchasing processes, and ensures compliance with company policies and applicable regulations. The Procurement Manager balances strategic sourcing with hands‑on execution while supporting the company’s goal of being a low‑cost, high‑performance producer.
Responsibilities
Develop and manage procurement strategies to support operational, project, and fabrication needs
Negotiate pricing, terms, service levels, and contracts with vendors to achieve best overall value
Establish and maintain purchasing policies, procedures, and approval controls
Evaluate and qualify suppliers; develop new supply sources when existing vendors are inadequate
Review bids, analyze proposals, and award purchase orders in alignment with budget and schedule requirements
Negotiate blanket purchase orders and monitor cost performance over contract periods
Oversee purchase order creation, tracking, and reconciliation, including invoice approval coordination with Accounts Payable
Ensure timely delivery and acceptable quality of materials, equipment, and services
Work closely with Receiving, Fabrication, Maintenance, and Project teams to resolve shortages, discrepancies, and delivery issues
Track inventory levels for shop supplies, equipment, and maintenance items; ensure appropriate stocking levels
Monitor procurement budgets, track monthly expenses, and report cost trends
Evaluate vendor performance and recommend continuation, renegotiation, or termination
Support equipment procurement decisions, including repair versus replacement analysis
Ensure compliance with safety standards, environmental regulations, and corporate ethics policies
Participate in cross‑functional initiatives to consolidate purchasing, improve efficiencies, and leverage volume discounts
Qualifications
Bachelor’s degree in business, Supply Chain Management, or a related field, or equivalent work experience
5‑7 years of progressive experience in purchasing or procurement
Manufacturing or steel fabrication experience preferred
Experience managing suppliers, contracts, and purchasing workflows
Supervisory or lead experience preferred
Key Skills
Strong negotiation and vendor management skills
Proficiency with purchasing software (Fabtrol preferred) and Microsoft Office (Excel, Word, PowerPoint)
Strong organizational and analytical skills with attention to detail
Ability to manage multiple priorities and meet deadlines in a fast‑paced environment
Solid financial and budgeting acumen
Professional communication skills with internal teams and external partners
High level of integrity and sound judgment in handling company funds and contracts
Other Duties Please note this job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job. Duties, responsibilities and activities may change at any time with or without notice.
Job Details Seniority level: Mid‑Senior level Employment type: Full‑time Job function: Purchasing and Supply Chain Industry: Construction
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Summary The Procurement Manager is responsible for developing and executing procurement strategies that ensure the timely, cost‑effective acquisition of materials, equipment, and services required for company operations. This role manages vendor relationships, negotiates pricing and terms, oversees purchasing processes, and ensures compliance with company policies and applicable regulations. The Procurement Manager balances strategic sourcing with hands‑on execution while supporting the company’s goal of being a low‑cost, high‑performance producer.
Responsibilities
Develop and manage procurement strategies to support operational, project, and fabrication needs
Negotiate pricing, terms, service levels, and contracts with vendors to achieve best overall value
Establish and maintain purchasing policies, procedures, and approval controls
Evaluate and qualify suppliers; develop new supply sources when existing vendors are inadequate
Review bids, analyze proposals, and award purchase orders in alignment with budget and schedule requirements
Negotiate blanket purchase orders and monitor cost performance over contract periods
Oversee purchase order creation, tracking, and reconciliation, including invoice approval coordination with Accounts Payable
Ensure timely delivery and acceptable quality of materials, equipment, and services
Work closely with Receiving, Fabrication, Maintenance, and Project teams to resolve shortages, discrepancies, and delivery issues
Track inventory levels for shop supplies, equipment, and maintenance items; ensure appropriate stocking levels
Monitor procurement budgets, track monthly expenses, and report cost trends
Evaluate vendor performance and recommend continuation, renegotiation, or termination
Support equipment procurement decisions, including repair versus replacement analysis
Ensure compliance with safety standards, environmental regulations, and corporate ethics policies
Participate in cross‑functional initiatives to consolidate purchasing, improve efficiencies, and leverage volume discounts
Qualifications
Bachelor’s degree in business, Supply Chain Management, or a related field, or equivalent work experience
5‑7 years of progressive experience in purchasing or procurement
Manufacturing or steel fabrication experience preferred
Experience managing suppliers, contracts, and purchasing workflows
Supervisory or lead experience preferred
Key Skills
Strong negotiation and vendor management skills
Proficiency with purchasing software (Fabtrol preferred) and Microsoft Office (Excel, Word, PowerPoint)
Strong organizational and analytical skills with attention to detail
Ability to manage multiple priorities and meet deadlines in a fast‑paced environment
Solid financial and budgeting acumen
Professional communication skills with internal teams and external partners
High level of integrity and sound judgment in handling company funds and contracts
Other Duties Please note this job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job. Duties, responsibilities and activities may change at any time with or without notice.
Job Details Seniority level: Mid‑Senior level Employment type: Full‑time Job function: Purchasing and Supply Chain Industry: Construction
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