JBT Marel
At JBT Marel,
what we do matters , we know that the contribution of our employees leads to the success of our business.
purpose
is to transform the future of food; this guides our
vision
of being the global leader in food and beverage technology, by harnessing the full power of JBT Marel to partner with our customers and pioneer sustainable innovation. Our
values
show who we are at our best: Create with Collaboration, Serve with Integrity, Grow with Excellence, and Advance with Innovation.
Role Overview The Team Manager, Strategic Procurement, Spare Parts reports to the Director of Global Spare Parts Distribution and leads Procurement activities for Spare Parts NAM. You will oversee all site procurement operations, ensuring alignment with regional and global strategies. Acting as a bridge between the site, regional procurement, and global category management teams, you will drive performance, compliance, and continuous improvement. This role requires a strategic and operational mindset—someone who can both define direction and deliver results through effective supplier management, cost optimization, and leadership of the local procurement team.
Key Responsibilities
Lead and develop the Spare Parts team, ensuring operational excellence and alignment with global objectives.
Manage local purchasing volumes and support negotiations with key suppliers.
Implement global and regional procurement strategies locally to achieve best total cost and value.
Provide cost modeling, forecasting, and improvement measures to capture cost reduction opportunities.
Act as the local business partner to the site management board, representing Procurement in cross‑functional and external settings.
Manage budgeting and cost center performance in coordination with Controlling.
Ensure full compliance with global procurement policies and standards.
Contribute to vendor management, supplier innovation, and sustainability initiatives.
Drive continuous improvement and process optimization across procurement activities.
Who You Are You are a collaborative and decisive leader with a strong background in both strategic and operational procurement. You thrive in a fast‑paced, technical environment and know how to build strong relationships—internally and externally—to deliver business value.
Skills
Team management skills
Excellent negotiation and influencing abilities
Ethical and compliant in all aspects of work
Proficient in SAP and experienced with e‑procurement tools
Organized, detail‑oriented, and comfortable working under pressure
Commitment to continuous improvement and Lean principles
Education and Experience
Bachelor's degree in Business, Supply Chain, or a related field
Minimum 5+ years in strategic and operational procurement
Experience managing supplier relationships and supply chain projects in a technical environment
Comfortable working in multicultural, cross‑functional organizations
You must be authorized to work in the US without sponsorship now or in the future.
Travel & Location
This position is onsite with limited travel.
Benefits JBT Marel offers benefits on day 1 of your employment, including Medical, Dental, life insurance, short‑term and long‑term disability, family leave, vision coverage, and a matched 401(k) plan.
Commitment to Diversity Diversity, Equity, Inclusion, and Belonging is a fundamental value to JBT Marel and critical to our future success. A thoughtful, focused, and sustained effort to work towards our DEIB goals is not just a principled choice, but also a business imperative.
Equal Opportunity Employment JBT Marel provides equal employment opportunity to all employees and qualified applicants for employment. We will not tolerate any form of discrimination against any employee or applicant for employment because of race, color, religion, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, disability, veteran status, citizenship, or any other characteristic protected by applicable federal, state, or local laws. At JBT Marel, we apply this policy to all our employment practices, including recruiting, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation, benefits, and training. We make hiring decisions based solely on qualifications, merit and business needs at the time. JBT Marel will reasonably accommodate applicants who need adjustments to participate in the application or interview process. If you require assistance or accommodation during the application process, please contact JBT Marel at 844-286-4524.
Seniority level Mid-Senior level
Employment type Full‑time
Job function Purchasing and Supply Chain
Industries Machinery Manufacturing
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what we do matters , we know that the contribution of our employees leads to the success of our business.
purpose
is to transform the future of food; this guides our
vision
of being the global leader in food and beverage technology, by harnessing the full power of JBT Marel to partner with our customers and pioneer sustainable innovation. Our
values
show who we are at our best: Create with Collaboration, Serve with Integrity, Grow with Excellence, and Advance with Innovation.
Role Overview The Team Manager, Strategic Procurement, Spare Parts reports to the Director of Global Spare Parts Distribution and leads Procurement activities for Spare Parts NAM. You will oversee all site procurement operations, ensuring alignment with regional and global strategies. Acting as a bridge between the site, regional procurement, and global category management teams, you will drive performance, compliance, and continuous improvement. This role requires a strategic and operational mindset—someone who can both define direction and deliver results through effective supplier management, cost optimization, and leadership of the local procurement team.
Key Responsibilities
Lead and develop the Spare Parts team, ensuring operational excellence and alignment with global objectives.
Manage local purchasing volumes and support negotiations with key suppliers.
Implement global and regional procurement strategies locally to achieve best total cost and value.
Provide cost modeling, forecasting, and improvement measures to capture cost reduction opportunities.
Act as the local business partner to the site management board, representing Procurement in cross‑functional and external settings.
Manage budgeting and cost center performance in coordination with Controlling.
Ensure full compliance with global procurement policies and standards.
Contribute to vendor management, supplier innovation, and sustainability initiatives.
Drive continuous improvement and process optimization across procurement activities.
Who You Are You are a collaborative and decisive leader with a strong background in both strategic and operational procurement. You thrive in a fast‑paced, technical environment and know how to build strong relationships—internally and externally—to deliver business value.
Skills
Team management skills
Excellent negotiation and influencing abilities
Ethical and compliant in all aspects of work
Proficient in SAP and experienced with e‑procurement tools
Organized, detail‑oriented, and comfortable working under pressure
Commitment to continuous improvement and Lean principles
Education and Experience
Bachelor's degree in Business, Supply Chain, or a related field
Minimum 5+ years in strategic and operational procurement
Experience managing supplier relationships and supply chain projects in a technical environment
Comfortable working in multicultural, cross‑functional organizations
You must be authorized to work in the US without sponsorship now or in the future.
Travel & Location
This position is onsite with limited travel.
Benefits JBT Marel offers benefits on day 1 of your employment, including Medical, Dental, life insurance, short‑term and long‑term disability, family leave, vision coverage, and a matched 401(k) plan.
Commitment to Diversity Diversity, Equity, Inclusion, and Belonging is a fundamental value to JBT Marel and critical to our future success. A thoughtful, focused, and sustained effort to work towards our DEIB goals is not just a principled choice, but also a business imperative.
Equal Opportunity Employment JBT Marel provides equal employment opportunity to all employees and qualified applicants for employment. We will not tolerate any form of discrimination against any employee or applicant for employment because of race, color, religion, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, disability, veteran status, citizenship, or any other characteristic protected by applicable federal, state, or local laws. At JBT Marel, we apply this policy to all our employment practices, including recruiting, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation, benefits, and training. We make hiring decisions based solely on qualifications, merit and business needs at the time. JBT Marel will reasonably accommodate applicants who need adjustments to participate in the application or interview process. If you require assistance or accommodation during the application process, please contact JBT Marel at 844-286-4524.
Seniority level Mid-Senior level
Employment type Full‑time
Job function Purchasing and Supply Chain
Industries Machinery Manufacturing
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