Procurement Manager

We are looking for a Procurement Manager to ensure efficient, reliable, and standardized procurement execution across all sites, supporting production continuity and customer commitments.The role plays a key part in driving supplier performance and operational excellence, while ensuring strict alignment with sourcing strategies, contracts, and global procurement processes.Acting as a key interface between suppliers and operations, you will manage end-to-end execution from purchase order to delivery, with a strong focus on:MRP executioninventory controlon-time deliveryshortage mitigationYou will also contribute actively to S&OP, ensuring procurement execution is fully aligned with demand and supply plans.Key responsibilitiesProcurement OperationsManage and standardize procurement execution across sites (POs, confirmations, expediting)Ensure alignment with MRP signals and planning prioritiesAct as a coordination point across sitesMRP Execution & Inventory ControlEnsure effective execution of MRP signals (requisitions, rescheduling, cancellations)Control inventory levels (safety stock, excess & obsolete, turns)Work closely with Planning to balance service level and constraintsContribute to parameter optimization (lead time, MOQ, stock)Supplier Order Management & Delivery PerformanceDrive supplier on-time delivery (OTD) performanceManage confirmations, backlog, and late ordersEscalate critical topics with sourcing teamsMaterial Availability & PrioritizationSecure material availability for operationsManage shortages and prioritization across sitesAnticipate risks via Planning and S&OP interactionsERP Governance & Data ConsistencyEnsure consistency of procurement master dataMaintain strict ERP discipline in execution and transactionsSupplier Performance (Operational)Track supplier KPIs globally (OTD, backlog, responsiveness)Participate in operational reviews for key suppliersEscalate structural issues to sourcingTeam ManagementLead and develop procurement teams across sitesEnsure clear prioritization aligned with business needsProcess & Continuous ImprovementDeploy best practices in procurement and MRP executionImprove lead times, inventory turns, and shortage reductionDefine and track KPIs at network levelS&OP ContributionRepresent Procurement in S&OP governanceProvide visibility on supplier constraints and risksEnsure alignment with supply and inventory plansProfileBachelor's degree (Supply Chain, Business, Engineering or related)10+ years of experience in operational procurement (not sourcing)Experience in industrial or electrical assembly environmentsStrong ERP knowledge (BAAN, M2M, SAP, Dynamics…)Key skillsProcurement & supply chain operationsMRP & inventory managementS&OP processesERP systemsSupplier performance managementCross-site coordinationWe're an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will be considered for employment without attention to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, veteran or disability status, or any other characteristic protected by law.We offer a comprehensive benefits package including:401(k) & 401(k) matchingHealth InsuranceDental & Vision InsuranceLife Insurance and AD&DLegal and identity theft protectionAFLACPaid Time Off & Holiday PayHSA, FSAPaid Parental LeaveEmployee Assistance Program