Procurement Project Manager

Procurement Project Manager

Flender is a leading global supplier for mechanical drive systems and has the reputation for highest performance, innovation, quality, and reliability of mechanical components for 125 years.

We're now hiring a talented Procurement Project Manager for our team in Elgin, IL on a full-time basis. If you're eager for your next challenge, Flender is a great place to grow your career.

Position Overview:

This role manages end-to-end execution of project-based procurement and supply chain activities. This role serves as the primary liaison between suppliers, logistics providers, cross-functional teams, and customers, providing proactive communication, resolving delivery challenges, and mitigating supply chain risks. The ideal candidate is a highly organized, customer-focused professional who thrives in a fast-paced environment, drives supplier accountability, and delivers exceptional project execution to support business and customer success.

Key Responsibilities:

• Owns end-to-end execution of project-based purchase orders from placement through delivery and goods receipt.
• Coordinates suppliers, logistics providers, and cross-functional teams to ensure on-time project execution.
• Provides leadership with clear delivery plans, project status, and proactive risk identification and mitigation.
• Serves as the primary procurement interface for customer project execution, including delivery updates and issue resolution.
• Drives accountability across the supply chain to improve delivery performance and customer satisfaction.
• Supports additional procurement activities as assigned.

Required Qualifications:

Experience

• Bachelor's degree in Supply Chain Management, Business Administration, Operations Management, or 5+ years related experience in project management supporting procurement, supply chain, and operations.
• Proven experience working with suppliers, manufacturers, freight providers, and internal stakeholders, supporting customer-facing projects.

Required Knowledge & Skills

• Strong knowledge of procurement, supply chain operations, supplier management, inventory planning, logistics, and contract administration.
• Proven project management skills with the ability to coordinate multiple priorities, manage schedules, track milestones, and mitigate project risks.
• Excellent communication, negotiation, and stakeholder management skills, with the ability to influence cross-functional teams and suppliers without direct authority.
• Strong analytical, problem-solving, and decision-making abilities, with a demonstrated sense of ownership, accountability, and attention to detail.
• Customer-focused mindset with a commitment to driving operational excellence, on-time delivery, and continuous process improvement.
• Advanced proficiency in Microsoft Excel, ERP/procurement systems, project management software, and scheduling tools such as Microsoft Project or Smartsheet.

Flender Benefits:

Paid Time Off (18 Days)

Paid Holidays

Tuition Reimbursement

Medical, Dental, Vision, Life Insurance

Flexible Spending Account

Health Savings Account

401k (6% Employer Match)

Employee Assistance Program

Your contact person(s) for this job posting is/are:

AnnMarie Day