Procurement Manager

Procurement ManagerTo protect the planet – that's our mission at DESOTEC. From air, soil and gas to water and other liquids: at DESOTEC, we purify through sustainable, mobile filter solutions based on activated carbon. Through a smart rental model, our filters are distributed to production companies all over the US. When the carbon inside of the filters is saturated, we make sure to retrieve it for reactivation. That is how we unburden our customers of the administrative, moral, logistical, and ecological consequences of their purification needs. The result: they can focus 100% on what really counts - sustainable production.The Procurement Manager is responsible for developing and executing sourcing and procurement strategies that ensure the timely, cost-effective, and sustainable supply of materials, equipment, services, and transportation required to support business operations. This role leads procurement activities across direct and indirect spend categories, manages supplier relationships, negotiates commercial agreements, and drives continuous improvement in procurement processes and performance. Working closely with Operations, Engineering, Logistics, Finance, and Commercial teams, the Procurement Manager will balance strategic sourcing initiatives with day-to-day operational requirements, ensuring supply continuity while delivering cost savings, value creation, and risk mitigation. The successful candidate brings strong commercial acumen, category management expertise, supplier relationship management capabilities, and leadership experience within an industrial or manufacturing environment.Key ResponsibilitiesStrategic Procurement & Category ManagementDevelop and execute procurement and category strategies aligned with business objectives and operational requirements.Manage assigned procurement categories to optimize cost, quality, service, and supply continuity.Analyze market trends, supplier capabilities, cost drivers, and emerging risks to support sourcing decisions.Identify and implement opportunities for cost reduction, process improvement, and value creation.Supplier Relationship ManagementDevelop and maintain strategic relationships with suppliers and service providers.Establish supplier performance metrics and conduct regular business reviews.Drive supplier improvements related to quality, delivery, service, cost, and innovation.Evaluate supplier capabilities and develop mitigation plans for supply chain risks.Strategic Sourcing & Contract ManagementLead sourcing activities including supplier selection, RFQs/RFPs, commercial evaluations, and negotiations.Define procurement requirements and specifications in partnership with business stakeholders.Negotiate and manage supplier contracts, pricing agreements, and service-level commitments.Ensure compliance with contractual obligations while managing renewals, amendments, and commercial risks.Operational Procurement & Supply ContinuityEnsure uninterrupted supply of materials, equipment, spare parts, consumables, and contracted services.Partner with Operations, Maintenance, and Engineering teams to support production and project requirements.Drive inventory optimization initiatives while balancing service levels and working capital objectives.Resolve critical supply disruptions and supplier performance issues to minimize operational impact.Financial & Commercial ManagementDeliver procurement savings targets and value creation initiatives aligned with business objectives.Monitor procurement spend, supplier costs, and commercial performance across key categories.Support budgeting and forecasting activities through market intelligence and cost analysis.Develop procurement KPIs and performance reporting to support decision-making.Stakeholder ManagementBuild strong relationships with stakeholders across Operations, Engineering, Finance, Logistics, and other business functions.Understand business requirements and translate them into effective sourcing and procurement strategies.Provide commercial expertise and procurement guidance to support operational and strategic decisions.Lead stakeholder engagement throughout sourcing, contracting, and supplier management activities.Leadership & Team DevelopmentLead, coach, and develop procurement professionals to achieve departmental and organizational objectives.Establish performance expectations, development plans, and succession strategies for team members.Foster a culture of accountability, collaboration, and continuous improvement.Promote procurement best practices and support capability development across the organization.Compliance & Risk ManagementEnsure procurement activities comply with company policies, ethical standards, and applicable regulations.Manage supplier-related operational, commercial, quality, and compliance risks.Support supplier qualification, audit, and performance management processes.Drive continuous improvement initiatives that strengthen procurement processes, controls, and governance.Required Qualifications7+ years of progressive procurement, sourcing, supply chain, or category management experience.Bachelor's degree in Supply Chain Management, Business Administration, Engineering, Operations Management, Procurement, or a related discipline; equivalent experience will be considered.Demonstrated experience leading strategic sourcing initiatives, supplier negotiations, and contract management activities.Experience managing supplier relationships and delivering measurable cost savings and value creation initiatives.Experience procuring industrial equipment, maintenance materials, technical services, transportation services, or other operational spend categories.Experience in industrial, manufacturing, chemical, environmental services, engineering, or other operationally intensive environments.Experience working with ERP systems and procurement technologies.Strong communication, judgment, analytical, and organizational skills.Ability to travel as needed for supplier visits, training, industry events, and leadership meetings.Preferred QualificationsExperience supporting multi-site operations.Professional certification such as CPSM, CPM, CSCP, CIPS, or equivalent.Master's degree in Supply Chain Management, Business Administration, Engineering, or a related field.LogisticsLocation: Darlington, PASchedule: HybridTravel: As needed to U.S. locationsTeam Structure: Oversees buyers across several statesBenefitsBenefits effective day 1Competitive payDollar-for-dollar 401(k) match up to 4%10 paid holidaysPaid parental leaveCompany-paid vision insuranceCompany-paid short-term disability coverageCompany-paid long-term disability coverageCareer growth and development opportunities