Procurement Manager

Robert Half is seeking an experienced Procurement Manager to lead purchasing operations for a industrial organization in Baton Rouge, Louisiana. This role is responsible for shaping sourcing strategies, strengthening vendor partnerships, and ensuring materials, equipment, and services are secured efficiently and cost-effectively. The ideal candidate brings strong leadership, sound commercial judgment, and a deep understanding of procurement practices within industrial construction environments.Responsibilities:• Lead the company’s procurement function by directing daily purchasing activity and guiding the team responsible for sourcing materials, equipment, and services.• Build and execute sourcing strategies that improve supplier performance, support long-term partnerships, and deliver favorable commercial outcomes.• Negotiate pricing, terms, and supply agreements to increase value, reduce costs, and secure dependable vendor support.• Review and enhance purchasing workflows to keep processes efficient, compliant, and aligned with business demands and market conditions.• Supervise departmental operations to ensure purchase requests, order placement, and supplier coordination are handled accurately and on schedule.• Track adherence to procurement policies and established controls while promoting consistent purchasing standards across the organization.• Assess vendors using key factors such as cost competitiveness, product quality, service reliability, and overall business fit.• Partner with estimating teams to obtain pricing and material information needed to support accurate project bids and proposals.