Senior Procurement Manager

Job Description Job Description Position Summary A market-leading supplier of specialty products supporting a nationwide customer base is seeking a high-impact  Senior Procurement Manager to join its leadership team in Binghamton, NY. The organization operates with a broad market reach and leverages bi-coastal distribution operations to ensure fast, reliable delivery across the U.S. It has built a strong reputation for product breadth, service quality, and operational excellence within its market. The Senior Procurement Manager is responsible for full ownership of an assigned product segment, including strategic sourcing, supplier management, product expansion, and overall margin performance. This is a highly visible role reporting directly to the President, with significant influence over product strategy, vendor relationships, and business growth. The ideal candidate will operate at both a strategic and hands-on level, driving initiatives that improve profitability, expand product offerings, and strengthen supplier partnerships. Key Responsibilities to include:  Manage supplier relationships, driving cost reduction initiatives, negotiating contracts, and rationalizing current supplier base.  Support quality measurement systems, including feedback mechanisms and continuous improvements within the product base.  Set quality standards for supplier products and delivery, and direct efforts for alternate sources of supply.  Manage import compliances.  Research and analyze data on current and new products.  Work closely with purchasing, marketing, technical, and distribution departments. Required Qualifications  Bachelor’s degree in Business or a related field, or equivalent combination of education and relevant experience.  10+ years of experience in procurement, sourcing, and/or category management.  Experience with domestic and international sourcing.  Proven ability to negotiate effectively and drive cost savings/margin improvement.  Highly analytical with advanced Excel skills.  Strong organizational and interpersonal skills with the ability to manage multiple priorities.  Ability to operate in a hands-on, high-volume, and fast-paced environment. Company Description With over two decades of experience across the defense, commercial, and agency sectors, we specialize in filling the most challenging executive, technical, and professional roles. Company Description With over two decades of experience across the defense, commercial, and agency sectors, we specialize in filling the most challenging executive, technical, and professional roles.