Procurement Manager

Job Title: Procurement ManagerJob Description

The Procurement Manager is responsible for leading the development and execution of sourcing strategies to ensure supply continuity, optimize costs, and support business growth. The role involves managing supplier relationships, negotiating contracts, and driving procurement best practices aligned with company objectives and compliance standards. This position is based on-site in Connecticut with occasional travel for supplier visits, industry events, and business needs.

Responsibilities

• Develop and implement sourcing strategies aligned with supply chain objectives, business needs, and profitability targets.

• Identify, evaluate, and select suppliers.

• Manage RFQ/RFP processes and facilitate supplier business reviews.

• Negotiate contracts, pricing, and commercial terms.

• Maintain strong supplier relationships and partnerships.

• Collaborate with purchasing and supply planning teams to oversee purchasing and replenishment activities.

• Ensure procurement activities comply with applicable laws, regulations, and internal policies.

• Analyze spend, bill of materials (BOM) costs, and commodity trends to identify cost-saving opportunities.

• Manage procurement budgets and support cost-reduction initiatives.

• Monitor market trends, pricing fluctuations, and supplier developments.

• Prepare and present procurement metrics, analyses, and performance reports to leadership.

Essential Skills

• Bachelor's degree in Business, Supply Chain Management, Engineering, Applied Sciences, or a related field.

• Minimum 5 years of procurement, strategic sourcing, supply chain, or related experience.

• Strong negotiation and supplier management skills.

• Excellent communication and stakeholder management abilities.

• Strong analytical and problem-solving capabilities.

• Experience utilizing ERP or procurement systems.

• Advanced Microsoft Office proficiency.

Additional Skills & Qualifications

• Manufacturing industry experience.

• Knowledge of accounting and cost structures.

• Experience with metals or plastics manufacturing.

• Experience supporting cable, wire, or related industrial manufacturing environments.

Work Environment

The position offers the opportunity to join a manufacturing company that is financially robust with a flexible approach to procurement. The role allows for autonomy to manage the department as if it were your own business. Work hours are flexible as long as they total 40 hours per week, with the option to work remotely one day a week.

Job Type & Location

This is a Permanent position based out of Meriden, CT.

Pay and Benefits

The pay range for this position is $100000.00 - $125000.00/yr.

Individual compensation offered for this position within this range will depend on many factors, including qualifications, skills, relevant experience, job knowledge, geographic location, internal equity, and other pertinent job-related factors.

medical, dental, and vision health insurance, a 401(k) retirement savings plan, and generous paid time off (PTO), such as up to 22 vacation days and 5 personal days for permanent staff

Job Type & Location

This is a Permanent position based out of Meriden, CT.

Application Deadline

This position is anticipated to close on Nov 4, 2026.

Workplace Type

This is a hybrid position in Meriden,CT.

About Aston Carter

Aston Carter provides world-class corporate talent solutions to thousands of clients across the globe. Specialized in accounting, finance, human resources, talent acquisition, procurement, supply chain and select administrative professions, we extend the capabilities of industry-leading companies. We draw on our deep recruiting expertise and expansive network to meet the evolving needs of our clients and talent community with agility and excellence. With offices across the U.S., Canada, Asia Pacific and Europe, Aston Carter serves many of the Fortune 500. We are proud to be a ClearlyRated Best of Staffing® Platinum Award winner for both client and talent service.

The company is an equal opportunity employer and will consider all applications without regard to race, sex, age, color, religion, national origin, veteran status, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information or any characteristic protected by law.

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San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance: Pursuant to the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance, for all positions located in the city and county of San Francisco, we will consider for employment qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records.

Massachusetts Lie Detector: It is unlawful in Massachusetts to require or administer a lie detector test as a condition of employment or continued employment. An employer who violates this law shall be subject to criminal penalties and civil liability.

Use of Artificial Intelligence (AI): We may use Artificial Intelligence (AI) to support parts of our hiring process, including sourcing, screening, and evaluating candidates. AI helps assess applications and qualifications, but final decisions are made by our hiring team. By applying, you acknowledge and agree that your application may be reviewed using AI tools.