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JPW Industries · 2 hours ago

Procurement Manager

La Vergne, TN

Full-time

Onsite

Senior Level

7+ years exp

JPW Industries is a leader in industrial tools and machinery, known for brands like Jet and Powermatic. As a Procurement Manager, you will drive strategic sourcing and procurement excellence across North America, ensuring alignment between product development and sourcing teams, while managing supplier relationships and sourcing initiatives.

Advanced MaterialsMachinery ManufacturingManufacturingWood Processing

H1B Sponsor Likely

Responsibilities

Develop and execute sourcing strategies for North America in alignment with global supply chain goals

Serve as the primary interface between U.S. NPD teams and Asia Strategic Sourcing to ensure requirements are clearly defined and understood

Support supplier evaluation, quoting, negotiation, and business award processes in partnership with Asia sourcing teams

Collaborate with Project Leads, Product Managers, and Engineering to define sourcing requirements and ensure manufacturability early in the design cycle

Manage relationships with key North American suppliers and identify new sourcing opportunities as needed

Provide guidance and leadership to buyers at JPW’s domestic manufacturing facilities

Lead sourcing initiatives for components, materials, and services supporting production operations

Conduct RFQs, lead quote analysis, and award business using total cost of ownership principles

Negotiate pricing, tooling costs, MOQs, lead times, and delivery schedules

Drive supplier development, onboarding, and continuous improvement in quality, delivery, and cost

Identify sourcing risks and develop proactive mitigation strategies

Lead process improvement initiatives to enhance sourcing efficiency and compliance

Partner cross-functionally with Engineering, Product Management, Operations, Quality, Finance, and Legal to support overall business goals

Track and report procurement KPIs, including cost savings, supplier performance, and on-time delivery

Qualification

Strategic sourcingSupplier negotiationCost optimizationERP experienceEngineering-driven product developmentIndustry knowledge of machineryAnalytical skillsRelationship-buildingManage prioritiesCommunication skillsOrganizational skills

Required

Bachelor's degree in Supply Chain, Engineering, Business, or a related field required

Minimum of 7 years of procurement or strategic sourcing experience

Proven success in supplier negotiation, cost optimization, and strategic sourcing execution

Strong analytical and commercial acumen with excellent negotiation skills

Ability to interpret engineering drawings, specifications, and supplier capabilities

ERP experience required

Exceptional communication and relationship-building skills across all levels of the organization

Highly organized, dependable, and able to manage multiple priorities effectively

Ability to travel globally up to 30%

Preferred

MBA preferred

Experience supporting engineering-driven product development (NPD preferred)

Industry knowledge of machinery, woodworking, metalworking, power tools, or industrial equipment strongly preferred

Hands-on sourcing experience in Asia (Taiwan, Mainland China, Vietnam, Thailand) highly desirable

Experience working with global suppliers and manufacturing operations

SAP preferred

Benefits

Competitive Pay + Annual Bonuses

Comprehensive Benefits: Medical, dental, vision, life insurance, disability, telehealth, and more from Day 1

Retirement Plans & Employer Contributions

Generous PTO + Paid Holidays

Career Development & Learning Opportunities

Team Member Appreciation Events

A Culture That Values Integrity, Teamwork & Innovation

Company

JPW Industries

A La Vergne, Tenn.-based maker of metalworking, woodworking and material handling products.

Founded in 1958

La Vergne, Tennessee, USA

201-500 employees

http://www.jpwindustries.com/

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