HID · 1 week ago
Procurement Manager
Austin, TX
Full-time
Onsite
Senior Level
7+ years expHID is a high-tech software company headquartered in Austin, TX, focused on powering trusted identities globally. The Procurement Manager will lead the regional procurement team, overseeing sourcing, purchasing, and supplier quality to ensure inventory flow and support global fulfillment operations.
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Responsibilities
Leading a regional team of procurement professionals (buyers/planners, commodity managers, and supplier quality support) by setting clear KPIs, managing performance, and fostering a culture of accountability and growth
Overseeing daily procurement operations, including MRP execution, open order management, and supplier engagement
Serving as the primary escalation point for global fulfillment risks, supply shortages, and critical supplier issues; drives resolution in coordination with cross-functional teams
Aligning procurement activities with SIOP cycles, fulfillment operations, and new product launch timelines to ensure inventory readiness and supply continuity
Facilitating recurring internal supply reviews and external supplier business reviews; tracks operational KPIs such as OTD, shortage mitigation, and late line performance
Supporting ERP harmonization and procurement process documentation, contributing to system transitions and cross-regional alignment
Leading the development of scalable procurement processes and team structures to support global operations, fulfillment growth, and evolving responsibilities; guiding role transitions, onboarding new hires, and expanding sourcing maturity
Contributing to global sourcing initiatives by collaborating with EMEA peers to align sourcing strategies, supplier segmentation, and contract approaches across shared supplier networks
Driving continuous improvement in procurement maturity through cost modeling, supplier collaboration frameworks, and harmonization of business reviews and scorecards
Participating in strategic planning forums and business reviews, representing procurement in discussions on supply strategy, resource planning, and cross-functional alignment
Supporting regional risk mitigation and future manufacturing readiness through consignment inventory oversight, tariff impact planning, and coordination of material flows between fulfillment sites
Championing a culture of accountability, continuous improvement, and data-driven decision making
Qualification
Required
Bachelor's degree in Supply Chain, Business, Operations, or a related field
7+ years of procurement experience in a manufacturing or global operations environment
3+ years of people management experience, with a demonstrated ability to manage change and grow team capabilities
Strong understanding of purchasing workflows, supply planning principles, and MRP/ERP systems (Oracle preferred)
Proven ability to manage supplier relationships, navigate escalations, and ensure continuity of supply in a fast-paced, global environment
Ability to balance day-to-day execution with strategic improvements and change management
Empowered: Provides clear direction while fostering autonomy, trust, and ownership across the team; builds alignment through coaching, accountability, and intentional delegation
Innovative: Champions continuous improvement, embraces change, and drives creative problem-solving through collaboration across systems, functions, and geographies
Integrity: Models professionalism, fairness, and transparency; earns stakeholder trust by delivering results, communicating clearly, and acting with accountability
Experience implementing procurement process improvements, ERP transitions, or system integrations
Strong understanding of total cost of ownership (TCO), cost modeling, and commodity-level price drivers
Understanding of global sourcing dynamics, including trade compliance, tariff strategies, and inter-regional material flow
Preferred
Technical aptitude preferred; familiarity with supplier quality, engineering support or manufacturing process is a strong plus
Proficiency in a second language - particularly French, Mandarin, or Japanese - is highly preferred but not required
Lean, Six Sigma, or Supply‑chain certification (e.g. APICS/ASCM CPIM, CSCP, CLTD; ISM CPSM; CIPS/MCIPS) a plus
Familiarity with compliance regulations such as REACH, RoHS, Prop 65, or related product regulations
Experience with data analytics tools (Power BI, Tableau, Oracle Analytics) for supply and inventory reporting is a plus
Experience supporting contract manufacturer relationships and regional fulfillment models
Benefits
Competitive salary and rewards package
Competitive benefits and annual leave offering, allowing for work-life balance
A vibrant, welcoming & inclusive culture
Extensive career development opportunities and resources to maximize your potential
Company
HID
HID powers the trusted identities of the world's people, places and things.
1001-5000 employees
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