LHH · 1 day ago
Senior Procurement Specialist
Newark, OH
Full-time
Onsite
Mid, Senior Level
$85K/yr - $100K/yr
5+ years expLHH Recruitment Solutions is currently seeking an experienced Senior Procurement Specialist to join a leading manufacturing company. This role involves managing procurement processes, developing production schedules, and optimizing supply chain operations to meet organizational goals.
Human Resources
Responsibilities
Manage procurement of raw materials, components, and supplies to meet production schedules, ensuring cost efficiency and quality standards
Develop and maintain production schedules, working closely with production and operations teams to ensure timely availability of materials and products
Forecast material needs, monitor inventory levels, and adjust procurement strategies to minimize excess inventory and avoid stockouts
Negotiate with suppliers to secure favorable terms, pricing, and delivery schedules while maintaining strong vendor relationships
Ensure inventory accuracy and work with warehouse teams to optimize storage, handling, and movement of materials
Analyze inventory turnover and lead times to identify opportunities for improvement in procurement and supply chain processes
Provide regular reporting on inventory, purchasing activities, and supply chain performance to senior leadership
Collaborate with cross-functional teams to ensure alignment between procurement, production, and logistics functions
Support continuous improvement initiatives in procurement and inventory management processes
Address supply chain disruptions and material shortages promptly, identifying solutions to keep production on track
Qualification
Required
5+ years of experience in procurement, inventory planning, or supply chain management, ideally within a manufacturing environment
Bachelor's degree in Supply Chain Management, Business, or a related field
Solid understanding of production planning, procurement, and inventory management principles
Experience with ERP systems and procurement software (e.g., SAP, Oracle, or similar)
Strong negotiation skills and the ability to build and maintain supplier relationships
Excellent analytical and problem-solving abilities, with a focus on data-driven decision-making
Ability to work collaboratively with teams across different departments to achieve organizational goals
Strong communication and organizational skills, with the ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment
Preferred
Knowledge of lean manufacturing and inventory optimization practices is a plus
Company
LHH
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Dave Hilbig
President & CEO, OCM-LHH Utah, Wyoming
Ted Diven, MBA
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