Vice President of Procurement (Americas)

Finding You Metro Detroit’s Best Talent

Job Location:

Taylor, AZ - USA

Monthly Salary: Not Disclosed

Posted on: 31-10-2025

Vacancies: 1 Vacancy

Job Summary

Procurement Manager Americas

Location: Taylor Michigan (90% Onsite / 10% Travel)

Position Summary

The Procurement Manager Americas is responsible for overseeing all procurement activities within the PC Americas region. This includes supplier negotiation strategic sourcing cost reduction initiatives supplier development and compliance with global procurement standards. The role ensures 100% material availability at the lowest total cost of ownership while meeting quality and sustainability objectives.

Key Responsibilities

Lead procurement operations for the Americas region including coordination with facilities in the U.S. Mexico and Brazil.

Negotiate contracts and pricing with regional and local suppliers to secure continuous supply and cost savings.

Manage categories such as DINP fillers solvents packaging and procurement tools.

Execute global and regional sourcing strategies aligned with the companys business objectives.

Perform market analysis to identify supply risks and implement mitigation plans.

Evaluate and develop new suppliers to ensure competitiveness and quality.

Conduct Target Performance Comparisons (TPC) bi-weekly to measure performance and savings.

Collaborate with global procurement and plant management to align sourcing initiatives.

Lead procurement process improvements and ensure compliance with company policies.

Support special projects such as make-or-buy analysis and cost recovery programs.

Required Qualifications

Education: Bachelors or Masters degree in Purchasing Supply Chain Inventory Control or related field.

Experience: Minimum 5 years of professional experience in purchasing or logistics preferably within the automotive industry.

Proven experience in OEM automotive supply chain management.

Strong knowledge of global and chemical purchasing.

Advanced Excel skills; QAD or ERP system experience preferred.

Excellent negotiation analytical and communication skills.

Strong leadership and organizational abilities with the capacity to work under pressure.

English required; Spanish or German language skills are a plus.

Core Competencies

Strategic thinking and problem solving

Supplier relationship management

Cost optimization and total cost of ownership understanding

Global market awareness

Adaptability and sustainability mindset

Certifications & Compliance

Knowledge of ISO 45001 ISO 14001 and IATF 16949 standards preferred. Commitment to Quality Environmental Health and Safety principles.

Why Join

Competitive compensation and benefits package.

Opportunities for professional growth within a global organization.

Collaborative inclusive and performance-driven culture.

Equal Opportunity Employer

Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race color religion sex sexual orientation gender identity national origin age disability or veteran status.

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