Procurement Manager
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Job Location:
Menomonee Falls, WI - USA
Monthly Salary:
$ 85000 - 100000
Posted on:
14 hours ago
Vacancies:
1 Vacancy
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Job Summary
Location: Menomonee Falls WI
Company: Caljan
Build something that matters. Lead with impact. Shape a global operation.
If youre looking for a role where you can build a function influence strategy and see the direct results of your decisions this is it. At Caljan you will have the autonomy to build structure drive performance and make a visible impact. Your expertise will help strengthen operations align global and local priorities and support the companys continued growth.
The Role
Caljan is seeking a Procurement Manager to lead and further develop the Procurement and Logistics function in the United States. This is a hands-on leadership role with both operational and strategic responsibility.
In the initial phase you will focus on building and anchoring a professional procurement organization in the US supported by experienced colleagues from HQ. You will coach and support the local purchasing team while developing processes tools and performance standards aligned with Caljans global strategy.
Key Responsibilities
- Lead the US Procurement & Logistics function including Purchasing Logistics and Central Service Stock
- Partner closely with the Production Manager to ensure material flow and shipping requirements are met
- Manage operational and strategic purchasing to secure quality components at competitive cost and lead time
- Develop and implement processes policies KPIs and performance metrics
- Select evaluate and negotiate with local and international suppliers; manage contracts and frame agreements
- Lead supplier selection and evaluation using Total Cost of Ownership (TCO) principles and negotiate contracts with new and existing suppliers
- Manage supplier contracting and governance including implementation of the Supplier Code of Conduct (SCoC) NDAs framework agreements and ongoing contract management
- Track and improve supplier quality inventory levels delivery performance and transport costs
- Ensure compliance with international shipping regulations and optimize transport agreements
- Collaborate with international procurement teams in Denmark Germany Latvia and the UK
- Utilize and optimize ERP systems (MS AX / Dynamics 365) including master data
- Supervise coach and develop team members
- Support sustainability initiatives (SBTi) cost-down and make/buy projects
What You Bring
- Bachelors degree in Logistics Business Administration or related field
- 3 years experience as a Senior Purchaser in a manufacturing or engineered-product environment
- Experience leading or supervising a small team
- Strong technical understanding and experience working with complex products
- Hands-on experience with logistics shipping and inventory management
- Proficiency in AX / Dynamics 365 or similar ERP systems
- Strong supplier negotiation and stakeholder management skills
- Comfortable working in an international matrix organization
- Willingness to travel up to 30 days per year
Compensation & Benefits:
- Salary: $85000 - $100000
- Benefits: Caljan offers medical dental vision and 401K with a match.
About Caljan
Caljan is a mid-sized global engineering company specializing in automated material handling solutions. With operations across Europe the UK and the U.S. we combine global reach with an entrepreneurial mindset. Our teams collaborate closely across borders and employees are empowered to grow contribute ideas and make a real impact.
We Make it Easy
Founded in 1901 MRA is a nonprofit employer association that serves more than 4000 employers covering more than one million employees.
As one of the largest employer associations in the nation MRA helps its member organizations thrive by offering the most comprehensive assortment of HR services information education and resources to help build successful workplaces and a powerful workforce.
We partner with these companies working directly with their HR department and leadership to hire their talent. We are a direct line to the company not an agency recruiter.
Required Experience:
Manager
Key Skills
- Purchasing
- Sourcing
- Procurement
- Vendor Management
- HR Sourcing
- Procurement Management
- Supply Chain Experience
- Contract Management
- Contract Negotiation
- E-procurement
- negotiation
- Contracts
About Company
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