Procurement Manager- Projects (Engineer-to-Order)

TL;DR

Procurement Manager Projects (Engineer-to-Order): Sourcing and contracting all supply chain activities for customer projects in an Engineer-to-Order environment with an accent on material planning, supplier development, and risk management. Focus on translating project requirements (BOMs) into procurement plans and managing supplier contracts to ensure on-time delivery within budget.

Location: Must be based in Vernon Hills, IL or Winsted, MN

Salary: $100,100 – $142,800

Company

Global leader in food processing and packaging solutions dedicated to making food safe and available everywhere.

What you will do

• Source new suppliers and drive development activities in collaboration with product and supplier quality engineers.
• Maintain and improve the supplier base regarding quality, capabilities, production capacity, and cost reduction.
• Lead negotiations and contracting for global and local specifications.
• Ensure legal compliance of supplier contracts with support from the legal department.
• Translate project requirements (BOMs and specifications) into detailed material and procurement plans.
• Procure equipment, parts, components, and services for projects.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in engineering, economics, business administration, or a related numerical field.
• Minimum 10+ years of experience as a buyer in purchasing processes and vendor management.
• Proven experience in project procurement, specifically within Engineer-to-Order (ETO) environments.
• Proficiency in ERP systems (e.g., SAP) and Microsoft Excel.
• Strong communication and negotiation skills with a proactive approach to risk management.
• Must be based in the US; visa sponsorship and relocation are not provided.

Culture & Benefits

• Annual performance incentive (bonus) of 10% of base salary.
• Comprehensive benefits: 401k company match, health, dental, vision, life, and disability insurance.
• Paid time off, paid holidays, and paid parental leave.
• Flexible working arrangements within a global landscape.
• Company credit card and other work-related allowances.