Procurement Manager

We are looking for an experienced Procurement Manager to lead sourcing and inventory strategy for a manufacturing operation in Foley, Alabama. This role is responsible for securing metals and other essential raw materials, strengthening supplier partnerships, and supporting production through thoughtful planning and cost control. The ideal candidate brings strong commercial judgment, market awareness, and the ability to guide a team while improving procurement and inventory performance.

Responsibilities:
• Create and carry out sourcing plans for metals and other production materials to support business demand and operational goals.
• Track commodity activity, market pricing, trade conditions, and supply trends to reduce exposure and uncover purchasing advantages.
• Lead supplier negotiations for pricing, contract terms, and service agreements that improve value and protect the organization’s interests.
• Maintain productive partnerships with vendors and key supply partners to support continuity, quality, and long-term performance.
• Direct inventory planning efforts to balance material availability with effective control of working capital and stock levels.
• Manage cycle count activities and inventory review processes to improve accuracy, accountability, and audit readiness.
• Review consumption patterns, forecast inputs, and inventory movement data to support production needs and business planning.
• Partner with operations, production, planning, and finance teams to align purchasing decisions with company priorities.
• Establish procurement reporting, performance measurements, and key indicators to monitor results and drive accountability.
• Supervise, coach, and develop procurement and inventory team members while advancing process improvements and best practices.

Qualifications:

• 10+ years of experience in procurement, purchasing, or supply chain leadership roles.

• Demonstrated expertise in corporate procurement and end-to-end buying processes within a production or manufacturing environment.

• Strong background in negotiating contracts, supplier terms, and pricing agreements.

• Experience managing purchase orders, supplier relationships, and procurement functions at a strategic level.

• Knowledge of inventory control practices, forecasting methods, and materials planning.

• Ability to analyze market conditions, cost drivers, and performance data to support sound business decisions.

• Proven leadership skills with experience guiding and developing procurement or inventory professionals.

For confidential consideration, please reach out to Emily Schneller, Robert Half Recruiting Manager, at 504-264-5922. Thank you for your interest in Robert Half.

Compensation

$115,000.00-$155,000.00 Yearly

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