Assistant Procurement Manager

LHH Recruitment Solutions has partnered with a leading manufacturing organization to identify an experienced Assistant Procurement Manager. This role will support procurement operations, supplier management, inventory planning, and cross-functional collaboration to ensure optimal supply chain performance. The ideal candidate will bring strong purchasing experience within a manufacturing environment, excellent negotiation skills, and the ability to work effectively with suppliers and internal stakeholders.

Assistant Procurement Manager

Location: Burlington, NJ

Salary: $85,000 - $110,000 + Benefits

Key Responsibilities

Procurement & Supplier Management

• Support procurement planning activities to ensure uninterrupted operations and alignment with business objectives.
• Develop and maintain strong supplier relationships while supporting contract negotiations related to pricing, quality, and delivery.
• Analyze supplier proposals, compare bids, and assist in supplier selection and contract award decisions.
• Monitor supplier performance through key metrics including quality, on-time delivery, pricing accuracy, and order fulfillment.
• Collaborate with Technical, Manufacturing, Sales, Quality, Finance, and Planning teams to address material issues and ensure supply continuity.
• Assist with sourcing, qualifying, and onboarding new suppliers.
• Support procurement budgeting, reporting, and cost-saving initiatives.
• Participate in ERP optimization projects and process improvement initiatives.

Inventory & Supply Planning

• Assist in managing raw material and packaging inventories to maintain adequate stock levels.
• Monitor inventory requirements based on production schedules, forecasts, and customer demand.
• Develop and maintain vendor-supported inventory programs.
• Partner with internal departments to communicate future material requirements to suppliers.
• Analyze forecasts and demand trends to support production and inventory planning.

Leadership & Continuous Improvement

• Support departmental initiatives focused on operational excellence and continuous improvement.
• Communicate procurement risks, material shortages, and supplier concerns to leadership while providing recommendations for resolution.
• Participate in cross-functional committees related to procurement, planning, and operations.
• Promote a culture of innovation, accountability, and teamwork.
• Ensure compliance with environmental, health, safety, quality, and ISO standards.

Qualifications

Required

• Bachelor's degree in Business Administration, Supply Chain, Accounting, Operations Management, or a related field.
• 3-5 years of procurement, purchasing, supply chain, or related experience.
• At least 1 year of supervisory or leadership experience.
• 3+ years of experience within a manufacturing environment.
• Strong understanding of procurement processes, contract administration, and supplier relationship management.
• Experience negotiating supplier pricing and commercial agreements.
• Excellent analytical, organizational, and problem-solving skills.
• Strong ERP system experience and proficiency with data-driven decision-making.
• Advanced Microsoft Office skills, particularly Excel and PowerPoint.
• Ability to travel periodically as business needs require.

Preferred

• Knowledge of import/export regulations and customs requirements.
• Experience supporting ERP implementations, optimization projects, or process automation initiatives.

Physical & Work Environment

• Primarily based onsite in Burlington, NJ, with work performed in both office and manufacturing plant environments.
• Frequent sitting, standing, walking, and communication with employees, suppliers, and leadership.
• Occasional handling of materials and equipment.
• Exposure to plant conditions including varying temperatures, dust, noise, and manufacturing operations.
• Personal protective equipment required while in production areas.

Equal Opportunity Employer/Veterans/Disabled

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The Company will consider qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records in accordance with federal, state, and local laws and/or security clearance requirements, including, as applicable:

• The California Fair Chance Act
• Los Angeles City Fair Chance Ordinance
• Los Angeles County Fair Chance Ordinance for Employers
• San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance

Pay Details: $85,000.00 to $110,000.00 per year

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Equal Opportunity Employer/Veterans/Disabled

Military connected talent encouraged to apply

To read our Candidate Privacy Information Statement, which explains how we will use your information, please navigate to https://www.lhh.com/us/en/candidate-privacy

The Company will consider qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records in accordance with federal, state, and local laws and/or security clearance requirements, including, as applicable:

• The California Fair Chance Act
• Los Angeles City Fair Chance Ordinance
• Los Angeles County Fair Chance Ordinance for Employers
• San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance

Massachusetts Candidates Only: It is unlawful in Massachusetts to require or administer a lie detector test as a condition of employment or continued employment. An employer who violates this law shall be subject to criminal penalties and civil liability.