Procurement Manager

Job Title: Procurement Manager

Job Description

The Procurement Manager leads the procurement function to ensure that plants and operations consistently receive the products, components, and resources they need to run effectively. This role collaborates closely with cross-functional teams to optimize purchasing processes and systems, drive cost savings, and identify continuous improvement opportunities that enhance profitability. The position requires a seasoned procurement professional with deep experience in the agriculture or oil and gas industry and a strong track record in sourcing, contracting, and post-award management.

Responsibilities

• Lead the procurement team to ensure plants and operations have the products, components, and resources required to maintain uninterrupted operations.
• Develop and execute procurement strategies that support organizational goals, including cost optimization, quality assurance, and timely delivery.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to streamline procurement processes, improve systems, and enhance overall supply chain efficiency.
• Oversee sourcing activities, including identifying suppliers, evaluating proposals, and negotiating contracts to secure favorable terms and conditions.
• Manage the full lifecycle of contracts, including post-award management, to ensure compliance with contractual obligations and performance expectations.
• Coordinate and manage purchase orders to ensure accuracy, timeliness, and alignment with operational requirements and budget constraints.
• Monitor supplier performance and maintain strong relationships with key vendors to ensure reliability, quality, and continuous improvement.
• Identify and implement process improvements and cost-saving opportunities across procurement and supply chain activities to drive profitability.
• Collaborate with multi-discipline teams, including finance, operations, and other stakeholders, to align procurement activities with broader business objectives.
• Use project management practices to plan, execute, and monitor procurement-related projects, ensuring they are delivered on time and within scope.
• Leverage data and analytics, including reports and dashboards, to track procurement performance and support informed decision-making.
• Ensure procurement activities adhere to internal policies, procedures, and relevant industry standards.

Essential Skills

• Bachelor's degree or higher in Business Administration, Finance, Economics, or a related field.
• A minimum of 10+ years of relevant experience as a Procurement professional or Procurement Manager, or in a similar role within the agriculture (AG) or oil and gas (O&G) industry.
• Demonstrable track record of delivery in sourcing, contracting, and post-award management roles.
• Proven experience managing purchase orders and procurement processes in a complex operational environment.
• Ability to perform effectively in a team environment, interfacing with suppliers and multi-discipline teams.
• Strong agile and collaborative working style with the ability to build effective relationships across functions.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite, particularly Excel, PowerPoint, and Word.
• Strong organizational skills with the ability to manage multiple priorities and deadlines.
• Excellent communication and negotiation skills, both written and verbal.
• High level of integrity and professionalism in handling procurement activities and supplier relationships.

Additional Skills & Qualifications

• Experience within the agriculture (AG) or oil and gas (O&G) industry, with familiarity of industry-specific supply chains and vendor networks.
• Project management experience, including planning, executing, and monitoring procurement-related projects.
• SAP experience or familiarity with SAP-based procurement and ERP systems.
• Experience working in financially strong, growth-oriented organizations with a focus on long-term success.
• Demonstrated ability to adapt to change and contribute to a culture that values learning and continuous improvement.

Work Environment

The role operates within a stable, financially strong organization with more than 80 years of proven success and a consistent record of winning new projects. The work environment emphasizes collaboration, adaptability, and continuous learning, offering the opportunity to expand your expertise while contributing to a thriving business. You will work closely with cross-functional teams, including operations, finance, and other disciplines, in a fast-paced setting that requires strong organization and reliability. The culture values long-term success, encourages innovation in processes and systems, and supports professional growth through exposure to complex procurement and supply chain challenges.

Job Type & Location

This is a Permanent position based out of Phoenix, AZ.

Pay and Benefits

The pay range for this position is $100000.00 - $105000.00/yr.

Eligibility requirements apply to some benefits and may depend on your job classification and length of employment. Benefits are subject to change and may be subject to specific elections, plan, or program terms. If eligible, the benefits available for this temporary role may include the following:

• Medical, dental & vision
• Critical Illness, Accident, and Hospital
• 401(k) Retirement Plan - Pre-tax and Roth post-tax contributions available
• Life Insurance (Voluntary Life & AD&D for the employee and dependents)
• Short and long-term disability
• Health Spending Account (HSA)
• Transportation benefits
• Employee Assistance Program
• Time Off/Leave (PTO, Vacation or Sick Leave)

Workplace Type

This is a fully onsite position in Phoenix,AZ.

Application Deadline

This position is anticipated to close on Jun 19, 2026.

About Actalent

Actalent is a global leader in engineering and sciences services and talent solutions. We help visionary companies advance their engineering and science initiatives through access to specialized experts who drive scale, innovation and speed to market. With a network of almost 20,000 consultants and 5,000 clients across the U.S., Canada, Asia and Europe, Actalent serves many of the Fortune 500. We are proud to be an Engineering News-Record (ENR) Top 500 Design Firm for our engineering design services and a ClearlyRated Best of Staffing winner for both client and talent service.

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