Procurement and Sourcing Manager

Dogwood Industries LLC•Everett, WA

2h•$120,000 - $170,000•Onsite

About The Position

Dogwood Industries is seeking an experienced Sourcing and Procurement Manager to ensure the reliable, efficient, and cost-effective flow of materials that supports uninterrupted operations. The role builds vendor partnerships, improves sourcing and planning, supports new product development (NPI) and production performance, and reduces the overall cost of goods sold. The manager works with Engineering, Business Development, project teams, and operations planning to develop sourcing solutions and supply chain strategies for new products. Responsibilities include supporting purchasing forecasts, cost estimates, and budgets during product development; sourcing specialty materials and hardware; negotiating with suppliers; securing long-lead materials; and overseeing procurement execution and compliance. The role manages and leads three procurement buyers, monitors procurement costs against budgets, oversees purchase orders and invoice discrepancies, and drives process improvements and operational excellence. This is a full-time, in-office position at Dogwood Industries’ Everett Factory in Everett, Washington. Hybrid work is not available. Travel to the Sedro-Woolley Factory or Bothell Corporate Office may be needed. The position is primarily office-based, with possible visits to manufacturing facilities or jobsites to collaborate and inspect materials. Compensation is $120,000–$170,000 annually, depending on experience and qualifications. Work exceeding 40 hours per week may be required from time to time.

Requirements

Effective interpersonal skills and professional verbal and written communication skills.
Confidence maintaining vendor partnerships and conducting supplier negotiations.
Attention to detail and ability to read and understand technical information to ensure purchase order accuracy.
Ability to manage and prioritize multiple tasks in a fast-paced, dynamic environment.
Ability to lead, mentor, and provide clear guidance to others.
Ability to work independently, meet deadlines, and collaborate with other functions.

Responsibilities

Work with Engineering and Business Development to identify technical sourcing solutions.
Own the supply chain strategy for new product development projects.
Support program teams with purchasing forecasts, cost estimates, and development-phase budgets to help ensure successful production scaling at launch.
Partner with Business Development and Engineering to influence sourcing decisions that create long-term strategic value with suppliers.
Source specialty materials and hardware to meet engineering and customer requirements.
Lead supplier negotiations, secure long-lead materials, develop alternative sourcing strategies, and ensure procurement complies with contractual and legal requirements.
Collaborate with project and operations planning teams to support successful job execution.
Manage and lead three procurement buyers to meet project delivery deadlines.
Report procurement cost-to-complete regularly and analyze jobs against budget.
Minimize expediting by making major purchases of long-lead and critical materials.
Oversee purchase order issuance, review invoice discrepancies, and ensure vendors are paid correctly and on time.
Evaluate procurement processes, identify problem areas, and implement improvements.
Promote accountability, operational excellence, continuous improvement, and customer focus, aligning customer objectives with day-to-day procurement execution.