Procurement Manager

http://www.teamcss.net/ • Sulphur, LA

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About The Position

The Corporate Purchasing Manager is responsible for overseeing all procurement and sourcing activities across the organization. This role ensures the company acquires the materials, goods, and services necessary for operations in a cost-effective, timely, and strategic manner. The ideal candidate is analytical, highly organized, skilled in negotiation, and capable of leading purchasing processes while maintaining strong vendor relationships. This individual must balance cost management with risk mitigation, contract accuracy, and supplier performance to support companywide operational success.

Requirements

• 5+ years of experience in purchasing, procurement, or supply chain leadership.
• Experience supervising Buyers or Purchasing Agents.
• Strong understanding of commercial contracts, supplier negotiations, and procurement best practices.
• Knowledge of procurement software, tools, and inventory systems.
• Strong negotiation skills and the ability to evaluate complex supplier proposals.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Highly organized, capable of managing multiple priorities, timelines, and vendor relationships.
• Team-oriented, collaborative, and capable of leading procurement functions across departments.
• Strong analytical thinker with attention to detail and sound judgment in purchasing decisions.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, PowerPoint).
• Comfortable working with vendor databases, procurement systems, and purchasing dashboards.
• High school education.

Nice To Haves

• A confident, detail-driven procurement leader with strong negotiation and vendor-management skills.
• Someone who combines analytical discipline with operational awareness and strategic thinking.
• A relationship-builder who maintains professionalism with vendors, internal stakeholders, and leadership.
• A proactive problem-solver who thrives in a fast-paced environment and drives continuous improvement.

Responsibilities

• Manage the complete procurement lifecycle for all materials, goods, and services.
• Research, evaluate, and compare suppliers based on cost, quality, reliability, and technical support.
• Identify new vendor opportunities and maintain the approved vendor list in the company system.
• Communicate with suppliers regarding pricing, availability, delivery timelines, and issue resolution.
• Meet with vendors to review requirements, negotiate terms, and strengthen long-term relationships.
• Negotiate supplier contracts, pricing agreements, commercial terms, and service-level expectations.
• Draft, maintain, and manage all vendor pricing agreements and procurement-related contracts.
• Apply knowledge of contract clauses and risk-mitigation practices to protect company interests.
• Develop inventory controls and monitor demand for materials.
• Assist in planning and budgeting the company’s annual procurement spend.
• Implement cost-saving strategies, supplier consolidation, and continuous improvement opportunities.
• Plan and oversee the work of Buyers and Purchasing Agents.
• Hire, train, and develop purchasing staff to support department effectiveness.
• Work closely with operations, finance, and leadership to align purchasing strategies with organizational goals.
• Collaborate to improve processes, enhance reporting accuracy, and increase procurement efficiency.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Manager
• Education Level: High school or GED
• Number of Employees: 11-50 employees