Procurement Manager

Aston Carter • Baltimore, MD

9d • $95,000 - $155,000 • Onsite

About The Position

The Procurement Manager leads end-to-end procurement and supply chain activities for a state-of-the-art manufacturing facility. The role oversees strategic sourcing, supplier management, production planning, warehousing, and logistics, driving cost optimization, supply reliability, and operational excellence. The manager will build and scale the supply chain organization to support a growing global manufacturer of highly engineered cable products.

This is a permanent, fully onsite position based at a modern manufacturing facility in Baltimore, Maryland. It requires regular presence on the production floor and in warehouse and logistics areas. Hours are standard weekdays, typically Monday through Friday from approximately 7:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m. or 8:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. The environment is fast-paced and growth-oriented, with expanding production volumes and ongoing process improvements. The listed annual pay range is $95,000 to $155,000. Individual compensation depends on qualifications, skills, experience, job knowledge, location, internal equity, and other job-related factors.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Supply Chain Management, Engineering, Business, Logistics, or a related field.
• At least 7 years of combined procurement, planning, and/or logistics or warehouse experience in an industrial or manufacturing environment.
• Demonstrated experience in procurement management, including sourcing strategies and supplier management.
• Strong knowledge of production planning, warehouse management, and logistics in a manufacturing setting.
• Proficiency with ERP systems.
• Proficiency with the Microsoft Office Suite.
• Proven ability to lead and develop teams in a supply chain or warehouse environment.

Nice To Haves

• SAP experience.

Responsibilities

• Lead procurement activities across assigned categories, including sourcing, supplier selection, contract negotiation, and supplier performance management.
• Develop and implement procurement strategies that support operational goals, cost optimization, and long-term business objectives.
• Identify and execute cost-saving opportunities through total cost of ownership analysis and cross-functional collaboration.
• Manage supplier relationships and maintain market knowledge of materials, equipment, and industrial service providers.
• Support strategic sourcing initiatives and group-wide agreements in partnership with Corporate Procurement teams.
• Monitor market trends, pricing, and supply risks, and ensure compliance with procurement policies and contract terms.
• Own production planning and scheduling in coordination with Operations to align materials and capacity with demand.
• Lead receiving, warehousing, and shipping operations, including inbound and outbound logistics, freight and carrier management, and on-time delivery performance.
• Manage inventory levels, cycle counts, and warehouse accuracy across raw materials, work in progress, and finished goods.
• Supervise, coach, and develop the planning, warehousing, and shipping/receiving team across shifts.
• Ensure compliance with safety, Department of Transportation, export, and customs requirements in logistics and warehouse activities.
• Drive warehouse layout optimization and process improvements to support growing production volumes.
• Partner with Operations, Engineering, Maintenance, Quality Control/Quality Assurance, and other internal stakeholders to align supply chain activities with plant needs.
• Use ERP systems and procurement/planning tools to manage purchasing, inventory, and logistics activities, including reporting and data analysis.
• Support and lead continuous improvement initiatives that enhance supply chain efficiency, supplier performance, and operational reliability.
• Build and scale the supply chain organization, including processes, systems, and team capabilities, as the facility grows.

Benefits

• Healthcare coverage, including medical, dental, vision, and prescription drugs, available the first of the month following the date of hire.
• 401(k) with match.
• Life insurance.
• AD&D insurance.
• Short-term disability.
• Paid time off (PTO).
• Paid holidays.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Manager