Procurement Manager

Aston Carter•Camarillo, CA

3d•$90,000 - $90,000•Onsite

About The Position

The Procurement Manager oversees purchasing and supplier management activities to ensure materials, products, and services are sourced at the right cost, quality, and timing. The role manages vendor relationships, negotiates pricing and contracts, monitors supplier performance, and partners with operations, finance, inventory, and other internal teams. This office-based role oversees a team of two buyers and focuses on procurement analytics, KPI development, inventory monitoring, supplier and vendor management, and potentially onboarding new vendors. The position is based fully onsite in Camarillo, California, Monday through Friday.

Requirements

At least 5 years of experience in procurement, purchasing, sourcing, or supply chain.
Previous experience managing vendors and negotiating contracts.
Strong analytical, negotiation, and problem-solving skills.
Proficiency with ERP or purchasing systems and Microsoft Excel.
Strong communication and cross-functional collaboration skills.

Nice To Haves

A bachelor's degree in Supply Chain, Business, Operations, Finance, or a related field is preferred but not required.
Experience in a manufacturing, distribution, or product-based environment.
Strategic sourcing and supplier management experience.
Inventory and demand-planning knowledge.
Experience identifying and executing cost-reduction initiatives.
Strong understanding of purchasing metrics, supplier KPIs, and total cost of ownership.
APICS/ASCM CSCP or CPSM certification.
Bilingual capabilities.

Responsibilities

Manage day-to-day procurement and purchasing activities.
Develop and maintain relationships with suppliers and vendors.
Negotiate pricing, terms, contracts, and service agreements.
Identify opportunities for cost savings and improved purchasing efficiencies.
Monitor supplier performance, lead times, quality, and delivery.
Manage purchase orders and ensure timely delivery of materials and supplies.
Partner with operations and inventory teams to maintain appropriate inventory levels and qualify new suppliers when needed.
Resolve supplier, pricing, delivery, and quality issues.
Track procurement spend and report on costs, savings, and supplier performance.
Support budgeting, forecasting, and inventory planning activities.
Develop and maintain procurement policies and processes.
Help mitigate supply chain risk by identifying alternate suppliers and sourcing strategies.
Ensure purchasing activities comply with company policies and applicable requirements.
Oversee a team of two buyers.
Develop and manage KPIs, monitor inventory levels and quantities, and potentially onboard new vendors.