Regional Procurement Manager - North America

PERMA PIPE INC•The Woodlands, TX

4d•$135,000 - $145,000•Onsite

About The Position

Perma-Pipe is looking for an experienced Regional Procurement Manager - Americas. The Regional Procurement Manager, North America is responsible for leading and optimizing procurement activities across multiple operating sites throughout the region. This role partners closely with business unit leaders and cross-functional teams to ensure effective sourcing strategies, inventory optimization, supplier management, and compliance with company policies and procedures. The successful candidate will drive cost savings initiatives, strengthen supplier relationships, support operational excellence, and oversee procurement processes that support business growth and continuity across North America. The role is situated in the United States in either Lebanon, TN, Hebron OH, Rolling Meadows IL, or The Woodlands, TX. This is not a remote or hybrid office position. Perma-Pipe International Holdings, Inc is a dynamic, global supplier of pipe coating solutions and factory pre-insulated piping systems serving the oil & gas, district heating and cooling, and industrial markets. With a strong focus on quality, safety, and innovation.

Requirements

Bachelor's Degree in Business, Supply Chain, Engineering, or a related field.
15+ years of procurement, purchasing, or supply chain experience.
Prior experience in a manufacturing environment strongly preferred.
Experience working with ERP systems.
Proficiency in Microsoft Office applications.
Customer Focus
Strategic Decision Making
Integrity and Ethics
Leadership
Negotiation Skills
Strong Communication Skills

Nice To Haves

Certified Purchasing Manager (C.P.M.) designation preferred.
PMP certification preferred.

Responsibilities

Lead procurement activities across all North American operating sites.
Evaluate, select, and manage suppliers in accordance with company policies.
Identify and develop reliable supplier partnerships to ensure cost-effective and timely supply.
Negotiate contracts, pricing agreements, and service arrangements with suppliers.
Coordinate centralized procurement of major raw materials and capital expenditures.
Secure pricing agreements and support budgeting for projects and operational requirements.
Locate and qualify suppliers to ensure business continuity and supply chain resilience.
Optimize inventory levels across operating sites to achieve business targets.
Improve inventory utilization and reduce slow-moving and excess inventory.
Ensure uninterrupted material flow to support production and operational requirements.
Analyze market conditions and supply trends to anticipate material availability and mitigate risk.
Collaborate across sites and regions to leverage global sourcing opportunities and cost-saving strategies.
Coordinate contract manufacturing activities as needed.
Develop and implement procurement and contract management procedures.
Review purchasing reports and key performance metrics.
Identify improvement opportunities and lead corrective and preventive actions.
Ensure annual review and renegotiation of ongoing service and purchase contracts.
Coordinate with internal and external auditors, including ISO auditors, to maintain compliance with company policies and procedures.
Approve purchase orders within assigned authorization limits.
Assess resource requirements and obtain management approval as needed.
Identify staff training and development needs.
Conduct performance evaluations and support employee growth.
Collaborate with supply planning, logistics, finance, and operations teams to achieve procurement objectives.
Perform additional projects and responsibilities as assigned.