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Pioneer Management Consulting 4.0
Purchasing manager job in Minneapolis, MN
A leading management consulting firm seeks a Principal Consultant to drive sourcing strategies for major capital projects in Minneapolis. The ideal candidate will have extensive experience in strategic sourcing, supply chain leadership, and a proven record in large-scale projects exceeding $500M. Responsibilities include advising executives and leading project sourcing strategies, ensuring compliance, and mentoring future leaders. A competitive compensation package is offered.
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$80k-107k yearly est. 3d ago
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SAP Supply Chain Delivery Lead - Retail/Consumer Goods
Accenture 4.7
Purchasing manager job in Minneapolis, MN
We Are:
Accenture's SAP practice, and we live to see how this can transform the way we live and work. We are the industry-leader for building SAP Retail and Fashion solutions and we're curious and always learning. We are assembling a talented team and providing our people with opportunities to gain new skills, training, and experience.
Additionally, the Retail industry is going through remarkable levels of transformation as they are developing new business models, new digital sales channels, analytics capabilities to understand customer needs, and transforming internal operations for efficiencies.
SAP technologies power these organizations with modern cloud-based and AI-enabled solutions, and Accenture is the undisputed market leader in this industry. We are continuously expanding our SAP team with advisory skills to continue to drive transformation at scale for our clients.
You Are:
Do you have a passion for storytelling and for originating, selling and delivering SAP-based Supply Chain Transformation projects that make a positive impact in your clients' business? Are you inspired by working with the best companies in their industries? Want a role that provides you with a sense of purpose and satisfaction?
Then join Accenture and build a rewarding career improving the way the world works and lives, as you help clients innovate with leading-edge SAP and Accenture Supply Chain solutions and technologies on some of the most innovative projects in the world
You will thrive in our highly collaborative, digitally-driven and innovation-led environment while nurturing your talent for thoughtful and game changing solutions in our inclusive culture that values diversity of ideas, experiences and backgrounds.
Ultimately, you are a confident Leader who spots and stays ahead of the SAP platform, industry and Supply Chain trends and knows how to translate client goals into clear and actionable outcomes that everyone can get behind. You know how to fully utilize the capabilities of various SAP platforms to drive business value, transform end-to-end functions and drive leading practices for your clients in markets all over the globe. The more complex their challenges, the more excited you are about leading the charge to solve them.
The Work:
Team with clients on their SAP functional transformation programs through your combined SAP application and functional process expertise which includes your ability to:
* Engage with senior client executives on the business challenges/trends and the potential value of SAP solutions (current & future)
* Lead customers in defining their SAP journey through the development of business cases & roadmaps including during sales origination, proposal development and client presentations
* Architect E2E solutions that leverage SAP technologies, custom apps, & add on partner solutions
* Advise, design and deliver solutions based on the latest industry and technology best practices leveraging a SAP solutions and embedded innovation.
* Lead large project teams of varying size and scope - helping them achieve transformational roadmaps - onsite with clients or within Accenture
* Become a trusted expert and advisor to your clients, team, and Accenture Leadership by staying current on regulations, trends, and innovations across your area of expertise
* Be a thought leader, build assets and best practices and develop the next level of transformation experts
Travel may be required for this role. The amount of travel will vary from 0 to 100% depending on business need and client requirements
Qualification
Here's what you need:
* Minimum of 8 years proven experience as a Delivery Lead, being accountable for running the day-to-day of large SAP transformation programs in Supply Chain and Retail while advising clients on how to create roadmap and business case, set up and mobilize, drive the execution and successful business outcomes for large SAP programs
* Minimum 8 years of experience leading SAP transformation programs that support Retail and Consumer Goods clients (SAP support / managed services experience will not be considered for this requirement)
* Minimum 4 end-to-end SAP S/4 implementations, including project planning, estimation and solution architecture for SAP Supply Chain and Retail Clients
* Experience managing large SAP delivery teams (50-100 people), including in a Global Delivery model
* Prior experience in a Consulting/Advisory role
* Bachelor's degree or equivalent (minimum 12 years' work experience). If Associate's Degree, must have equivalent minimum 6-year work experience
Compensation at Accenture varies depending on a wide array of factors, which may include but are not limited to the specific office location, role, skill set, and level of experience. As required by local law, Accenture provides a reasonable range of compensation for roles that may be hired as set forth below. We accept applications on an on-going basis and there is no fixed deadline to apply.
Information on benefits is here.
Role Location Annual Salary Range
California $132,500 to $338,300
Cleveland $122,700 to $270,600
Colorado $132,500 to $292,200
District of Columbia $141,100 to $311,200
Illinois $122,700 to $292,200
Maryland $132,500 to $292,200
Massachusetts $132,500 to $311,200
Minnesota $132,500 to $292,200
New York/New Jersey $122,700 to $338,300
Washington $141,100 to $311,200
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$141.1k-311.2k yearly 6d ago
Global Sourcing Manager
Apg Solutions 4.5
Purchasing manager job in Fridley, MN
ABOUT US:
apg ️ is a global manufacturer of POS and cash management solutions, widely respected as the supplier of choice for retail, grocery, convenience, hospitality, bakery, quick-serve restaurants, and other environments. Our innovative products, such as general application and custom cash drawers, mobility solutions, smarttill ️ Intelligent Cash Drawers, currentsee ️ middleware, mobile carts, kiosks, and POS peripherals, enhance efficiency and security at the point of sale globally.
PURPOSE:
The Global Sourcing Manager is responsible for developing and executing global sourcing strategies to ensure cost-effective, high-quality, and reliable supply of goods and services. This role manages supplier relationships, negotiates contracts, evaluates global markets, and works cross-functionally with engineering, quality, operations, and logistics teams to support business objectives. The Manager will identify, report and deliver cost savings and have accountability of procurement performance metrics.
RESPONSIBILITIES:
Strategic Sourcing:
Develop and implement global sourcing strategies aligned with business and operational goals
Identify, evaluate, and qualify global suppliers across multiple regions
Lead the implementation and execution of sourcing strategies for direct spend in assigned categories
Conduct market analysis and cost benchmarking to optimize spend
Drive procurement optimization initiatives, including supplier rationalization, lead time reduction, MOQ (minimum order quantities) and terms optimization, Make vs. Buy analysis, and supplier innovation development
Supplier Management:
Select, onboard, and manage strategic suppliers
Evaluate supplier capacity and capabilities and seek new sources of technology to support business needs
Perform supplier performance reviews based on cost, quality, delivery, and service
Drive supplier development and continuous improvement initiatives
Monitor and resolve supplier disputes, delivery, performance, or quality issues as last step
Cost Management and Negotiation:
Lead contract negotiations to achieve favorable pricing, terms, and risk mitigation
Track market trends in commodities and report on potential supply constraints
Achieve year-over-year cost savings and value creation targets
Identify cost-reduction and value engineering opportunities
Risk and Compliance:
Assess and mitigate supply chain risks (geopolitical, financial, operational)
Ensure compliance with trade regulations, tariffs, and import/export requirements
Proactively identify and recommend potential alternative sources of supply to support enterprise wide cost savings targets and mitigation of risk to support business continuity plans
Support business continuity and dual-sourcing strategies
Cross-Functional Collaboration:
Partner with engineering, manufacturing, quality, logistics, and finance teams
Support new product introductions and supplier readiness
Drive alignment between sourcing, planning, and operations
All other duties as assigned
KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES:
A strong understanding of various ERP systems (like Visual, SAP, Oracle, or Microsoft Dynamics) and their modules (including finance, supply chain, and HR) is essential; knowledge of Infor Visual is a bonus
Strong negotiation and contract management skills
Analytical and financial acumen
Knowledge of international trade, Incoterms, and global logistics
Excellent verbal and written communication skills
Strong interpersonal and customer service skills
Excellent organizational skills with exceptional attention to detail
Excellent time management skills with a proven ability to meet deadlines
Ability to function well in a high-paced and at times stressful environment
Proficient with Microsoft Office Suite, including MS Word, PowerPoint, and Excel
Strong analytical and problem-solving skills
Ability to adapt to the needs of the organization and employees
Ability to prioritize tasks and to delegate them when appropriate
REQUIREMENTS:
Bachelor's degree in supply chain management, business, engineering, or related field (Master's preferred)
5-10+ years of experience in global sourcing, procurement, or supply chain
Proven experience negotiating international supplier agreements
Experience in a manufacturing, distribution, or operations environment, preferred
$81k-108k yearly est. 3d ago
Commodity Manager II
Ergotron 4.1
Purchasing manager job in Eagan, MN
Ergotron, Inc. is a global leader in designing ergonomic solutions that connect people and technology to enhance human performance, health and happiness. Using the Technology of Movement™, Ergotron builds products and custom solutions that help people feel a new sense of energy in healthcare, industrial and office settings, both at home and on-site.
Through its 40-year history, Ergotron has led the industry with innovative, professional-grade products and customer-focused service. The company has earned more than 200 patents and established a growing portfolio of award-winning brands including WorkFit and CareFit™, and patented Constant Force™ and LiFeKinnex™ technologies. Ergotron is headquartered in St. Paul, Minnesota, with a presence in North America, EMEA and Asia Pacific. For more information, please visit *****************
Position Summary:
This position will conduct global Strategic Sourcing activities and projects as part of Supply Chain operations. The Commodity Manager II will be responsible for driving, maintaining and executing strategic sourcing direction including source discovery, selection, development, contract, cost, performance to align with goals and objectives. The Commodity Manager II will provide sourcing and project management leadership working with cross-functional teams. The candidate will drive key initiatives in cost savings objectives, speed and flexibility and risk mitigation. This position has responsibility for the direct impact through implementation, management and evaluation of all phases of sourcing operations.
Position Responsibilities:
Initiate and drive commodity strategy with internal requirements and strategic objectives on complex commodities.
Promote operational efficiency, facalitiate and influence cross-functional collaboration
Proven strong negotiation skills to achieve price, terms, statements of work, technical requirements and contracts.
Generate, plan, execute and implement impactful cost savings projects .
Discover, develop, audit and enhance relationships with strategic suppliers.
Identify and manage supply base risk including market assessments, financial assessments, social responsibility, environment, ethics, etc. and report out information to leadership.
Establish commodity and supply base optimization strategies and action plans.
Lead cross functional groups to develop and qualify materials, components, processes, assemblies and suppliers.
Collaborate with engineering, procurement, quality and other teams to ensure alignment.
Complete projects and tasks to meet deliverables and deadlines
Work with supply base to identify and optimize safety, quality, delivery, and cost initiates.
Ensures compliance with all applicable regulation and standards governing the purchase and delivery of goods.
Additional duties as requested.
Supports “Lean Business Enterprise” initiatives for continuous process improvement and waste elimination.
Position Requirements (Knowledge and Experience):
Bachelor's Degree in Business, Engineering, Materials/Procurement Mgmt, or equivalent experience.
Minimum 7+ years' experience in Strategic Sourcing.
Oracle or equivalent ERP expreience
International Supply Chain Experience
Project management skills and experience working with cross-functional teams
Demonstrated ability to lead, negotiate and implement complex contracts.
Knowledge of manufacturing processes, delivery/scheduling tools and techniques, basic technical knowledge, materials expertise, and quality controls and basic design concepts.
Demonstrated problem solving capability, implementing change, and leading through others
Ability to understand and apply Total Cost of Ownership principles.
MS Office Experience - reporting and analytics
Ability to travel domestically and internationally as needed up to 30%.
Must be able to perform the physical requirements of the job as described to you for the position.
Benefits:
Being able to solve complex problems within a passion-filled environment is rewarded by a comprehensive and competitive benefits package, allowing for work and life balance.
At Ergotron, we are committed to moving you forward with leading benefits and reward programs. Beyond a fast-paced, innovative work environment, we offer a comprehensive and competitive pay and benefits package, including but not limited to; medical, dental, vision, life, disability, tuition reimbursement, 401k with match, and an Employee Assistance Program (EAP).
We work hard and we recharge. With five weeks of Paid Time Off (PTO), eleven paid holidays and summer hours our employees have ample time throughout the year to spend with family and friends, traveling or relaxing.
We are proud to support our employees and their growing families by offering ten weeks of paid maternity leave, four weeks of paid paternity leave, and three days of paid grandparents leave.
Both our newest and our most tenured employees are formally recognized. Our career milestones program ensures that our new team members feel welcome and rewards employees at five years, ten years, fifteen years and beyond.
ONE Core Values:
Customer-Centric Innovation
Built to Last
Always Improving
Integrity
$82k-110k yearly est. 1d ago
Supply Chain Manager
Winsted Control Room Solutions 4.1
Purchasing manager job in Eagan, MN
Winsted is seeking a Supply Chain Manager to lead planning, sourcing, procurement, and inventory optimization for our engineered control room consoles and technical furniture. In this role, you'll partner closely with Engineering, Manufacturing, and Sales to ensure materials availability, supplier performance, and cost-effective delivery in a high-mix manufacturing environment.
You will build supplier relationships, implement scalable planning and inventory processes, and drive performance improvements in lead time, quality, service levels, and cost.
Primary Responsibilities
Supply Chain Planning and Strategy
· Develop and implement supply chain strategies that align with company goals and objectives
· Conduct demand forecasting and capacity planning to ensure supply meets customer demand
· Identify and implement process improvements to enhance supply chain efficiency and effectiveness
Supplier Management and Negotiation
· Build and maintain strong relationships with suppliers, negotiating favorable terms and conditions
· Monitor supplier performance and ensure compliance with quality standards and delivery schedules
· Conduct supplier audits and evaluations to identify and mitigate risks in the supply chain
Inventory Management and Optimization
· Oversee inventory mgmt. processes to ensure optimal stock levels and minimize excess inventory
· Implement inventory control procedures to track and manage stock levels accurately
· Analyze inventory data to identify trends and make data-driven decisions to optimize inventory
Team Leadership and Development
· Manage and lead the supply chain team, providing direction, support, and development opportunities
· Foster a collaborative and high-performance culture within the team
· Conduct performance reviews, provide feedback, and implement training programs to enhance team skills and capabilities
Cross-Functional Collaboration and Communication
· Collaborate with other departments, such as warehouse, production, sales and engineering, to ensure seamless supply chain operations
· Communicate supply chain plans and updates to internal and external stakeholders
· Provide regular reports and presentations on supply chain performance, highlighting key metrics and areas for improvement
· Other duties as necessary
Essential Education, Skills & Experience
· Bachelor's degree in Supply Chain Management, Logistics, Business Administration, or a related field
· Minimum of 5 years of experience in supply chain management or a related role
· ERP/MRP expertise (Microsoft Business Central)
· Proven track record of managing and optimizing supply chain operations
· Strong analytical, negotiation, and problem-solving skills
· Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
· Proficiency in supply chain management software and tools
· Demonstrated experience in managing and developing a team
Location
· Eagan, MN
Keywords / Skills
Supply Chain Manager, Manufacturing Supply Chain, Strategic Sourcing, Procurement, BOM-Driven Planning, MRP/ERP Planning, Demand Forecasting, S&OP, Supplier Development, Supplier Performance Scorecards, Inventory Turns, Safety Stock, Cycle Counting, Lead-Time Management, High-Mix Manufacturing, Engineered-to-Order (ETO), Custom Manufacturing, OTIF Delivery, Cost Reduction, PPV, Continuous Improvement
Company Overview
Winsted is a worldwide leader in control room solutions. We design, manufacture and install control room consoles and technical furniture to optimize the efficiency of mission-critical applications. Winsted offers a full line of technical furniture for a wide range of applications and end-user segments. Whether our customers are building a state-of-the-art control room from the ground up or simply upgrading an existing control room, Winsted provides the ideal technical furniture solution. Our experts combine the disciplines of industrial design, ergonomics and interior design to create solutions to optimize operator comfort and productivity. Winsted services customers out of facilities in the US and UK. Our commitment to customer service and product quality is second-to-none in the industry.
Winsted is an Equal Opportunity / Affirmative Action employer committed to diversity in the workplace. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, age, national origin, disability, protected veteran status, gender identity or any other factor protected by applicable federal, state, or local laws.
Winsted is a drug-free workplace and participates in the E-Verify program in certain locations as required by law. Winsted is committed to working with and providing reasonable accommodation to applicants with disabilities.
$84k-122k yearly est. 1d ago
Strategic Buyer
Core 4 Solutions, Inc.
Purchasing manager job in Hopkins, MN
We are seeking a detail-oriented and relationship-driven Strategic Buyer to join our growing team. This role supports and gradually takes shared ownership of supplier relationships, procurement activities, and sourcing strategy across enterprise hardware and infrastructure. The ideal candidate is organized, analytical, and interested in developing into a long-term sourcing and procurement leader.
This position blends hands-on execution and works closely with senior leadership to evaluate supplier offerings, manage vendor relationships, and support purchasing decisions in a fast-moving market.
About Core 4
We specialize in AI hardware, GPUs, and data center solutions that power some of the most demanding workloads in the industry. Our team operates in a high-growth, execution-focused environment where sourcing excellence directly impacts our success.
We are looking for individuals who want to grow with the company and play a meaningful role in building long-term supplier partnerships and procurement strategy.
What You'll Do
Supplier Account Management: Open and manage new supplier accounts across OEMs, distributors, and secondary-market partners
Supplier Relationships: Build and maintain strong relationships with key strategic suppliers
Package Evaluation: Analyze hardware and infrastructure packages for pricing, configuration, availability, and business fit
Procurement Support: Assist with sourcing decisions, negotiations, and ongoing commercial terms
RMA Coordination: Manage and coordinate RMAs with suppliers and manufacturers
Market Intelligence: Track supplier performance, pricing trends, lead times, and reliability
Cross-Functional Collaboration: Work with sales and operations teams to align sourcing with demand
Growth & Ownership: Over time, assume shared or primary responsibility for specific suppliers or sourcing categories. Pay will also increase over time via performance incentives.
What We're Looking For
Strong Communicator: Comfortable building and maintaining professional supplier relationships
Organized & Analytical: Detail-oriented with the ability to evaluate complex hardware packages and pricing
Self-Motivated: Able to operate independently while supporting broader team objectives
Business-Minded: Interest in procurement, sourcing strategy, and commercial decision-making
Tech Curious: Willingness to learn enterprise hardware, data center infrastructure, and AI-related systems
Team Player: Comfortable working closely with senior leadership and cross-functional teams
Experience: Background in procurement, sourcing, supply chain, operations, or vendor management is preferred but not required
Why Join Core 4?
Career Growth: Clear path toward senior sourcing or procurement leadership roles
High-Impact Role: Procurement plays a critical role in our ability to execute and scale
Fast-Growth Environment: Be part of a company operating in one of the fastest-growing technology sectors
Learning Opportunity: Gain hands-on experience across suppliers, pricing, and market dynamics
Proximity to Leadership: Work directly with leadership on sourcing decisions that impact the business
Pay: $75,000.00 - $110,000.00 per year
Job Type
Full-time
Benefits
401(k)
401(k) matching
Dental insurance
Flexible spending account
Health insurance
Health savings account
Paid time off
Vision insurance
Compensation Package
Base salary
Performance bonus
Schedule
8 hour shift
Day shift
Monday to Friday
Overtime
Weekends as needed
Education
Associate degree (Required)
Ability to Commute
Eden Prairie, MN 55346 (Required)
Ability to Relocate
Eden Prairie, MN 55346: Relocate before starting work (Required)
Work Location
In person
$75k-110k yearly 3d ago
Supply Chain Manager
Harland Medical Systems 3.6
Purchasing manager job in Eden Prairie, MN
Job Title: Supply Chain Manager
Department: SG&A
Status: Full Time - Exempt
Reporting To: Global Operations Support Leader (CEO Interim)
The Supply Chain Manager is responsible for overseeing and managing the entire supply chain of the organization, including international sites. This role involves planning, coordinating, and optimizing the flow of goods, services, information, and finances from the point of origin to the point of consumption. Additionally, they will anticipate disruptions and establish effective plans to address challenges in the supply chain.
Key Responsibilities:
Team Leadership
Lead and develop the supply chain team, including training, performance management and more
Foster a collaborative and efficient working environment
Set performance goals and conduct regular reviews with team members
Operations
Oversee all aspects of supply chain operations, including procurement, inventory management, and logistics
Challenge the status quo to Identify, implement and document process improvements to enhance efficiency and reduce costs
Supply Chain Strategy
Develop and implement supply chain strategies for planning, sourcing, manufacturing, delivery, disposal, etc. and align it with business goals and the S&OP process
Monitor market trends and performance metrics to adjust strategies as needed
Shipping and Receiving
Oversee all inbound and outbound shipping activities
Ensure that shipments are accurately documented, tracked, and delivered on time
Manage receiving processes to verify the quantity and quality of materials received
Risk Management
Address supply chain disruptions promptly and ensure team manages to completion
Mitigate risks related to sourcing, transportation and production
Vendor Relations
Collaborate with suppliers to ensure timely delivery of materials
Negotiate contracts, develop and manage relationships with suppliers
Present and monitor supplier scorecards on a recurring basis, present corrective actions as needed
Data Analysis
Analyze supply chain data to identify areas for improvement
Implement cost-effective solutions and process enhancements based on data
Prepare and present regular reports on supply chain performance to senior management
Quality Control
Ensure compliance with quality and safety standards
Monitor product quality throughout supply chain
Inventory Management
Maintain optimal inventory levels to prevent shortages or excess stock
Coordinate storage and distribution efficiently
Education, Qualifications and Experience:
Bachelor's degree in Supply Chain Management, Business Administration, or a related field.
Minimum of 5 years of experience in supply chain management
Strong leadership and team management skills
Strong knowledge of procurement, logistics, inventory management, and distribution
Excellent negotiation, communication and interpersonal skills
Detail oriented with a focus on accuracy and efficiency
Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
Experience with supply chain management software and tools
Strong analytical and problem-solving abilities
Ability to work in a fast-paced environment and manage multiple priorities
Preferred Qualifications:
Certification in supply chain management (e.g., APICS, CSCMP).
Experience in medical manufacturing industry
Working Condition and Health & Safety:
Heated and air-conditioned office environment
Employee is required to use appropriate PPE including, but not limited to, nitrile or latex gloves, lab coat, hair bonnet, shoe covers, beard cover, safety glasses, hearing protection, face shield, or respiratory mask while working in a lab or manufacturing space
Harland Medical System's commitment to ensure employee health and safety is a priority. Personnel engaged in manufacturing shall obtain training required by ISO 13485, FDA 21 CFR part 820, FDA 21 CFR part 210 & 211, and Harland Medical System's internal procedures, where deemed appropriate per assigned job functions.
Physical Demands:
While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to stand and walk on level surfaces for a prolonged period of time. The employee is frequently required to talk and hear; use hands to finger, handle or feel; and reach with hands and arms above shoulder height and below the waist. This position may occasionally be exposed to areas that require the use of personal protective equipment such as safety glasses with side shields and mandatory hearing protection.
$90k-121k yearly est. 17h ago
Materials and Procurement Manager
General Dynamics Mission Systems 4.9
Purchasing manager job in Bloomington, MN
Basic Qualifications
• Bachelor's degree is required or equivalent combination of education and relevant work experience, plus a minimum of 10 years of relevant experience; or • Master's degree plus a minimum of 8 years of relevant experience to meet managerial expectations.
CLEARANCE REQUIREMENTS:
Applicants selected will be subject to a U.S. Government security investigation and must meet eligibility requirements for access to classified information. Due to the nature of work performed within our facilities, U.S. citizenship is required.
Responsibilities for this Position
General Dynamics Mission Systems has an immediate opening for a Materials and Procurement Manager. The position provides an opportunity to enhance the performance and profitability of an organization that supports some of our nation's fundamental defense services. General Dynamics Mission Systems employees work closely with esteemed customers to develop solutions that allow them to carry out high-stakes national security missions.
Overview:
A Manufacturing Planning Supervisor/Manager oversees production planning, material control, and workflow coor-dination to meet program and customer delivery requirements. They lead cross-functional teams, manage depart-mental goals, and drive continuous improvement initiatives while ensuring efficient resource utilization and effective conflict resolution.
Key Responsibilities:
• Manages depart activities - hiring, discipline, performance management, & salary planning.
• Leads cross-functional teams, liaison between programs team, functional areas, and suppliers.
• Performs financial analysis to support strategic decision-making.
• Anticipates customer requirements & develops supportive actions.
• Practices cycle time management, establishes budgets, KPIs, & metrics.
• Reviews & coordinates purchase requisitions, ensuring efficient processing & supplier negotiations.
• Develops new supply sources & recommends cost-saving alternatives.
• Understand who their critical suppliers are to understand impact to customer.
• Leads supply chain efforts, ensuring supplier performance & developing strategies to meet customer expectations.
• Leads material proposal activities, manages material estimations & procurement documentation for MDR/FMR.
• Develops DTUPC material estimates
Knowledge, Skills & Abilities:
• Ability to utilize all resources efficiently.
• Demonstrated techniques for coaching/mentoring individuals, teams, and peers.
• Budget analysis skills.
• Conflict management skills.
• Demonstrated ability to adjust individual and team activities to changing conditions.
• Demonstrates and drives continuous improvement in the organization.
• Effective delegation techniques.
• Demonstrated ability to develop/manage organizational strategies/initiatives to meet department and GD ob-jectives.
• Excellent understanding of the business environment.
• Demonstrated knowledge of internal/external procedures and policies with the ability to provide direction to employees.
• Good influence management skills to obtain agreement with individuals as well as management and other functional organizations.
• Must be able to understand and track financial/budget data and staffing requirements.
• Negotiation and dispute resolution skills.
• Performs labor forecasts, material forecasts, and creates staffing plans.
• Positively influence and motivate other areas to establish clear, concise, and common objectives.
• Ability to effectively communicate information verbally and in writing, ensuring clarity and understanding among diverse stakeholders, including team members, senior management, and external partners.
• Utilizes advanced proficiency in Microsoft Office tools to create detailed reports, presentations, and data analysis to support project planning and decision-making processes.
PREFERRED DEGREE TYPES AND EXPERIENCE:
CLEARANCE REQUIREMENTS:
Due to the nature of work performed within our facilities, U.S. citizenship is required.
Salary Note This estimate represents the typical salary range for this position based on experience and other factors (geographic location, etc.). Actual pay may vary. This job posting will remain open until the position is filled. Combined Salary Range USD $156,728.00 - USD $169,585.00 /Yr. Company Overview
General Dynamics Mission Systems (GDMS) engineers a diverse portfolio of high technology solutions, products and services that enable customers to successfully execute missions across all domains of operation. With a global team of 12,000+ top professionals, we partner with the best in industry to expand the bounds of innovation in the defense and scientific arenas. Given the nature of our work and who we are, we value trust, honesty, alignment and transparency. We offer highly competitive benefits and pride ourselves in being a great place to work with a shared sense of purpose. You will also enjoy a flexible work environment where contributions are recognized and rewarded. If who we are and what we do resonates with you, we invite you to join our high-performance team!
Equal Opportunity Employer / Individuals with Disabilities / Protected Veterans
$156.7k-169.6k yearly Auto-Apply 60d+ ago
Purchasing Manager
Premier Marine 4.3
Purchasing manager job in Big Lake, MN
At Premier Marine, we believe that people come first, and as a valued PurchasingManager, you will play a crucial role in our family-owned business. Guided by our core values of Integrity, Excellence, Attitude, and Collaboration, you'll join a dedicated team where your contributions matter. Here, you'll work on building the world's best pontoons in a supportive environment that focuses on your personal and professional development. We're committed to ensuring you thrive, so together, we can leave a wake that changes lives on and off the water.
Job Summary
We are seeking a PurchasingManager who will lead the Purchasing team with hands-on management in all aspects of planning and sourcing materials, supplies, and services for the company while meeting established quality, cost, and delivery objectives. In this role, you will have the ability to shape and implement effective planning and purchasing processes and systems for Premier's products while managing a high-performing team and supporting supplier relationship management and risk mitigation. The PurchasingManager position manages a team of buyers responsible for the operational flow of items, including material acquisition, inventory reconciliation, and inventory phase-out and obsolescence minimization, in addition to maintaining strategic relationships with all suppliers. The person in this role must be very comfortable meeting and working with co-workers across functional areas at all levels of the organization.
Essential Job Functions
Purchasing/ Inventory Management Responsibilities
Support material procurement and purchasing activities across all product categories.
Manage and improve upon material planning and purchasing processes, system parameters, reporting, and supplier expectations to meet the sales requirements.
Manage all aspects of the purchasing process of materials, establish priorities to meet customer orders, and drive improvements in PPV.
Lead the team in proactively identifying and responding to product availability issues, conducting root-cause analysis, and providing sustainable recovery solutions.
Maintain accurate system planning parameters across all buyer assignments per established processes, including recommending process improvements to expand performance and efficiencies.
Analyze forecast accuracy and other key supply chain factors such as BOM accuracy, order pipeline, stock outages, inventory turn, and supplier score cards to drive appropriate stocking levels and safety stock parameters.
Develop ideas and strategies to improve operational efficiency, add value, aid business performance and work towards a strategy of continuous improvement.
Leverage the EPICOR MRP system to drive buying decisions to support production requirements.
Product Analysis/ Process Improvement Responsibilities
Optimize material costs through vendor analysis: problem solve, identify, and implement cost savings initiatives surrounding product cost, damage return costs, transportation costs, and freight terms.
Analyze safety stocks, manage material inventory, support demand planning, and provide backup coverage for other purchasing functions.
Initiate total cost analysis to understand and balance inventory and replenishment requirements along with transportation, expediting, owned inventory, and warehousing expenses to enable an informed decision for Supply Chain leaders.
Advanced knowledge of supplier end-to-end processes from raw material procurement to finished good production, as well as lead times associated.
Support the development of EPICOR (ERP) systems and processes to optimize inventory replenishment and material availability to our manufacturing operations.
Develop strategic relationships with key suppliers, create supplier agreements to define cost, delivery, and quality metrics.
Drive sourcing and material performance improvements projects, in alignment with supply chain, manufacturing, and engineering requirements and strategic initiatives.
Manage and report on key performance indicators for all critical suppliers.
Drive collaboration with suppliers and internal customers.
Supplier Relationship Management Responsibilities
Provide leadership in the preparation for and/or participation in supplier negotiations.
Execute supplier performance initiatives to improve vendor accountability.
Resolve customer service or product quality issues and complaints by identifying root cause and ensuring appropriate actions are taken with suppliers as needed, including charge backs from customers and expedited freight charges.
Work with accounts payable to investigate, problem-solve, and resolve vendor billing discrepancies.
Driving early supplier involvement with R&D to achieve development objectives, timelines, and costs.
Requirements
Required Skills/Abilities
Superior problem-solving skills.
Proficiency in MRP/ERP systems (EPICOR).
Ability to organize and prioritize tasks, work collaboratively in a cross-functional environment, and ensure timely completion of responsibilities.
Demonstrated proficiency in written and verbal communication and strong interpersonal skills.
Ability to read and interpret blueprints.
Effective negotiation skills.
Superior problem-solving skills.
Deep understanding of supplier capacity and constraints.
High level of expertise in data management, spreadsheet analysis, and MS: Excel.
Education and Experience
Bachelor's Degree in supply chain, operations, logistics, materials management, or related field required.
Minimum of 5+ years directly related experience in purchasing, production planning/scheduling, managing direct reports, supply planning, and inventory management, preferably in a manufacturing environment.
APICS certification (CSCP or CPIM), CPP, or CPM certification preferred.
Physical Requirements
The physical demands needed are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job (sitting, standing, walking the manufacturing floor, and the ability to lift up to 50 pounds). Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions of this role.
Premier Marine offers a comprehensive total rewards package designed to support employees' health, well-being, and growth. Benefits include medical, dental, and vision coverage; life and disability insurance; 401(k) retirement savings; paid time off; paid holidays; volunteer PTO; and access to an Employee Assistance Program. Additional programs such as a referral bonus, leadership development opportunities, and participation in the Employee Boat Club are also available.
*The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by people assigned to this classification. They are not to be construed as an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties, and skills required of personnel so classified. All personnel may be required to perform duties outside of their normal responsibilities from time to time, as needed.
This document does not create an employment contract, implied or otherwise, other than an "at-will" employment relationship.
Premier Marine, LLC retains the discretion to add duties or change the duties of this position at any time.
Salary Description $130,000 - 150,000 / year
$130k-150k yearly 60d+ ago
Senior Manager Purchasing
Laborie Medical Technologies Corp
Purchasing manager job in Plymouth, MN
We believe that great healthcare is an essential safeguard of human dignity.At Laborie, we know the work we do matters - it's what fuels our motivation and contributes to our success. If you're ready to make a positive impact in the lives of patients across the globe, we'd like to meet you. We support and empower our employees to grow their careers in an environment that encourages a sense of belonging and a connection to doing good. We're not afraid to roll up our sleeves to make our goals a reality and work together to solve for our customers. We reward and recognize our employees based on our values of Aspire to Greatness, Respect All, Own It, Working Together, Persist with Passion. Who We're Looking For:The Senior Manager, Purchasing will lead procurement activities across the organization, ensuring cost effective acquisition of materials, components, and services that meet quality and regulatory standards. This role will drive supplier performance, optimize purchasing processes, and support cross-functional initiatives to enable scalable growth and operational efficiency. About the Role:
Lead the purchasing team for purchasing activities to ensure a consistent product/raw materials supply, minimize supply interruptions, and ensure operation conformance and customer needs.
Lead and mentor a team of buyers and sourcing specialists, to foster a high-performance culture.
Manage supplier relationships, including contract negotiations, performance reviews, and issue resolution.
Collaborate with R&D, Quality, Regulatory, and Manufacturing teams to support new product introductions and ongoing production needs.
Monitor market trends, supply chain risks, and pricing fluctuations to inform purchasing decisions.
Ensure compliance with FDA, ISO, and other relevant regulatory requirements in all procurement activities.
Implement and maintain KPIs to measure purchasing performance, cost savings, and supplier reliability.
Support ERP system optimization and data integrity related to purchasing and inventory management.
Minimum Qualifications:
Bachelor's degree in supply chain management, Business, Engineering, or related field; MBA or APICS/ISM certification preferred.
8+ years of progressive experience in purchasing or supply chain, preferably in the medical device or regulated manufacturing industry.
Strong negotiation, analytical, and leadership skills.
Experience with ERP systems (e.g., SAP, Oracle, NetSuite).
Knowledge of FDA and ISO 13485 requirements.
Excellent communication and cross-functional collaboration abilities.
Why Laborie:Our Mission every day is to operate as a world-class specialist medical company making and advancing technologies that preserve and restore human dignity. We do that today by helping people with pelvic and gastrointestinal conditions live normal lives, and by helping mothers and babies have safe deliveries.
Paid time off and paid volunteer time
Medical, Dental, Vision and Flexible Spending Account
Health Savings Account with Company Funded Contributions
401k Retirement Plan with Company Match
Parental Leave and Adoption Services
Health and Wellness Programs and Events
Awarded 2024 Cigna Healthy Workforce Designation Gold Level
Laborie provides equal employment opportunities and non-discrimination for all employees and qualified applicants without regard to a person's race, color, gender, age, religion, national origin, ancestry, disability, veteran status, genetic information, sexual orientation, or any characteristic protected under applicable law. Laborie is committed to providing access and reasonable accommodation in our services, activities, education, and employment for individuals with disabilities.#LI-Hybrid
$83k-124k yearly est. Auto-Apply 9d ago
Indirect Procurement Manager - Integration
Cardinal Health 4.4
Purchasing manager job in Saint Paul, MN
Ideal candidate will be local to Columbus, Ohio! Also open to remote candidates in Eastern and Central time zones. **_What Indirect Procurement contributes to Cardinal Health_** Indirect Procurement is responsible for developing and executing strategy to source indirect goods and services to support our business stakeholders and programs. Perform analysis in order to select suppliers and negotiate best value for Cardinal Health. Provide supplier relationship management and contract compliance management, including maximization of financial deliverables and risk mitigation. May work within various procurement systems to execute purchase orders and resolve technical issues as identified.
+ Utilize the 7-step sourcing process to source the most appropriate vendor to meet Cardinal Health requirements including diverse vendors where opportunities exist.
+ Perform data analysis and utilize financial acumen to identify opportunities to leverage scale and drive cost savings.
+ Develop expertise in core categories including product knowledge, industry dynamics and market trends.
+ Establish collaborative environment with key suppliers and business partners to manage supplier performance and support long term strategy.
+ Develop expertise with contract clauses in order to negotiate the most favorable pricing, contract terms and conditions for Cardinal Health.
+ Strong project and process management in order to execute sourcing strategy with cross functional teams.
**_Responsibilities_**
+ Support sourcing for end-to-end business operations
+ Define and deploy sourcing process and appropriate technology for newly acquired business units to ensure compliance with Cardinal Health standards
+ Act as the liaison between the procurement organizations/ roles of Cardinal Health and the newly acquired entity, identifying and acting accordingly to integrate like-for-like, similar and new agreements into the Cardinal Health organization. This activity will include negotiations with vendors and acquired businesses to consolidate, ramp down, ramp up agreements, or replace agreements.
+ Create category and annual sourcing plans; develop, plan and execute highly complex and technical sourcing strategies by partnering with the business unit to define desired outcomes, conduct industry analysis, identify strategic cost reduction opportunities, explore alternatives, and assess impact of alternatives.
+ Develop and maintain collaborative partnerships with business units to ensure alignment with business unit and sourcing strategy objectives.
+ Understand business unit budget for coming year to leverage opportunities
+ Consult with stakeholders to create best contractual outcome including strong legal and business terms and meaningful performance indicators and/or service levels.
+ Negotiate, finalize and advise on the contract documents
+ Develop strong supplier relationships to drive effectiveness and value against the planned strategies; facilitate supplier reviews; generate continuous improvement ideas.
+ Facilitate the resolution of contractual or relationship issues as needed.
+ Interact with and provide reporting to Senior Leadership
+ Lead Numerous Working Teams to complete Request for Proposal's and complex negotiations
+ Facilitate and coordinate activities associated with the execution of the sourcing process including, but not limited to, the preparation and execution of a RFx, recommendations based on supplier responses, project summaries/business case results, supplier communication, etc.
+ Perform other duties as assigned
**_Qualifications_**
+ Bachelor's degree in related field, or equivalent work experience, preferred
+ 5+ years of strategic sourcing and negotiating experience, preferred
+ Strong business and financial acumen
+ SAP Ariba experience preferred
**_What is expected of you and others at this level_**
+ Participates in the development of policies and procedures to achieve specific goals
+ Ensures employees operate within guidelines
+ Decisions have a short-term impact on work processes, outcomes, and customers
+ Interacts with subordinates, peer customers and suppliers at various management levels may interact with senior management
+ Interactions normally involve resolution of issues related to operations and/or projects
+ Gains consensus from various parties involved
**Anticipated salary range** : $105,100-$135,090
**Bonus eligible** : Yes
**Benefits** : Cardinal Health offers a wide variety of benefits and programs to support health and well-being.
+ Medical, dental and vision coverage
+ Paid time off plan
+ Health savings account (HSA)
+ 401k savings plan
+ Access to wages before pay day with my FlexPay
+ Flexible spending accounts (FSAs)
+ Short- and long-term disability coverage
+ Work-Life resources
+ Paid parental leave
+ Healthy lifestyle programs
**Application window anticipated to close** : 02/13/2026 *if interested in opportunity, please submit application as soon as possible.
The salary range listed is an estimate. Pay at Cardinal Health is determined by multiple factors including, but not limited to, a candidate's geographical location, relevant education, experience and skills and an evaluation of internal pay equity.
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$105.1k-135.1k yearly 7d ago
Purchasing Supervisor
Life Time Fitness
Purchasing manager job in Chanhassen, MN
The Purchasing Supervisor oversees the daily work of the Purchasing Specialist team. Reporting to this individual are 3-5 Purchasing Specialists. The Purchasing Supervisor possesses knowledge around the procurement process at Life Time, including but not limited to all aspects involved in ensuring goods and services are ordered for Life Time club locations.
The Purchasing Supervisor possesses strong interpersonal skills, leadership skills, and a focus on customer service. The Purchasing Supervisor will be required to resolve complex issues using professional judgment daily. The ideal candidate will have strong organizational skills, be detail oriented, and be able to problem solve with minimal direction. The Purchasing Supervisor will have a strong technical aptitude accessing multiple applications to provide support.
Job Duties/Responsibilities
* Set performance standards for tasks and roles of the Purchasing Specialists
* Assist with developing reporting for monitoring the performance of the Purchasing Specialists
* Provides ongoing feedback and coaching to the Purchasing Specialists
* Identifies process improvements and assists with creating solutions
* Partners cross functionality when necessary to implement necessary changes
* Subject matter expert and liaison to Purchasing Specialists for escalated requisition, purchase order, receiving, and general Workday questions
* Serves as the primary point of contact for club team member escalations related to their direct reports
* Enters requisitions and facilitates receiving for assigned clubs
* Provides vendor and product information to team members as requested
* Provides training to club team members regarding Workday procurement processes
Minimum Required Qualifications
* High school diploma or GED
* Associates or Bachelor's Degree in a related field
* 1-2 Years of experience in leading teams
* 2-3 Years of experience in a professional business environment
* Ability to define problems, collect and analyze data, establish facts, draw valid conclusions and recommend solutions
* Ability to effectively multi-task with tight deadlines independently and within a team environment
* Ability to work independently with minimal direction
* Ability to handle and resolve conflicts in a professional, tactful manner
* Advanced knowledge of standard office procedures and computer software, including Microsoft Office products
* Excellent oral and written communication skills
Preferred Qualifications
* Prior experience in a high volume support oriented business environment
* Microsoft Excel
* Experience with Workday ERP
* Experience in procurement, accounts payable, or club leadership
Pay
This is a salaried position starting at $64,000.00 and pays up to $88,000.00, based on experience and qualifications.
Benefits
All team members receive the following benefits while working for Life Time:
* A fully subsidized membership
* Discounts on Life Time products and services
* 401(k) retirement savings plan with company discretionary match (21 years of age and older)
* Training and professional development
* Paid sick leave where required by law
Full-time Team Members are eligible for additional benefits, including:
* Medical, dental, vision, and prescription drug coverage
* Short term and long term disability insurance
* Life insurance
* Pre-tax flexible spending and dependent care plans
* Parental leave and adoption assistance
* Paid time off, including 5 to 20 vacation days per calendar year (based on tenure) and paid sick leave
* Deferred compensation plan, if the team member meets the required income threshold
Life Time is a place for everyone. As an organization, we are committed to an inclusive, diverse and equitable workplace that respects and celebrates the unique contributions of each individual while ensuring we remain an equal opportunity employer that recruits, hires, trains and promotes based on merit and qualifications.
$64k-88k yearly Auto-Apply 6d ago
Category Sourcing Director - Private Label
Hawaii Mega-Cor
Purchasing manager job in Saint Paul, MN
Patterson isn't just a place to work, it's a partner that cares about your success.
One of the distinguishing marks of our company is the talented people who embrace the people-first, always advancing, and results-driven culture. Professional growth abounds in this motivating environment. We value the diverse talents and experiences our employees bring to Patterson and believe that they build a stronger and successful organization.
Job Description:
The Category Sourcing Director for Patterson Brands (private label) is responsible for leading a supply chain sourcing team of individuals and implementing best-in-class practices and policies for sourcing and category management. This role is critical in ensuring the procurement of high-quality products while maintaining cost-efficiency and meeting regulatory requirements. The Category Sourcing Director has deep sourcing best practices experience, including supplier management, cost modeling, competitive bidding, and other strategic sourcing disciplines, alongside extensive experience in the healthcare distribution industry. This individual is also the sourcing lead and category manager on certain categories to ensure delivery of sourcing goals.
Essential Functions
Manage a strategic roadmap to identify and incorporate sourcing capability enhancements; ensure delivery against strategic and financial goals
Develop best-in-class frameworks, tools, policies and metrics to support sourcing operations with incumbents and new suppliers
Develop strategic sourcing plan for private label healthcare products to optimize cost, quality, and supply chain efficiency
Analyze suppliers' cost structures and identify opportunities for value optimization through cost modeling and profitability analysis
Establish and maintain strong relationships with suppliers and manufacturers; monitor supplier performance using KPIs and SLAs
Oversee the lifecycle of private label products from sourcing to final delivery, ensuring compliance with industry regulations, certifications, and quality standards
Maintain a competitive edge though market analysis, maintaining current knowledge of competitive landscape, industry trends, technologies, and regulatory changes
Support data-driven decision making by leading development of analytics, reporting requirements, and KPIs for the team
Partner closely with sales, marketing, product development, and other internal teams to ensure sourcing strategies align with market demands and customer requirements
Manage budgets for private label sourcing through cost modeling, effective negotiations, and identifying cost-saving opportunities
Comply with Company and department policies and standards; performs other duties as assigned
People Management
Accountable for team staffing and managing direct reports to include development, performance management, goal setting, and other managerial duties
Ensures direct reports are aware of and follow ethical business practices and Company's Code of Conduct to maintain a supportive and productive working environment.
Minimum Requirements
Bachelor's Degree in Business, Supply Chain Management, Healthcare Administration, or related field
10 years experience in sourcing, procurement, or supply chain management, ideally in healthcare, medical device, or pharmaceutical industries
5 years experience managing private label categories, with a proven track record of successful vendor negotiations, cost management, and product development
experience with cost modeling and competitive bidding processes (RFP, RFQ, RFI, 3 bids and buy) to optimize pricing and supplier selection.
Preferred Requirements
Master's Degree
Skills and Abilities
In-depth knowledge of private label sourcing, including cost modeling, pricing strategies, and competitive sourcing.
Familiarity with regulatory requirements (FDA, GMP, ISO, etc.) for healthcare products
Strong negotiation and communication skills with the ability to build and maintain relationships with suppliers and internal teams
Advanced analytical skills with the ability to assess market trends, cost structures, and performance data to drive sourcing decisions
Proficient in sourcing tools, ERP systems, and MS Office Suite (Excel, PowerPoint, Word)
Excellent communication, presentation skills to senior leadership
Detail-oriented with a focus on compliance and quality
Results-driven, proactive, and able to work independently and collaboratively in a fast-paced environment
Strong problem-solving abilities, particularly in managing complex sourcing challenges and cost optimization
Physical and Cognitive Demands
Communicate/Hearing Frequently
Communicate/Talking Frequently
Learn New Tasks or Concepts Frequently
Make Timely Decisions in the Context of a Workflow Frequently
Complete Tasks Independently Constantly
Maintain Focus Constantly
Remember Processes & Procedures Constantly
Stationary Position (Seated) Constantly
Vision Constantly
What's In It For You
We provide competitive benefits, unique incentive programs and rewards for our eligible employees:
Full Medical, Dental, and Vision benefits and an integrated Wellness Program.
401(k) Match Retirement Savings Plan.
Paid Time Off (PTO).
Holiday Pay & Floating Holidays.
Volunteer Time Off (VTO).
Educational Assistance Program.
Full Paid Parental and Adoption Leave.
LifeWorks (Employee Assistance Program).
Patterson Perks Program.
The potential compensation range for this role is below. The final offer amount could exceed this range, based on various factors such as candidate location (geographical labor market), experience, and skills.
$153,500.00 - $191,900.00EEO Statement
Patterson provides equal employment opportunities to applicants and employees without regard to race; color; sex; gender identity; sexual orientation; religious practices and observances; national origin; pregnancy, childbirth, or other related medical conditions; status as a protected veteran or spouse/family member of a protected veteran; or disability.
$153.5k-191.9k yearly Auto-Apply 60d ago
Metals Materials & Planning Manager
Amrize
Purchasing manager job in Anoka, MN
Elevate is committed to providing the highest quality commercial roofing, wall and lining systems to solve our customers' challenges, grounded by a 45-year legacy of proven experience. Our mission is to deliver solutions that save time, perform reliably and protect our communities. We are devoted to building partnerships rooted in trust in reflection of our Elevate promise that Nobody Covers You Better.
We're seeking a Metals Materials & Planning Manager who's ready to be part of a people-first company offering best-in-class products, exceptional training, and deep industry pride-all built to help our partners and team succeed.
Job Title: Metals Materials & Planning Manager | Req ID: 15299 | HR Contact: Sheena WATSON | Location: Building Envelope - Anoka, MN
ABOUT THE ROLE
Responsible for local production scheduling and the efficient purchase, storage and movement of raw materials and finished goods in the organization. Activities include forecasting anticipated materials requirements; coordinating supply; ensuring the timely flow of materials to production lines, very high inventory accuracy levels and the return of finished goods to distribution facilities; dealing with customs and shipping; and managing metal materials inventory.
WHAT YOU'LL ACCOMPLISH
* Develop weekly production schedules for all production lines based on customer demands and the production plan assigned to the plant. Be as efficient as possible for operations.
* Manages experienced professionals who exercise independent discretion and/or manages a functional area or process that may or may not have direct reports.
* Develop teams skills and capabilities through training for backup and flexibility
* Implements policy and strategy for short-term results and influences others outside of their own job area regarding policies, practices, and procedures
* Evaluates written data, such as purchase orders and job orders, product specifications and operations sheets, parts and materials inventory lists, and machine and worker production rates, to establish efficient allocation and scheduling of parts, materials, machines, and sequences of operations and workflow.
* Lead the overall Supply Chain activities to achieve plant wide goals for Safety, Quality, Delivery, Cost, Inventory and Continuous Improvement.
* Develop a budget and manage the administration responsibilities for all aspects of the Materials function.
* Lead and coordinate purchasing and leasing functions.
* Operational (daily) and Tactical (monthly) owner ship of S&OP including but not limited to updated forecast, production plans and raw material plans, collaborating with the sales team to manage availability for oversold/undersold forecasts. Work with purchasing and plant teams to analyze capacity and supplier allocations. Full ownership.
* Confers with production personnel to resolve problems affecting production schedules.
* Analyze forecast and actual sales history for trends and maintain optimal safety stock and inventory levels to ensure product availability.
* Be responsible for the accuracy of the data in SAP that drives the system interface and subsequent output (delivery dates, lead-times, minimum order quantity, safety stock, etc.).
* Maintains and controls inventory levels.
* Raw and Pack cycle count process ownership. Book counts, investigate issues, BOM maintenance and sharing across plants.
* Coordinates engineering changes in raw materials.
* Keeps managers informed on issues and concerns that affect shipments.
* Works with vendors on effecting JIT shipments.
* Works with the quality department and vendors to resolve vendor quality issues.
* Develops and supports programs to prevent Safety and Environmental nonconformities.
* Actively contribute to the plant strategic vision as part of the plant leadership team
* Drive for world class supplier performance utilizing root cause corrective action methodology for both supplier quality issues as well as delivery issues.
* Decision making is guided by strategic objectives of specialization
* Influences others outside of their own job area regarding policies, practices, and procedures
* Must be able to communicate with executive leadership
* Supports relationships through effective communication and negotiation skills with internal and external stakeholders
* Other duties as assigned.
* Demonstrate a commitment to communicating, improving and adhering to health, safety and environmental policies in all work environments and areas. Promote a culture of safety and exhibit these behaviors.
WHAT WE'RE LOOKING FOR
* At least 5 years of relevant experience in a manufacturing environment.
* Working knowledge with computerized manufacturing systems and Excel spreadsheets.
* Leadership and integrity; manages by fact, achieves results, builds teams
* Project Management experience preferred.
* Metal industry experience
* Good knowledge of SAP Knowledge of JDE preferred
* Good understanding of quality management ISO 9001
* Self-motivated, highly organized, goal-oriented and driven towards continuous improvement
* Bias for action, assertive, decisive
* Utilizes vision and purpose, provides direction, inspires, and motivates
* Customer focused, meets expectations, internally and externally, forms partnerships
* Analytical problem-solving ability, process oriented
* High level communication skills both written and verbal
* Strong organizational skill
Additional Requirements:
* Successful candidates must adhere to all safety protocols and proper use of Amrize approved Personal Protection Equipment ("PPE"), including but not limited to respirators. Employees that are required to wear respirators must be clean shaven where the respirator seal meets the face in order to pass the qualitative and quantitative fit test.
WHAT WE OFFER
* Competitive salary
* Retirement Savings: Choose from 401(k) pre-tax and/or Roth after-tax savings
* Medical, Dental, Disability and Life Insurance
* Holistic Health & Well-being programs
* Health Savings Accounts (HSAs) & Flexible Spending Accounts (FSAs) for health and dependent care
* Vision and other Voluntary benefits and discounts
* Paid time off & paid holidays
* Paid Parental Leave (maternity & paternity)
* Educational Assistance Program
* Dress for your day
Amrize is an equal opportunity employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees.
We thank all applicants for their interest; however, only those selected for an interview will be contacted.
BUILDING INCLUSIVE WORKSPACES
At Amrize, there is endless opportunity for you to play your part. Whether you're in a technical, managerial, or frontline role, you can shape a career that works for you. We're seeking builders, creative thinkers and innovators. Come put your expertise to work while developing the knowledge and skills to drive your career forward. With us you'll have the chance to build your ambition!
Amrize North America Inc. takes pride in our hiring processes and our commitment that all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to age, race, color, ethnicity, religion, creed, national origin, ancestry, gender, gender identity, gender expression, sex, sexual orientation, marital status, pregnancy, parental status, genetic information, citizenship, physical or mental disability, past, current, or prospective service in the uniformed services, or any other characteristic protected by applicable federal, state or local law. Amrize North America Inc, and its respective subsidiaries are Equal Opportunity Employers, deciding all employment on the basis of qualification, merit and business need. Amrize Canada Inc. is committed to the principles of employment equity and encourages the applications from women, visible minorities, and persons with disabilities.
In compliance with the ADA Amendments Act (ADAAA), if you have a disability and would like to request accommodation in order to apply for a position with us, please email recruiting-accommodations@amrize.com. This email address should only be used for accommodations and not general inquiries or resume submittals. In Ontario, our organization/business is committed to fulfilling our requirements under the Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act. Under the Act, accommodations are available on request for candidates taking part in all aspects of the selection process.
While we sincerely appreciate all applications, only candidates selected for an interview will be contacted.
$68k-90k yearly est. 6d ago
Director, Strategic Sourcing of Materials
Winnebago Industries, Inc. 4.4
Purchasing manager job in Eden Prairie, MN
Are you passionate about leading strategic initiatives? Do you love manufacturing and supply chain? Winnebago Industries is seeking a Director, Strategic Sourcing of Materials, to join our team based in Eden Prairie, MN. The Director, Strategic Sourcing of Materials, is responsible for establishing best practices in sourcing and purchasing to support each of our businesses in several categories including, but not limited to, metals, wood, and electrical. This role is responsible for facilitating the development of and managing the enterprise-wide strategies for each of the materials categories and generating support and 'buy in' from the various stakeholders, including Executive leadership. The strategies will enable the businesses to manage risk and create best in class quality, service, cost, and innovative products that exceed our customers' expectations. This role will report to the VP, Supply Chain.
Day to Day of the Role:
* Develop and implement enhanced procurement strategies, including the material categories of metals, wood, electrical and appliances, and policies to help the Company achieve our goals and objectives.
* Deliver the coordinated annualized cost savings goals on an annual basis.
* Identify potential suppliers, assess their capabilities, and define where and how they fit into the overall procurement strategy. Manage & mitigate supply chain risk and deliver superior quality, service, cost, and innovation.
* Define, establish, and manage the contractual agreements including quality, delivery, warranty, and cost/pricing performance expectations with the group of supplier partners that will support the strategy.
* Establish and manage strategic relationships with the supplier partners supporting our procurement strategy.
* Develop policies and procedures in support of the purchasing practices and methods to be executed by our business units.
* Partner with Legal to confirm all supplier contracts comply with legal requirements and industry standards, such as those established by the Federal Acquisition Regulation.
* Overseeing the RFP and RFQ policies, processes & practices related to propulsion procurement.
* Provide leadership and mentorship to a team of direct and in-direct reports.
* Oversee and manage the budget for the areas outlines.
* Other duties assigned are based on business need.
Education & Qualifications:
* Bachelor's degree in business, supply chain or related discipline required.
* MBA or similar graduate degree a plus.
* Minimum of 10 yrs with 15 yrs+ preferred supply chain management experience.
* APICS CPIM and/or CSCP preferred.
* Experience leading complex projects required
* Experience leading cross functional teams [product management, engineering, quality, supply chain, manufacturing] required.
* 7 to 10 years of durable goods manufacturing experience required.
* Previous budget management responsibility required.
* This position will require travel to other Winnebago locations.
By fostering innovation, igniting growth, promoting well-being and connecting with purpose, we cultivate the passion and pride that make both work and play extraordinary. Greatness is in your NATURE.
This posting includes a range of the salary across a geographical market. The base pay for this position ranges from $190,000/year in our lowest geographic market up to $230,000/year in our highest geographic market. Pay is based on a number of factors including market location, internal equity, job-related knowledge, skills, and experience. Dependent on the position other forms of compensation may be provided as part of a total compensation package, in addition to a full range of medical, financial, and/or other benefits. For more information, please visit ***************************************************
$78k-101k yearly est. 35d ago
Director of Strategic Prioritization (80/20)
Vontier
Purchasing manager job in Minneapolis, MN
Vontier is seeking highly qualified candidates to serve as the Director of FPP (80/20). This role is responsible for facilitating the end-to-end deployment of our 80/20 process (the "Focus & Prioritization Process", or FPP) across the organization. The Director will work closely with Vontier's various business lines to deploy 80/20 analysis, identify opportunities, and ensure robust execution. The position requires close partnership with both corporate and business line senior leaders to drive multi-million dollars in incremental operating profit by establishing a high performing 80/20 culture.
**Key Responsibilities:**
**80/20 Analysis & Opportunity Identification**
+ Partner with business lines to deploy 80/20 tools/analytics, leveraging 80/20 expertise to identify strategic opportunities across all facets of THE FOCUS & PRIORITIZATION PROCESS: Segmented P&L, Strategic Pricing, Product Line Simplification, Customer List Simplification, Zero-Up, and Raving Fans/Target Selling.
+ Organize and guide cross-functional teams through structured kaizen workshops, focusing on identifying, prioritizing, and implementing high-impact improvements aligned with 80/20 principles.
+ Serve as the business line's trusted partner. Cultivate strong relationships with business line Presidents/GMs and key business line leaders to build trust, advance an 80/20 mindset, and enable a collaborative, high-performing partnership.
**80/20 Execution Support**
+ Collaborate with business line teams to develop and implement actionable plans that translate 80/20 insights and strategic decisions into measurable results. Provide guidance on defining specific action steps, assigning responsible owners, setting clear deadlines, and ensuring accountability throughout the execution process.
+ Partner with business line and corporate finance to link 80/20 initiatives to standard budgeting and financial processes, ensuring execution and maximizing bottom line impact.
+ Proactively identify and communicate execution gaps to both business lines and Vontier Corporate, collaborating with business lines to develop and implement effective countermeasures that ensure achievement of established targets.
**Training, Coaching, and Capability Building**
+ Provide coaching, mentorship, and training to business line teams on 80/20 principles and tools, placing a strong emphasis on integrating the 80/20 mindset and methodology into their everyday operating practices.
+ Own and accelerate the 80/20 "Advocate, Subject Matter Expert, and Champion" program to build force multipliers within the organization to accelerate 80/20.
+ Collaborate with the FPP team to maintain and update best-in-class standard work and training materials to support deployment throughout the company, including adapting 80/20 methodology to better suite software-centric business models.
+ Leverage learnings and best practices across multiple business lines, driving consistency and robust execution across Vontier.
**Qualifications**
+ Bachelor's degree in business, finance, or a related field; MBA preferred.
+ At least 7 years of experience in product management and/or commercial roles, with proven track record of success.
+ Strong interpersonal skills and the ability to lead and effect change through influence and data-driven arguments.
+ ·Experience with 80/20 and 80/20 principles highly desirable.
+ Experience leading kaizens, workshops, and improvement projects.
+ Exceptional analytical, organizational, and communication skills.
Vontier partners with you and your family on your health and wellness journey. Visit VontierBenefits.com to view our benefits. We offer a premium suite of health and wellness programs for you and your family, including medical, dental, vision, disability and life insurance. With programs for family planning from Maven Clinic to managing diabetes like Livongo, coverage for women's health, support for adult and elder care, paid parental leave, a generous 401(k) plan with matching company contributions, and more. Vontier is here for all stages of life. We also offer paid time off up to 15 days, 13 paid holidays (including 3 floating holidays) per year and paid sick leave.*
**Disclaimer:** The salary, other compensation, and benefits information is accurate as of the date of this posting. Sick leave amount may vary based on state or local laws applicable to the applicant's geographic location. The Company reserves the right to modify this information at any time, subject to applicable law.
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**WHO IS VONTIER**
Vontier (NYSE: VNT) is a global industrial technology company uniting productivity, automation and multi-energy technologies to meet the needs of a rapidly evolving, more connected mobility ecosystem. Leveraging leading market positions, decades of domain expertise and unparalleled portfolio breadth, Vontier enables the way the world moves - delivering smart, safe and sustainable solutions to our customers and the planet. Vontier has a culture of continuous improvement and innovation built upon the foundation of the Vontier Business System and embraced by colleagues worldwide. Additional information about Vontier is available on the Company's website at *************** .
**At Vontier, we empower you to steer your career in the direction of success with a dynamic, innovative, and inclusive environment.**
Our commitment to personal growth, work-life balance, and collaboration fuels a culture where your contributions drive meaningful change. We provide the roadmap for continuous learning, allowing creativity to flourish and ideas to accelerate into impactful solutions that contribute to a sustainable future.
Join our community of passionate people who work together to navigate challenges and seize opportunities. At Vontier, you are not on this journey alone-we are dedicated to equipping you with the tools and support needed to fuel your innovation, lead with impact, and thrive both personally and professionally.
**Together, let's enable the way the world moves!**
"Vontier companies are equal employment employers and evaluate qualified applicants without regard to race, color, national origin, religion, ancestry, sex (including pregnancy, childbirth and related medical conditions), age, marital status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, and other characteristics protected by law."
$63k-102k yearly est. 46d ago
Supply Chain and Operations Consulting - Program Manager MAWM
Accenture 4.7
Purchasing manager job in Minneapolis, MN
We Are:
Supply Chain, and we move fast, think fast, and work fast. Our Fortune 500 clients need innovative solutions to transform their operations, and we deliver with functional insights, advanced digital tools, and in-depth industry expertise. By leveraging Manhattan Warehouse Management solutions, we help clients optimize their warehousing and fulfillment processes, drive cost efficiency, and deliver exceptional customer experiences.
You Are:
A Supply Chain and Operations professional with strong expertise in Manhattan WMS. You Lead program implementing warehouse management solutions to solve complex supply chain challenges. With a background in system implementation and program management, you excel in building efficient processes, leading teams, and collaborating with clients. Your combination of program management, problem-solving skills, and leadership ensures successful outcomes in warehousing and distribution projects.
The Work:
* Lead the Program Management and deployment of Manhattan solutions to optimize supply chain distribution operations.
* Collaborate with clients to manage multi-vendor complex supply chain programs such as New Distribution Center Start Up, WMS Implementation & Deployment, and Technology Strategy engagements
* Support process improvement initiatives, leveraging data analytics and automation tools.
* Lead and manage the end-to-end implementation and support of Warehouse Management System (WMS) programs, ensuring alignment with client objectives, timelines, and quality standards.
* Coordinate cross-functional teams and stakeholders, driving program governance, risk management, and issue resolution to deliver successful outcomes.
* Oversee strategic planning and continuous improvement initiatives, leveraging best practices to optimize WMS processes and enhance operational efficiency.
* Contribute to business development efforts, including client presentations and proposal development.
* Build and mentor team members, fostering a collaborative and innovative working environment.
* Assist in integrating Manhattan solutions with broader supply chain systems to create seamless workflows.
* Travel may be required for this role. The amount of travel will vary from 0 to 100% depending on business need and client requirements.
Qualification
Here's What You Need:
* Minimum of 5 years of experience in supply chain management, with at least 1 year focused on Manhattan WMS / Blue Yonder WMS implementations.
* A Bachelor's Degree in supply chain, logistics, engineering, or a related field.
* Hands-on experience managing Manhattan programs, implementation, and optimization.
Bonus Points If:
* You have experience with Manhattan WMS modules such as Labor Management or slotting.
* You are skilled in integrating Manhattan solutions with automation systems and other digital tools.
* Agile Program Management: Expertise in Agile methodologies (Scrum, SAFe), driving iterative delivery and continuous improvement across complex WMS initiatives.
* Stakeholder Engagement & Communication: Ability to manage executive-level stakeholders, facilitate clear communication, and align program objectives with business goals.
* Risk & Issue Management: Skilled in identifying, assessing, and mitigating risks to ensure program success and operational stability.
* Budgeting & Resource Planning: Proficient in managing program budgets, forecasting, and optimizing resource allocation for large-scale WMS deployments.
* Change Management & Governance: Strong capability in implementing governance frameworks and leading organizational change for WMS adoption.
* Technical Understanding of WMS Solutions: Familiarity with Manhattan WM or similar platforms, enabling effective coordination between technical teams and business users.
* You have a track record of managing diverse teams and delivering client success.
Compensation at Accenture varies depending on a wide array of factors, which may include but are not limited to the specific office location, role, skill set, and level of experience. As required by local law, Accenture provides a reasonable range of compensation for roles that may be hired as set forth below.
The application window for this job will remain open until at least 01/13/2026. However, if this date has passed and this role is still posted, please note we are still accepting applications.
Information on benefits is here.
Role Location Annual Salary Range
California $94,400 to $293,800
Cleveland $87,400 to $235,000
Colorado $94,400 to $253,800
District of Columbia $100,500 to $270,300
Illinois $87,400 to $253,800
Maryland $94,400 to $253,800
Massachusetts $94,400 to $270,300
Minnesota $94,400 to $253,800
New York/New Jersey $87,400 to $293,800
Washington $100,500 to $270,300
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$100.5k-270.3k yearly 1d ago
Metals Materials & Planning Manager
Amrize
Purchasing manager job in Anoka, MN
Pay Type: Salary Amrize is building North America. From bridges and railways to data centers, schools, offices and homes, our solutions are inside the buildings and infrastructure that connect people and advance how we live. And we invite you to come and build with us.
As the partner of choice for professional builders, we offer advanced branded solutions from foundation to rooftop. Wherever our customers are, whatever their job, we're ready to deliver. Our 19,000 colleagues work across 1,000 sites supported by an unparalleled distribution network. Infrastructure, commercial and residential, new build, repair and refurbishment: We're in every construction market.
Amrize listed on the New York Stock Exchange and the SIX Swiss Exchange on June 23, 2025, following our spinoff as an independent company. Join us and build _your_ ambition.
Learn more at ********************** (******************************************
Description:
Elevate is committed to providing the highest quality commercial roofing, wall and lining systems to solve our customers' challenges, grounded by a 45-year legacy of proven experience. Our mission is to deliver solutions that save time, perform reliably and protect our communities. We are devoted to building partnerships rooted in trust in reflection of our Elevate promise that Nobody Covers You Better.
We're seeking a Metals Materials & Planning Manager who's ready to be part of a people-first company offering best-in-class products, exceptional training, and deep industry pride-all built to help our partners and team succeed.
**Job Title:** Metals Materials & Planning Manager | **Req ID:** 15299 | **HR Contact:** Sheena WATSON **| Location:** Building Envelope - Anoka, MN
**ABOUT THE ROLE**
Responsible for local production scheduling and the efficient purchase, storage and movement of raw materials and finished goods in the organization. Activities include forecasting anticipated materials requirements; coordinating supply; ensuring the timely flow of materials to production lines, very high inventory accuracy levels and the return of finished goods to distribution facilities; dealing with customs and shipping; and managing metal materials inventory.
**WHAT YOU'LL ACCOMPLISH**
+ Develop weekly production schedules for all production lines based on customer demands and the production plan assigned to the plant. Be as efficient as possible for operations.
+ Manages experienced professionals who exercise independent discretion and/or manages a functional area or process that may or may not have direct reports.
+ Develop teams skills and capabilities through training for backup and flexibility
+ Implements policy and strategy for short-term results and influences others outside of their own job area regarding policies, practices, and procedures
+ Evaluates written data, such as purchase orders and job orders, product specifications and operations sheets, parts and materials inventory lists, and machine and worker production rates, to establish efficient allocation and scheduling of parts, materials, machines, and sequences of operations and workflow.
+ Lead the overall Supply Chain activities to achieve plant wide goals for Safety, Quality, Delivery, Cost, Inventory and Continuous Improvement.
+ Develop a budget and manage the administration responsibilities for all aspects of the Materials function.
+ Lead and coordinate purchasing and leasing functions.
+ Operational (daily) and Tactical (monthly) ownership of S&OP including but not limited to updated forecast, production plans and raw material plans, collaborating with the sales team to manage availability for oversold/undersold forecasts. Work with purchasing and plant teams to analyze capacity and supplier allocations. Full ownership.
+ Confers with production personnel to resolve problems affecting production schedules.
+ Analyze forecast and actual sales history for trends and maintain optimal safety stock and inventory levels to ensure product availability.
+ Be responsible for the accuracy of the data in SAP that drives the system interface and subsequent output (delivery dates, lead-times, minimum order quantity, safety stock, etc.).
+ Maintains and controls inventory levels.
+ Raw and Pack cycle count process ownership. Book counts, investigate issues, BOM maintenance and sharing across plants.
+ Coordinates engineering changes in raw materials.
+ Keeps managers informed on issues and concerns that affect shipments.
+ Works with vendors on effecting JIT shipments.
+ Works with the quality department and vendors to resolve vendor quality issues.
+ Develops and supports programs to prevent Safety and Environmental nonconformities.
+ Actively contribute to the plant strategic vision as part of the plant leadership team
+ Drive for world class supplier performance utilizing root cause corrective action methodology for both supplier quality issues as well as delivery issues.
+ Decision making is guided by strategic objectives of specialization
+ Influences others outside of their own job area regarding policies, practices, and procedures
+ Must be able to communicate with executive leadership
+ Supports relationships through effective communication and negotiation skills with internal and external stakeholders
+ Other duties as assigned.
+ Demonstrate a commitment to communicating, improving and adhering to health, safety and environmental policies in all work environments and areas. Promote a culture of safety and exhibit these behaviors.
**WHAT WE'RE LOOKING FOR**
+ At least 5 years of relevant experience in a manufacturing environment.
+ Working knowledge with computerized manufacturing systems and Excel spreadsheets.
+ Leadership and integrity; manages by fact, achieves results, builds teams
+ Project Management experience preferred.
+ Metal industry experience
+ Good knowledge of SAP Knowledge of JDE preferred
+ Good understanding of quality management ISO 9001
+ Self-motivated, highly organized, goal-oriented and driven towards continuous improvement
+ Bias for action, assertive, decisive
+ Utilizes vision and purpose, provides direction, inspires, and motivates
+ Customer focused, meets expectations, internally and externally, forms partnerships
+ Analytical problem-solving ability, process oriented
+ High level communication skills both written and verbal
+ Strong organizational skill
**Additional Requirements:**
+ Successful candidates must adhere to all safety protocols and proper use of Amrize approved Personal Protection Equipment ("PPE"), including but not limited to respirators. Employees that are required to wear respirators must be clean shaven where the respirator seal meets the face in order to pass the qualitative and quantitative fit test.
**WHAT WE OFFER**
+ Competitive salary
+ Retirement Savings: Choose from 401(k) pre-tax and/or Roth after-tax savings
+ Medical, Dental, Disability and Life Insurance
+ Holistic Health & Well-being programs
+ Health Savings Accounts (HSAs) & Flexible Spending Accounts (FSAs) for health and dependent care
+ Vision and other Voluntary benefits and discounts
+ Paid time off & paid holidays
+ Paid Parental Leave (maternity & paternity)
+ Educational Assistance Program
+ Dress for your day
**Amrize is an equal opportunity employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees.**
_We thank all applicants for their interest; however, only those selected for an interview will be contacted._
**BUILDING INCLUSIVE WORKSPACES**
At Amrize, there is endless opportunity for you to play your part. Whether you're in a technical, managerial, or frontline role, you can shape a career that works for you. We're seeking builders, creative thinkers and innovators. Come put your expertise to work while developing the knowledge and skills to drive your career forward. With us you'll have the chance to build your ambition!
Amrize North America Inc. takes pride in our hiring processes and our commitment that all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to age, race, color, ethnicity, religion, creed, national origin, ancestry, gender, gender identity, gender expression, sex, sexual orientation, marital status, pregnancy, parental status, genetic information, citizenship, physical or mental disability, past, current, or prospective service in the uniformed services, or any other characteristic protected by applicable federal, state or local law. Amrize North America Inc, and its respective subsidiaries are Equal Opportunity Employers, deciding all employment on the basis of qualification, merit and business need. Amrize Canada Inc. is committed to the principles of employment equity and encourages the applications from women, visible minorities, and persons with disabilities.
In compliance with the ADA Amendments Act (ADAAA), if you have a disability and would like to request accommodation in order to apply for a position with us, please email recruiting-accommodations@amrize.com . This email address should only be used for accommodations and not general inquiries or resume submittals. In Ontario, our organization/business is committed to fulfilling our requirements under the Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act. Under the Act, accommodations are available on request for candidates taking part in all aspects of the selection process.
While we sincerely appreciate all applications, only candidates selected for an interview will be contacted.
**Nearest Major Market:** Minneapolis
$68k-90k yearly est. 32d ago
Director, Strategic Sourcing of Materials
Winnebago Industries Inc. 4.4
Purchasing manager job in Eden Prairie, MN
Are you passionate about leading strategic initiatives? Do you love manufacturing and supply chain? Winnebago Industries is seeking a Director, Strategic Sourcing of Materials, to join our team based in Eden Prairie, MN. The Director, Strategic Sourcing of Materials, is responsible for establishing best practices in sourcing and purchasing to support each of our businesses in several categories including, but not limited to, metals, wood, and electrical. This role is responsible for facilitating the development of and managing the enterprise-wide strategies for each of the materials categories and generating support and ‘buy in' from the various stakeholders, including Executive leadership. The strategies will enable the businesses to manage risk and create best in class quality, service, cost, and innovative products that exceed our customers' expectations. This role will report to the VP, Supply Chain.
Day to Day of the Role:
Develop and implement enhanced procurement strategies, including the material categories of metals, wood, electrical and appliances, and policies to help the Company achieve our goals and objectives.
Deliver the coordinated annualized cost savings goals on an annual basis.
Identify potential suppliers, assess their capabilities, and define where and how they fit into the overall procurement strategy. Manage & mitigate supply chain risk and deliver superior quality, service, cost, and innovation.
Define, establish, and manage the contractual agreements including quality, delivery, warranty, and cost/pricing performance expectations with the group of supplier partners that will support the strategy.
Establish and manage strategic relationships with the supplier partners supporting our procurement strategy.
Develop policies and procedures in support of the purchasing practices and methods to be executed by our business units.
Partner with Legal to confirm all supplier contracts comply with legal requirements and industry standards, such as those established by the Federal Acquisition Regulation.
Overseeing the RFP and RFQ policies, processes & practices related to propulsion procurement.
Provide leadership and mentorship to a team of direct and in-direct reports.
Oversee and manage the budget for the areas outlines.
Other duties assigned are based on business need.
Education & Qualifications:
Bachelor's degree in business, supply chain or related discipline required.
MBA or similar graduate degree a plus.
Minimum of 10 yrs with 15 yrs+ preferred supply chain management experience.
APICS CPIM and/or CSCP preferred.
Experience leading complex projects required
Experience leading cross functional teams [product management, engineering, quality, supply chain, manufacturing] required.
7 to 10 years of durable goods manufacturing experience required.
Previous budget management responsibility required.
This position will require travel to other Winnebago locations.
By fostering innovation, igniting growth, promoting well-being and connecting with purpose, we cultivate the passion and pride that make both work and play extraordinary. Greatness is in your NATURE.
This posting includes a range of the salary across a geographical market. The base pay for this position ranges from $190,000/year in our lowest geographic market up to $230,000/year in our highest geographic market. Pay is based on a number of factors including market location, internal equity, job-related knowledge, skills, and experience. Dependent on the position other forms of compensation may be provided as part of a total compensation package, in addition to a full range of medical, financial, and/or other benefits. For more information, please visit ***************************************************
$78k-101k yearly est. Auto-Apply 42d ago
Supply Chain and Operations Consulting - Program Manager MAWM
Accenture 4.7
Purchasing manager job in Minneapolis, MN
We Are:Supply Chain, and we move fast, think fast, and work fast. Our Fortune 500 clients need innovative solutions to transform their operations, and we deliver with functional insights, advanced digital tools, and in-depth industry expertise. By leveraging Manhattan Warehouse Management solutions, we help clients optimize their warehousing and fulfillment processes, drive cost efficiency, and deliver exceptional customer experiences.
You Are:A Supply Chain and Operations professional with strong expertise in Manhattan WMS. You Lead program implementing warehouse management solutions to solve complex supply chain challenges. With a background in system implementation and program management, you excel in building efficient processes, leading teams, and collaborating with clients. Your combination of program management, problem-solving skills, and leadership ensures successful outcomes in warehousing and distribution projects.
The Work:
+ Lead the Program Management and deployment of Manhattan solutions to optimize supply chain distribution operations.
+ Collaborate with clients to manage multi-vendor complex supply chain programs such as New Distribution Center Start Up, WMS Implementation & Deployment, and Technology Strategy engagements
+ Support process improvement initiatives, leveraging data analytics and automation tools.
+ Lead and manage the end-to-end implementation and support of Warehouse Management System (WMS) programs, ensuring alignment with client objectives, timelines, and quality standards.
+ Coordinate cross-functional teams and stakeholders, driving program governance, risk management, and issue resolution to deliver successful outcomes.
+ Oversee strategic planning and continuous improvement initiatives, leveraging best practices to optimize WMS processes and enhance operational efficiency.
+ Contribute to business development efforts, including client presentations and proposal development.
+ Build and mentor team members, fostering a collaborative and innovative working environment.
+ Assist in integrating Manhattan solutions with broader supply chain systems to create seamless workflows.
+ Travel may be required for this role. The amount of travel will vary from 0 to 100% depending on business need and client requirements.
Here's What You Need:
+ Minimum of 5 years of experience in supply chain management, with at least 1 year focused on Manhattan WMS / Blue Yonder WMS implementations.
+ A Bachelor's Degree in supply chain, logistics, engineering, or a related field.
+ Hands-on experience managing Manhattan programs, implementation, and optimization.
Bonus Points If:
+ You have experience with Manhattan WMS modules such as Labor Management or slotting.
+ You are skilled in integrating Manhattan solutions with automation systems and other digital tools.
+ Agile Program Management: Expertise in Agile methodologies (Scrum, SAFe), driving iterative delivery and continuous improvement across complex WMS initiatives.
+ Stakeholder Engagement & Communication: Ability to manage executive-level stakeholders, facilitate clear communication, and align program objectives with business goals.
+ Risk & Issue Management: Skilled in identifying, assessing, and mitigating risks to ensure program success and operational stability.
+ Budgeting & Resource Planning: Proficient in managing program budgets, forecasting, and optimizing resource allocation for large-scale WMS deployments.
+ Change Management & Governance: Strong capability in implementing governance frameworks and leading organizational change for WMS adoption.
+ Technical Understanding of WMS Solutions: Familiarity with Manhattan WM or similar platforms, enabling effective coordination between technical teams and business users.
+ You have a track record of managing diverse teams and delivering client success.
Compensation at Accenture varies depending on a wide array of factors, which may include but are not limited to the specific office location, role, skill set, and level of experience. As required by local law, Accenture provides a reasonable range of compensation for roles that may be hired as set forth below.The application window for this job will remain open until at least 01/13/2026. However, if this date has passed and this role is still posted, please note we are still accepting applications.
Information on benefits is here. (************************************************************
Role Location Annual Salary Range
California $94,400 to $293,800
Cleveland $87,400 to $235,000
Colorado $94,400 to $253,800
District of Columbia $100,500 to $270,300
Illinois $87,400 to $253,800
Maryland $94,400 to $253,800
Massachusetts $94,400 to $270,300
Minnesota $94,400 to $253,800
New York/New Jersey $87,400 to $293,800
Washington $100,500 to $270,300
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How much does a purchasing manager earn in Saint Paul, MN?
The average purchasing manager in Saint Paul, MN earns between $62,000 and $130,000 annually. This compares to the national average purchasing manager range of $70,000 to $136,000.
Average purchasing manager salary in Saint Paul, MN
$90,000
What are the biggest employers of Purchasing Managers in Saint Paul, MN?
The biggest employers of Purchasing Managers in Saint Paul, MN are: