Procurement Manager

Procurement Manager

Hypertherm Associates is looking for an experienced Procurement Manager to lead the OMAX team in Kent, Washington. If you are currently in procurement management and looking for a new challenge, this role offers an exciting opportunity to shape what is possible and drive our business to the next level.

As a 100% Associate-owned, global leader in providing advanced industrial cutting solutions, Hypertherm Associates offers a collaborative work environment while promoting empowerment and a positive work-life balance.

Key responsibilities as the Procurement Manager:

• Team Leadership: Guide and mentor a team of Procurement Associates, helping them achieve their performance goals and grow in their careers

• Strategic Development: Develop and implement holistic strategies for material categories to meet both short and long-term business needs

• Inventory Management: Oversee supply replenishment methods and manage inventory to align with company goals

• Cost Management: Determine Total Cost of Ownership (TCO), implement cost-saving initiatives, and develop cost transparency models with suppliers

• Supplier Management: Manage purchase orders, resolve supply disruptions, and provide feedback for supplier performance reviews

• Demand Forecasting: Communicate forecasted demand with suppliers and verify their capacity to meet demand

• ERP Data Integrity: Ensure the accuracy of ERP data for purchased parts

• New Product Introduction (NPI): Facilitate NPI with suppliers and manage new item setup

• Performance Reporting: Regularly report on supply chain performance, including inventory turns, supplier on-time delivery, and purchase price variance

Who you are and the experience you bring:

• Education: Bachelor’s degree in Supply Chain Management, Business Administration, or a related field

• Experience: Minimum of 7 years in procurement or supply chain management

• Leadership: Proven ability to lead teams and influence strategic decisions

• Strategic Thinking: Ability to think strategically while supporting tactical operations

• Cost Reduction: Experience in driving strategic cost reduction and removing supply chain risks

• Process Improvement: Experience in developing SIOP processes and removing waste from procurement processes

• Technical Expertise: Experience with metal parts (forming, casting, extrusions, machining), electronics, and cables

• Global Sourcing: Experience in international procurement and sourcing

• NPD: Experience in New Product Development

Preferred qualifications that differentiate you:

• Advanced Degree: MS/MBA with 6-8 years of experience

Location: Kent, WA
 

Travel: Up to 50%

Why join Hypertherm Associates?

• Global, 100% employee-owned company for over 55 years

• Profit-Sharing

• Employee Stock Ownership

• Five days/year Community Service Time

• Strong commitment to Environmental Stewardship

• Stable, growing organization with a no-layoff philosophy

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Hypertherm is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer and we welcome all applications. All employment decisions are based on business need, job requirements and our values as an associate-owned company without regard to race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, national origin, disability, or veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local laws. 

At Hypertherm Associates, we are committed to building an inclusive diverse, flexible, and collaborative environment. If our mission resonates with you, but you don’t meet all posted requirements, we encourage you to still apply. We will evaluate your application materials and may suggest alternative roles that better leverage your strengths and talents. For positions with multiple levels, we will evaluate your prior experience to determine the level within our organization you are best aligned based upon the job applying.

CURRENT ASSOCIATES OR TEMPORARY ASSOCIATES: Please apply via your internal Workday career account.

$111,469.00-$185,782.13 AnnualThis is the base pay range that an applicant can expect to make upon hire. Pay within this range will vary based upon relevant experience, skills, and education among other factors.