Strategic Procurement Manager

Job Description

Job Description

Eagerly searching for a Procurement Manager to lead a procurement team and oversee the sourcing of custom promotional products. This role requires strong leadership, exceptional communication skills, and expertise in Asia sourcing, cost analysis, and logistics. The ideal candidate will thrive in a fast-paced, collaborative environment and play a critical role in delivering competitive, high-quality products to our customers.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead and mentor a team of 4–5 procurement specialists, driving efficiency and accuracy in the RFQ process.
• Partner with Sales to receive, prioritize, and execute customer and sales rep RFQs.
• Manage projects through our project management system (Wrike) to ensure timelines are met.
• Collaborate with the Graphic Design team to develop mockups for customer approval.
• Source and negotiate with Chinese factories and suppliers, balancing quality, cost, and delivery timelines.
• Evaluate and compare factory quotes, including unit pricing, packaging, and mold/tooling costs.
• Calculate and analyze shipping costs, recommending the most cost-effective options (DHL, FedEx IE, or ocean freight).
• Apply HTS codes and tariff rates for accurate landed cost calculations.
• Deliver detailed, competitive pricing to Sales and customers.
• Build and maintain strong relationships with international vendors and factories.
• Oversee select office management responsibilities as needed.

Qualifications & Skills

• Experience: 3+ years in procurement, sourcing, or supply chain management (promotional products, manufacturing, or consumer goods industry experience preferred).
• Leadership: Proven ability to manage and develop a team while working cross-functionally with Sales and Design.
• Technical Skills: Proficiency in project management software (Wrike preferred) and advanced Excel for cost modeling and analysis.
• Negotiation & Communication: Strong negotiation skills and the ability to clearly communicate with suppliers and internal teams.
• Detail Orientation: Skilled in analyzing costs, tariffs, and logistics for accurate and competitive pricing.
• Asia Sourcing Knowledge: Familiarity with Chinese factories and international logistics strongly preferred.