Procurement Manager Job at Robert Half, Cedar Rapids, IA

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  • Robert Half
  • Cedar Rapids, IA

Job Description

Our client is looking for an experienced Procurement Manager to oversee sourcing, procurement, and category management processes. This role requires a strategic thinker who can build strong vendor relationships, optimize inventory management, and ensure product excellence. Located in Cedar Rapids, Iowa, this opportunity is ideal for someone with strong attention to detail and deep expertise in supply chain management and product ownership.

Apply today! Call 319-362-8606 or email your resume to Shania Lewis (email on LinkedIn).

Responsibilities:

  • Lead sourcing efforts by negotiating with suppliers to achieve optimal quality, pricing, delivery terms, and service.
  • Identify opportunities to expand or update product categories and establish partnerships with new vendors.
  • Develop and maintain deep product expertise, including components, manufacturing processes, and quality standards.
  • Build and sustain strong vendor relationships while collaborating with internal teams for transparency and efficiency.
  • Manage inventory levels, reduce expired/dead stock, and optimize freight costs within assigned categories.
  • Partner with purchasing to resolve supplier delays, product shortages, and quality issues.

Qualifications:

  • +10 years of experience in product management, procurement, or supply chain management.
  • Proven expertise in sourcing, supplier negotiations, and inventory optimization.
  • Strong knowledge of category-specific products, including manufacturing processes and quality standards.
  • Familiarity with CPI (Consumer Price Index) and cost optimization strategies.
  • Proficiency in MRP (Material Requirements Planning) systems and tools.
  • Effective communication and relationship-building skills with vendors and internal teams.

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