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Procurement Excellence Manager Jobs in Michigan (NOW HIRING)

Leads supplier negotiations and manages commercial relationships with integrated mills, mini-mills ... steel procurement excellence. * Presents commodity strategies, project updates, supplier ...

Leads supplier negotiations and manages commercial relationships with integrated mills, mini-mills ... steel procurement excellence. * Presents commodity strategies, project updates, supplier ...

As a Procurement Manager at RXO, you will handle transportation procurement functions, including ... To perform with excellence, we learn from one another, value diverse perspectives, operate safely ...

* We are seeking a GPS Procurement Technology Lead to help modernize and elevate our procurement ... management needs for our internal and external clients. Operational Excellence provides essential ...

Assess and manage procurement impacts related to scope changes, engineering revisions, supplier ... Background in process improvement and operational excellence preferred. * Advanced proficiency with ...

Analyst, Procurement

Livonia, MI · On-site

$56K - $89K/yr

... of Excellence! This role is developed for driven individuals who are eager to contribute to ... Act as the Project Manager for assigned sourcing initiatives, supporting execution from launch to ...

Analyst, Procurement

Livonia, MI · On-site

$56K - $89K/yr

... of Excellence! This role is developed for driven individuals who are eager to contribute to ... Act as the Project Manager for assigned sourcing initiatives, supporting execution from launch to ...

Director of Procurement - Grand Rapids, MI DISHER is partnering with a full-service design firm ... You'll drive operational excellence while collaborating closely with design and project management ...

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What is the difference between Procurement Excellence Manager vs Procurement Specialist?

AspectProcurement Excellence ManagerProcurement Specialist
CredentialsRelevant certifications (e.g., CPSM, C.P.M.), experience in procurement strategiesEntry to mid-level certifications, such as CIPS or APICS, with procurement experience
Work EnvironmentFocus on process improvement, strategy development, and cross-functional collaborationDay-to-day procurement activities, supplier communication, and purchase execution
Employer & Industry UsageUsed in large corporations, consulting firms, and organizations emphasizing procurement optimizationCommon in various industries for operational procurement roles

The Procurement Excellence Manager focuses on improving procurement processes and strategic initiatives, while the Procurement Specialist handles daily procurement tasks and supplier interactions. Both roles require procurement knowledge, but the manager role emphasizes process optimization and strategic planning.

Infographic showing various Procurement Excellence Manager job openings in Michigan as of September 2026, with employment types broken down into 84% Full Time, 13% Part Time, 2% Contract, and 1% Nights. Highlights an 86% Physical, 2% Hybrid, and 12% Remote job distribution.

Vice President Supply Chain - North America

Muskegon, MI

Full-time

Posted 20 days ago


Job description

The Vice President of Supply Chain, North America oversees all strategic and operational procurement activities for the region within a federal defense manufacturing environment. This leader is responsible for developing supplier strategies, ensuring compliant sourcing aligned with FAR/DFARS requirements, and driving cost, quality, and delivery performance across a complex supply base. The role partners extensively with Operations, Engineering, Program Management, Contracts, Quality, and Global Supply Chain to ensure procurement excellence that supports mission-critical defense programs.

  • Lead and develop the North America procurement organization, including strategic sourcing, tactical buying, subcontract management, and supplier development.
  • Build and maintain a resilent, high--performing supply base that meets quality, cost, delivery, cyber compliance, and security requirements.
  • Oversee end-to-end sourcing strategies for direct materials, engineered components, services, and critical defense technologies.
  • Ensure full compliance with federal acquisition regulations (FARS/DFARS), ITAR, and internal policies governing supplier selection, documentation, cost/price analysis, and audit readiness.
  • Partner closely with Engineering, Program Management and Global Procurement to align procurement execution with program schedules, technical requirements, and customer commitments.
  • Identify and mitigate supplier risks across quality, financial health, geopolitical considerations, and capacity constraints; implement supplier recovery and performance management plans as needed.
  • Drive cost-reduction initiatives, long-term sourcing agreements, and value-engineering activities.
  • Oversee negotiation of complex contracts, subcontracts, and long-term agreements, ensuring favorable terms aligned with federal contracting expectations.
  • Collaborate with global procurement leadership to align regional sourcing strategies with enterprise-wide goals.
  • Provide executive-level reporting on supplier performance, key risks, cost trends, and major procurement initiatives.
  • Champion digital tools, analytics, and process improvements to increase procurement efficiency and transparency.
  • Ensure the procurement team is trained and capable in regulatory compliance, negotiation, technical aptitude, supplier management, and documentation accuracy.