Procurement Professional Jobs in Rochester, MI (NOW HIRING)

Overview: 

• Bachelor's degree in Supply Chain, Business, Engineering, Operations, or a related field. 
• Minimum 8+ years of experience in Purchasing, Strategic Sourcing, CAPEX Procurement, or Industrial Project environments. 
• This role is responsible for managing procurement activities supporting major CAPEX investments, plant expansion initiatives, and industrial equipment projects across North America.
• The successful candidate will lead sourcing, supplier selection, contract negotiations, and cost management activities while partnering closely with Engineering, Manufacturing, Operations, and Industrial Project teams.
• The ideal candidate is a highly autonomous procurement professional with strong experience in industrial equipment purchasing, project-based sourcing, supplier negotiations, and capital expenditure management within a manufacturing environment.  

Key Responsibilities:

• Capital Equipment Procurement 
• Lead sourcing and procurement activities for manufacturing equipment and industrial systems 
• Manage RFQ, RFP, supplier selection, commercial negotiations, and contract execution 
• Support capital investment projects from planning through implementation 
• Develop sourcing strategies that balance cost, quality, timing, and operational requirements 
• Identify opportunities for cost reduction and value engineering 
• Industrial Projects Support 
• Partner with Industrial Project teams to support plant expansion, capacity increase, and manufacturing investment initiatives 
• Participate in project planning, budgeting, procurement scheduling, and implementation activities 
• Ensure procurement milestones align with overall project timelines 
• Support project teams throughout equipment installation and launch phases 
• Supplier Relationship Management 
• Identify, evaluate, and develop strategic suppliers for capital equipment and industrial services 
• Lead supplier negotiations covering pricing, commercial terms, delivery schedules, warranties, and service agreements 
• Manage supplier performance and ensure delivery commitments are achieved 
• Build long-term supplier partnerships supporting future investments 
• Contract Management & Commercial Leadership 
• Negotiate contracts, purchase agreements, and commercial terms 
• Evaluate total cost of ownership and financial impacts of sourcing decisions 
• Mitigate commercial and supply chain risks associated with large capital projects 
• Ensure compliance with internal procurement policies and procedures 
• Cost Analysis & Financial Support 
• Perform detailed cost analysis and benchmarking activities 
• Support capital expenditure forecasting and project budgeting efforts 
• Prepare business cases, sourcing recommendations, and executive-level presentations 
• Track purchasing performance, savings, and project financial metrics 
• Cross-Functional Collaboration 
• Work closely with Engineering, Manufacturing, Operations, Finance, Program Management, and Industrial Project teams 
• Support technical and commercial evaluations during supplier selection 
• Participate in project reviews and stakeholder meetings 
• Act as the procurement representative within major CAPEX initiatives 
• Project Management & Execution 
• Manage multiple sourcing activities and project priorities simultaneously 
• Monitor procurement schedules and proactively address project risks 
• Support successful implementation of capital projects across multiple locations 
• Ensure deliverables are completed within project timelines 

Profile:  

• Experienced CAPEX procurement professional capable of operating independently with minimal supervision 
• Strong sense of ownership and accountability for project outcomes 
• Comfortable working in fast-paced industrial environments with multiple stakeholders 
• Effective communicator able to influence both technical and commercial discussions 
• Results-driven and capable of pushing projects forward in complex organizations 
• Strong analytical mindset with excellent commercial judgment 
• Ability to balance strategic sourcing initiatives with day-to-day project execution 
• Highly organized with strong prioritization and time management skills 

Must Have:  

• 8+ years of purchasing, strategic sourcing, or procurement experience 
• Significant experience supporting CAPEX and industrial investment projects 
• Experience sourcing and negotiating for industrial equipment, manufacturing systems, automation, or production assets 
• Strong contract negotiation and supplier management experience 
• Proven project management capabilities 
• Experience collaborating with Engineering, Manufacturing, and Operations teams 
• Strong cost analysis and commercial evaluation skills 
• Advanced Excel and data analysis capabilities 
• Ability to create and deliver executive-level presentations 
• Demonstrated ability to operate autonomously and become productive quickly 
• Experience working in manufacturing or industrial environments 

Good to Have: 

• Automotive industry experience 
• Plant expansion, brownfield, or manufacturing growth project experience 
• Exposure to industrial building, facilities, or infrastructure-related procurement 
• Experience supporting multiple sites or large-scale capital programs 
• Background in industrial project organizations 
• Knowledge of automation, robotics, assembly systems, or manufacturing technologies 
• Previous leadership or team coordination experience 
• Experience within Tier 1 automotive suppliers or large manufacturing organizations 
• Engineering or technical background complementing procurement expertise