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Description
Overview
The MRO & Procurement Manager is a critical strategic and operational leader responsible for all maintenance, repair, and operations (MRO) sourcing, capital equipment procurement, and indirect spend management across the company's US and international production facilities. Reporting directly to the VP/Director of Operations, this role will build and manage a world-class procurement function that drives cost savings, supply continuity, and vendor performance in support of our manufacturing operations. #LI-Remote
About Unrivaled Teamwear
Unrivaled Teamwear serves as the parent company of Champion Teamwear, Gear for Sports, and Knights Apparel, each as an industry leader in the sports and team apparel space. Our family of brands know what goes into great decorated garments, using top-quality fabrics and offering creative decoration options. Each brand offers customers a premier selection and exceptional service for all their sportswear needs, from T-shirts and caps to fleece, performance wear, and outerwear.
Essential Duties
MRO Sourcing & Vendor Management

• Develop and execute a comprehensive MRO procurement strategy supporting automated printing equipment, embroidery machines, and facility infrastructure across all sites.
• Build and manage a preferred vendor program; negotiate master supply agreements, pricing, and SLAs with MRO distributors and OEM parts suppliers.
• Establish min/max inventory levels and safety stock protocols for critical spare parts to minimize unplanned downtime.
• Partner with maintenance and engineering teams to standardize parts specifications and reduce SKU proliferation.
• Track vendor KPIs including fill rates, lead times, pricing accuracy, and quality; conduct quarterly business reviews.

Capital Equipment Procurement

• Lead end-to-end procurement for capital equipment investments including embroidery machines, DTG/DTF printing systems, heat presses, finishing equipment, and material handling systems.
• Manage competitive RFP/RFQ processes, total cost of ownership (TCO) analysis, and vendor negotiations for major equipment purchases.

Indirect Spend Management

• Own procurement strategy for indirect categories including facilities management, janitorial/MRO supplies, office supplies, utilities contracts, packaging materials, and professional services.
• Implement or optimize a Purchase Order (PO) system and approval workflows; enforce procurement policy compliance across facilities.
• Identify and deliver measurable cost savings targets (5-10% YoY) across indirect categories.

Production Consumables - Inks & Threads

• Manage sourcing and vendor relationships for screen printing inks, DTG/DTF inks, embroidery threads, stabilizers, and related production consumables.
• Negotiate volume pricing agreements and rebate structures with key consumable suppliers.
• Monitor market pricing trends (raw materials, dye costs) and proactively manage supply risk.

International & Multi-Site Coordination

• Coordinate procurement activities across multiple US production facilities and international operations; ensure global consistency in procurement standards and reporting.
• Navigate import/export regulations, customs requirements, and cross-border logistics for international equipment and consumable purchases.
• Identify and develop regional supply sources internationally to reduce costs and lead times at international facilities.

Systems, Reporting & Continuous Improvement

• Lead or support implementation and optimization of procurement/ERP modules (SAP, NetSuite, Oracle, Coupa).
• Develop procurement dashboards and monthly spend analytics to provide visibility to Operations and Finance leadership.
• Champion continuous improvement initiatives across the supply chain, including supplier diversity programs and sustainability sourcing goals.
• Maintain vendor master data and contract repository; ensure all key agreements are documented and renewed proactively.

Qualifications
Required

• Bachelor's degree in Supply Chain Management, Business, Engineering, or a related field.
• 7+ years of progressive procurement or supply chain experience, with at least 3 years in an MRO, manufacturing, or industrial procurement role.
• Demonstrated experience managing capital equipment procurement and multi-category indirect spend.
• Strong negotiation skills with a proven track record of delivering cost savings and supplier performance improvements.
• Experience managing procurement across multiple facilities, including at least one international site.
• Proficiency with ERP or procurement systems (SAP, Oracle, NetSuite, Coupa, or equivalent).
• Solid understanding of inventory management principles, spare parts management, and vendor-managed inventory (VMI) programs.
• Excellent analytical skills; comfortable building TCO models, spend analyses, and supplier scorecards in Excel or BI tools.

Preferred

• Experience in garment manufacturing, decoration, textile, or consumer goods industries.
• Experience with import/export compliance and international procurement logistics.
• Spanish or other language fluency is a plus for international site collaboration.

EOE/AA: Minorities/Females/Veterans/Disabled
Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
This job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of all activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the associate. Other duties will be assigned as needed.
We maintain a drug-free workplace and perform pre-employment substance abuse testing as well as participate in E-Verify.