Procurement Manager

Job Title: Procurement Manager

Job Description

The Procurement Manager provides direct procurement leadership support to a manufacturing division in North Carolina. This role involves supervising and leading a procurement team, focusing on establishing new model sourcing and costs, managing mass production sourcing and costs, and executing business strategies in collaboration with cross-functional partners.

Responsibilities

• Distribute work among team members efficiently.
• Negotiate with suppliers to secure favorable terms.
• Conduct cost analysis and develop sourcing strategies.
• Evaluate supplier competitiveness and escalate issues to management.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to ensure strong relationships with suppliers.
• Reinforce best practices and support continuous improvement initiatives (PDCA).
• Manage associate performance and development through performance reviews and career planning.
• Contribute to budgeting and cost roll-ups.
• Substitute for the Department Lead when necessary to maintain business continuity.

Essential Skills

• 6-8+ years of relevant experience, preferably in Powersports or Automotive industries.
• 5+ years of supervisory or project leadership experience.
• Bachelor's degree in Industrial, Mechanical, or Process Engineering, or equivalent experience.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Word, Excel, and PowerPoint.
• Familiarity with ERP systems such as SAP.
• Strong confidentiality, ethics, and professional judgment.
• Effective time management, negotiation, and communication skills.
• Understanding of product development schedules and manufacturing timelines.
• Knowledge of cost, budget, and financial management practices.

Additional Skills & Qualifications

• Strategic sourcing and procurement leadership skills.
• Experience with purchase order management and vendor management.
• Analytical and decision-making skills, including cost gap analysis.
• Experience in contract negotiation and catalog administration.

Work Environment

The role is primarily office-based with frequent computer and keyboard use. Occasional exposure to manufacturing and shop environments may occur, along with limited physical activity such as standing, kneeling, and bending. There is potential exposure to hazardous materials typical of manufacturing settings. Travel is required 1–3 times per quarter, including potential international travel, and overtime is expected based on project demands.

This is a Contract position based out of Swepsonville, NC.

The pay range for this position is $50.00 - $75.00/hr.

Eligibility requirements apply to some benefits and may depend on your job classification and length of employment. Benefits are subject to change and may be subject to specific elections, plan, or program terms. If eligible, the benefits available for this temporary role may include the following:
• Medical, dental & vision
• Critical Illness, Accident, and Hospital
• 401(k) Retirement Plan – Pre-tax and Roth post-tax contributions available
• Life Insurance (Voluntary Life & AD&D for the employee and dependents)
• Short and long-term disability
• Health Spending Account (HSA)
• Transportation benefits
• Employee Assistance Program
• Time Off/Leave (PTO, Vacation or Sick Leave)

This is a fully onsite position in Swepsonville,NC.

This position is anticipated to close on Apr 16, 2026.

Diversity, Equity & Inclusion

At Actalent, diversity and inclusion are a bridge towards the equity and success of our people. DE&I is embedded into our culture through:

• Hiring diverse talent
• Maintaining an inclusive environment through persistent self-reflection
• Building a culture of care, engagement, and recognition with clear outcomes
• Ensuring growth opportunities for our people

Actalent is an equal opportunity employer.

About Actalent

Actalent is a global leader in engineering and sciences services. For more than 40 years, we’ve helped visionary companies advance their goals. Headquartered in the United States, our teams span 150 offices across North America, EMEA, and APAC—with four delivery centers in India led by 1,000+ extraordinary employees who connect their passion with purpose every day.

Our Bangalore, Hyderabad, Pune, and Chennai delivery centers are hubs of engineering expertise, with core capabilities in mechanical and electrical engineering, systems and software, and manufacturing engineering. Our teams deliver work across multiple industries including transportation, consumer and industrial products, and life sciences. We serve more than 4,500 clients, including many Fortune 500 brands. Learn more about how we can work together at actalentservices.com.