Senior Procurement Manager
Senior Procurement Manager
Location: Greater Los Angeles Area
Compensation: $125,000 - $165,000 + Bonus
A rapidly growing private aerospace and defense company is seeking a Senior Procurement Manager to support a major facility expansion and lead strategic indirect procurement initiatives. This is an opportunity to join a stable, growth-oriented organization with significant visibility, autonomy, and long-term career advancement potential.
Key Responsibilities
- Lead strategic sourcing across indirect spend categories, including CAPEX, facilities, IT, services, construction, and corporate spend
- Manage supplier negotiations, contracts, and cost savings initiatives
- Lead a team of 6-10 procurement professionals
- Partner with stakeholders across Operations, Finance, HR, IT, and Supply Chain
- Support procurement activities tied to a major site expansion and future growth plans
Qualifications
- Bachelor's degree in Business, Supply Chain, Finance, Economics, or related field (MBA preferred)
- 10+ years of procurement experience
- 5+ years of procurement people leadership experience
- ERP experience required (SAP preferred)
Candidates should have purchasing experience in at least three (3) of the following categories:
- Capital equipment and manufacturing machinery
- Facilities and building services
- Construction projects and lease agreements
- Software, IT infrastructure, and technology services
- Corporate travel and event management
- Temporary labor and employee benefits
- Other indirect procurement categories with spend exceeding $50,000
Why This Opportunity?
- Play a key role in a major facility expansion
- High visibility with procurement and executive leadership
- Significant ownership and decision-making authority
- Fast-paced environment with strong opportunities for advancement
- Stable company with exceptional employee tenure and retention
- Direct exposure to senior leadership and company ownership
Compensation & Benefits
- Base salary: $125,000 - $165,000
- Annual discretionary bonus
- Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision coverage
- Strong employer healthcare contribution
- Paid vacation and holidays
This role is ideal for a hands-on procurement leader who thrives in a dynamic environment, enjoys building supplier strategies, and wants to make a lasting impact within a growing organization. If this sounds like you, apply directly below!
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