Procurement Manager (Aftermarket Services)

Procurement & Aftermarket Services Manager

Location: St. Louis, MO

Our client, a well-established industrial manufacturing company, is seeking an experienced Procurement & Aftermarket Services Manager to lead purchasing operations while overseeing aftermarket parts and service support. This leadership role is ideal for someone who enjoys strategic sourcing, supplier negotiations, inventory management, and leading a high-performing team.

Responsibilities

• Develop and execute sourcing strategies for materials, equipment, and services.
• Negotiate supplier pricing, contracts, and delivery terms.
• Manage purchasing activities from requisition through delivery.
• Build and maintain strong supplier relationships.
• Monitor market trends and minimize supply chain risks.
• Lead a small Aftermarket Services team responsible for parts fulfillment and inventory.
• Oversee aftermarket quoting, pricing, and inventory management.
• Collaborate with Operations, Engineering, Finance, and Customer Service to ensure production and customer needs are met.
• Track purchasing metrics and identify continuous improvement opportunities.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Supply Chain, Business, Operations, or related field (or equivalent experience).
• Five or more years of procurement or supply chain experience.
• Previous experience in industrial manufacturing preferred.
• Leadership experience managing employees or teams.
• Experience with ERP purchasing systems.
• Strong negotiation, organizational, and communication skills.

Preferred Experience

• Metals or industrial manufacturing.
• Aftermarket parts or spare parts operations.
• Supply chain certifications (CPSM, CSCP, or similar).

Benefits

• Competitive salary
• Comprehensive benefits package
• Leadership opportunity with a growing manufacturing organization
• Collaborative team environment
• Opportunity to drive process improvements and strategic sourcing initiatives

This position offers an excellent opportunity for a procurement professional looking to make a significant impact while leading both purchasing operations and aftermarket services within a stable, growing organization.