Lead Procurement Supervisor Pumps

Primary Duties & Responsibilities

• Lead and supervise the procurement team in handling RFQs, PO processing, and supplier coordination in PUMPS production.
• Manage and strengthen relationships with key suppliers, including handling escalations and negotiations
• Drive cost-saving initiatives through strategic sourcing, benchmarking, and negotiations
• Ensure timely procurement to support production and project requirements
• Monitor supplier performance (quality, delivery, cost) and implement improvement actions
• Identify and mitigate supply chain risks (e.g., dual sourcing, inventory planning)
• Collaborate with internal stakeholders (engineering, operations, finance, global teams)
• Develop and enforce procurement processes, policies, and compliance standards
• Track KPIs and prepare procurement reports for management
• Coach and develop team members to improve performance and capability
• Demonstrates consistent communication with direct manager on
  project status, procurement activities, and team concerns.
• Responsible for updating and aligning with the direct Manager on
  operational priorities and team performance.

• Demonstrates effective communication and coordination with
  buyers and direct manager.

   

Education & Experience

• A bachelor’s degree or its equivalents with at least 5 years of relevant work experience 
   

Skills

• Strategic sourcing
• Supplier negotiations
• Cost-saving initiatives
• Contract management
• Supplier development
• Leadership and mentoring
• Procurement strategy execution
• Global sourcing and supply chain management.

Working Conditions

• This role is 100% onsite

   

Culture Commitment

Ensure adherence to company’s values (ICARE) in all aspects of your position at Coherent Corp.:

Integrity – Create an Environment of Trust

Collaboration – Innovate Through the Sharing of Ideas

Accountability – Own the Process and the Outcome

Respect – Recognize the Value in Everyone

Enthusiasm – Find a Sense of Purpose in Work