Procurement Supervisor

At Wenger Corporation, our work is driven by M.U.S.I.C. (Motivation, Unity, Success, Innovation, and Customer Commitment) and united by purpose. With over 80 years of passion for performance, we enrich lives by enabling and inspiring great performances through world-class products and solutions for music education, performing arts, and athletic spaces. Across our family of brands, we are committed to our customers, to each other, and driven by the belief that great performances happen when great people work together. Join our team, where motivation drives excellence, innovation shapes the future of performance, and customer commitment guides everything we do.

As a Procurement Supervisor, you will contribute to Wenger Corporation's strategy to provide exceptional customer experience by strengthening supplier relationships, improving purchasing processes, and ensuring consistent execution of procurement policies and procedures. As a Procurement Supervisor you will be overseeing daily procurement operations and ensuring the timely, cost-effective, and compliant acquisition of materials, components, and services required to support business operations. This position provides leadership to procurement staff, supports supplier management activities, and partners closely with operations, engineering, and finance to align purchasing strategies with organizational goals.

At a minimum, you'll need:

• Bachelor's degree in business, supply chain management, operations, or a related field, or equivalent combination of education and experience.
• Minimum of three to five years of experience in purchasing, procurement, or supply chain operations.
• Prior experience leading or coordinating the work of others.
• Strong negotiation, communication, and interpersonal skills.
• Strong organizational and time management skills with the ability to manage multiple priorities.
• Proficiency with ERP systems and standard business software applications.

It would be great if you also have:

• Knowledge of supplier performance management and cost-reduction initiatives
• Experience supporting manufacturing, production, or technical organizations.
• Knowledge of supplier performance management and cost-reduction initiatives.

A typical day may include:

• Supervise Procurement Operations

Supervise and coordinate daily purchasing activities to ensure accurate, timely, and compliant procurement of materials, components, and services.

• Lead and Support Procurement Staff

Provide day-to-day guidance, training, and performance support to procurement team members. Assist with onboarding, workflow coordination, and coverage planning.

• Supplier and Sourcing Management

Support supplier selection, qualification, and ongoing performance management. Assist in identifying alternate sources of supply and supporting risk mitigation strategies.

• Cost Management and Negotiation Support

Support pricing reviews, cost reduction initiatives, and contract or pricing negotiations in coordination with leadership and cross-functional partners.

• Purchase Order and Compliance Oversight

Oversee purchase order processing to ensure accuracy, proper authorization, and compliance with internal policies and procedures.

• Cross-Functional Collaboration

Partner with operations, engineering, quality, and finance teams to align procurement activities with production schedules, inventory strategies, and project requirements.

• Inventory and Supply Continuity Support

Assist in managing supply continuity by monitoring material availability, lead times, and supplier performance to minimize production disruptions.

• Process Improvement and Standardization

Identify opportunities to improve procurement workflows, tools, and reporting processes. Support the development and implementation of standardized procurement practices.

• Reporting and Data Analysis

Prepare and review procurement reports related to spend, supplier performance, delivery metrics, and cost trends.

• Policy and Documentation Management

Support the development, maintenance, and communication of procurement procedures, work instructions, and internal documentation.

Benefit offerings include:

• Paid Time Off
• 9 Paid Holidays
• Generous Profit Sharing
• Medical, Dental and Vision Insurance
• Spending Accounts - HSA, FSA, DCFSA
• Company Paid Short-term and Long-term Disability Insurance
• 401k Retirement Plan with Company Match
• Company Paid Life Insurance
• Supplemental Life Insurance
• Employee Assistance Program
• Tuition Reimbursement Program

Pay information reflects the anticipated compensation range for this position based on current market data. Individual pay is determined by skills, experience, and other relevant factors.

Wenger Corporation's core purpose is to ENRICH LIVES BY ENABLING AND INSPIRING GREAT PERFORMANCES.

Put your passion to work in an exciting, rewarding industry that inspires great performances today!

Wenger Corporation is an Equal Opportunity / Affirmative Action Employer

All Qualified Candidates are Encouraged to Apply