<p>We are looking for an experienced Procurement Manager to join our clients team in Tempe, Arizona. In this role, you will play a pivotal part in establishing and enhancing a global procurement framework that aligns with corporate goals and drives operational excellence. This is an exciting opportunity for a motivated and detail-oriented individual to make a lasting impact by optimizing procurement strategies and fostering supplier relationships.</p><p><br></p><p>Responsibilities:</p><p>• Manage procurement activities across multiple categories, including maintenance, equipment, supplies, fleet, terminals, and logistics.</p><p>• Collaborate with internal stakeholders to align procurement strategies with organizational objectives.</p><p>• Negotiate and oversee large-scale, complex supply contracts to ensure value and compliance.</p><p>• Develop and implement purchasing strategies that optimize operational efficiency and supplier relationships.</p><p>• Drive procurement synergies through standardization, vendor consolidation, and leveraging untapped scale opportunities.</p><p>• Provide strategic and tactical guidance on procurement processes based on market trends and best practices.</p><p>• Lead cross-functional teams to identify and address regional and national procurement opportunities.</p><p>• Establish benchmarks and performance objectives to measure procurement success.</p><p>• Foster strong communication channels with senior management to ensure alignment and transparency.</p><p>• Scale successful regional procurement programs to multinational and global levels.</p>