Cleveland Brothers, the largest Cat® dealer in Pennsylvania, northern West Virginia and western Maryland, has an immediate opportunity for a Procurement Manager in Harrisburg PA.

The Procurement Manager will play a key role in modernizing procurement processes and participating in the successful implementation of our new ERP system. This is an exciting opportunity for a driven individual to lead the procurement function of a dynamic and growing company, with the opportunity to make a significant impact on cost savings, efficiency, and adoption of procurement processes.

Position Summary:

The Procurement Manager will lead and oversee all purchasing activities across the organization, ensuring efficient and cost-effective procurement of goods and services. This new role is responsible for managing corporate and branch-level spending, fostering strong relationships with suppliers, and providing essential support to internal and external stakeholders.

Primary Responsibilities:

Participate in the implementation of the ERP procurement system, ensuring procurement readiness for go-live in 2025.
Update and modernize purchasing Policies, Procedures, and Programs across the organization to improve efficiency and compliance.
Manage, mentor, and develop the Procurement team while identifying future organizational needs.
Build and maintain strategic relationships with suppliers, negotiating for optimal pricing, quality, and service guarantees.
Analyze vendor payments and outgoing expenses to identify cost-saving opportunities and ensure compliance with organizational policies.
Monitor, evaluate, and improve supplier performance while developing new supply sources as needed.
Manage the review, evaluation, and negotiation of bids, recommend awards, and establish favorable account/credit terms.
Oversee and negotiate blanket purchase orders to streamline purchasing processes.
Collaborate with 29 branch locations to enhance efficiency, implement process improvements, and drive cost reduction initiatives.
Review and approve check requisitions and invoices, ensuring correct pricing and authorization.
Ensure compliance with safety regulations and corporate policies on business ethics.
Travel as needed within the dealership territory to support branches and maintain supplier relationships.
Centralize purchasing utilizing new ERP System
Corporate level spending of shop supplies, PPE, uniforms and other supplies

Skills / Knowledge / Qualifications:

Bachelor’s degree in business or related field, professional certification preferred (CPP, CPM, or SPSM).
Extensive experience in a purchasing, procurement, or supply chain management role, including leadership and developing team capabilities.
Strong negotiation skills and the ability to build effective relationships with suppliers and vendors.
Microsoft D365 experience preferred

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