What you'll do:
- Create and execute procurement strategies to ensure cost control, continuous improvement and efficient management of resources and processes.
- Support internal and external relationships, effectively communicating sourcing activities across all levels within the organization.
- Lead assigned projects, focusing on cross functional and/or large customer programs, coordinating the handoff across the global procurement team once standardized.
- Deliver best practices across the global procurement for development of sales opportunities, cost analysis, and execution of customer statements of work.
- Source and evaluate suppliers, negotiate terms, and manage vendor relationships.
- Monitor market trends to identify changes that could impact purchasing strategies.
- Provide market data and projections to aid in the budgeting process
- Prepare and process purchase orders, RFQs and requisitions in accordance with company policies.
- Ensure compliance with legal requirements and company policies related to procurement.
- Provide backup coverage to support all areas of procurement.
- Other duties and responsibilities as assigned.
What it takes:
- Bachelor’s degree in an applicable field OR experience in lieu of a degree
- 4+ years of experience in the area of focus, or relevant experience in a manufacturing environment
- 4+ years of experience working with an Enterprise Resource Planning (ERP) system
- Strong business acumen and knowledge of upstream and downstream functions throughout a business.
- Excellent negotiation, communication, and interpersonal skills.
- Proficient in procurement software and Microsoft Office Suite.
- Strong continuous improvement mindset, analytical and problem-solving abilities.
- Able to identify problems and provide sustainable solutions.
- Ability to adapt to a fast paced work environment.
- Ability to rely on experience and judgment to plan and accomplish goals to perform a variety of tasks.
- Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
- Detail-oriented with a high level of accuracy.
- Knowledge of commonly used concepts, practices, and procedures within Supply Chain.
- Ability to influence people from multiple countries, cultures, and other functions within the business
- Proven experience in supply chain management/sourcing
- Strong negotiation experience with demonstrated results
- Expertise to identify opportunities for improvement and lead efforts
- Ability to influence and implement change
What's in it for you?
- We offer a competitive total compensation package
- In addition, we offer competitive benefits including but not limited to:
- Health Insurance: Traditional OR High Deductible plan
- Flexible Spending Accounts
- Health Savings Account (including employer contributions)
- Dental and Vision
- Basic and Supplemental Life Insurance
- Short-Term and Long-Term Disability
- Paid caregiver leave
- You will receive PTO + Holiday Pay + Volunteer Hours
- 401k with company match and immediate vest
- Employee Stock Purchase Program with a 15% discount
- And More!
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What We Do
Protolabs is the world's fastest digital manufacturing source for rapid prototyping and on-demand production. The technology-enabled company produces custom parts and assemblies in as fast as 1 day with automated 3D printing, CNC machining, sheet metal fabrication, and injection molding processes. Our digital approach to manufacturing enables accelerated time to market, reduces development and production costs, and minimizes risk throughout the product life cycle.
3D Printing
Our 3D printing service offers a wide selection of materials and technologies to create prototypes and end-use parts with complex geometries and detailed features. With tight process controls, careful design reviews, and extensive quality monitoring, we ensure precise and repeatable 3D-printed parts, every time.
CNC Machining
We use 3- and 5-axis milling along with turning to machine parts from commercial-grade plastics and metals. Our online quoting system and automated manufacturing process enable us to ship parts within 24 hours, helping customers accelerate development and reduce time to market.
Sheet Metal Fabrication
Protolabs is an industry leader in quick-turn sheet metal parts for both prototyping and low-volume production. Our digital approach to manufacturing enables us to fabricate sheet metal parts in as fast as 5 days. Additionally, we can support our customers’ development efforts with component assemblies, several finish options, and screen printing.
Injection Molding
Our injection molding service offers two options—prototyping and on-demand manufacturing—which provide customers a tooling solution that aligns with their project’s requirements. It’s used for quick-turn prototyping, bridge tooling, and low-volume production of up to 10,000+ parts in 15 days or less.
