The Role
Own assigned spend categories and source materials/services to meet engineering and manufacturing schedules. Manage POs, supplier selection, contract negotiation, supplier performance (scorecards, QBRs), and international contracts. Collaborate with Engineering, Quality, and Operations to prevent shortages, drive cost-reduction initiatives, and run procurement reporting and inventory coordination.
Summary Generated by Built In
Strategic Procurement SpecialistPay Range: $62,400 - $79,040 annually, based on experience
Location: Lanco Integrated
At Lanco, you’re not managing supply chains for commodity widgets. You’re sourcing specialized components and materials for one-of-a-kind custom automation systems. Machines that end up in hospitals, defense applications, and consumer products across 30+ countries. Every build has unique requirements, tight timelines, and high stakes. That means procurement here is never routine, it’s strategic. And we need someone who operates that way.
We’re looking for a Strategic Procurement Specialist who owns their spend categories, thinks ahead of the build schedule, and brings a track record of supplier relationships that hold up under pressure. You’ll be embedded with Engineering, Operations, and Planning. A go-to resource who drives procurement decisions from requirements through delivery. If you’re someone who sees around corners and brings solutions instead of problems, this role was built for you.
What You’ll DoProcurement & purchase orders
Supplier relationships
Cross-functional collaboration
Inventory & reporting
Our people are what set us apart. Lanco’s team is incredibly engaged, collaborative, skilled, and genuinely invested in the work. We’re also proud to be an employee-owned company through our ESOP. BenefitsWe take care of our people — and their futures.
Location: Lanco Integrated
At Lanco, you’re not managing supply chains for commodity widgets. You’re sourcing specialized components and materials for one-of-a-kind custom automation systems. Machines that end up in hospitals, defense applications, and consumer products across 30+ countries. Every build has unique requirements, tight timelines, and high stakes. That means procurement here is never routine, it’s strategic. And we need someone who operates that way.
We’re looking for a Strategic Procurement Specialist who owns their spend categories, thinks ahead of the build schedule, and brings a track record of supplier relationships that hold up under pressure. You’ll be embedded with Engineering, Operations, and Planning. A go-to resource who drives procurement decisions from requirements through delivery. If you’re someone who sees around corners and brings solutions instead of problems, this role was built for you.
What You’ll DoProcurement & purchase orders
- Source and procure materials and services from outside vendors to support Engineering and Manufacturing schedules.
- Issue, enter, and expedite purchase orders; maintain accurate PO records and proactively communicate supply issues to keep projects on track.
- Request competitive quotes and evaluate bids on cost, quality, and delivery.
Supplier relationships
- Negotiate with vendors to secure the best possible cost and delivery terms.
- Own vendor contract review and execution for assigned categories, ensuring terms protect Lanco’s interests on cost, delivery, and quality.
- Own supplier scorecards for your assigned portfolio; hold vendors accountable to agreed-upon KPIs and drive structured improvement plans when performance falls short.
- Lead Quarterly Business Reviews with assigned suppliers.
- Work with global contracts and international suppliers.
Cross-functional collaboration
- Serve as the procurement point of contact embedded with Engineering, Quality, and Operations. Driving material decisions from spec through delivery and bringing procurement expertise into project conversations early.
Inventory & reporting
- Monitor inventory levels and coordinate with planning/scheduling to prevent shortages.
- Lead cost reduction initiatives across assigned spend categories. Identify opportunities, build the case, and drive execution. Run rebalance and procurement reports on a regular, timely basis.
- Bachelor’s degree in Supply Chain, Business Administration, or a related field preferred; equivalent professional experience will be considered.
- 5+ years of hands-on procurement or strategic sourcing experience in a manufacturing environment, with a track record of independently managing a supplier portfolio - not primarily shipping, receiving, or inventory management. Custom or project-based manufacturing experience is a strong plus.
- Proven ability to manage supplier relationships with depth. Including contract negotiation, performance management, and escalation handling - not just transactional buying.
- Proficiency with ERP systems (SAP, Oracle, Global Shop Solutions, or similar) required; advanced Excel skills expected.
- Experience with international suppliers or global contracts preferred but not required.
- Independent, proactive problem-solver who identifies supply chain issues before they become crises and brings solutions to the table, not just flags.
- Strong communicator who can hold their own in cross-functional conversations with Engineering, Operations, and leadership. Comfortable with complexity and confident managing multiple priorities simultaneously.
- Professional certification (CPSM, CPSD, or CSCP) is a strong differentiator and reflects the level of expertise we’re looking for; not required but valued.
Our people are what set us apart. Lanco’s team is incredibly engaged, collaborative, skilled, and genuinely invested in the work. We’re also proud to be an employee-owned company through our ESOP. BenefitsWe take care of our people — and their futures.
- ESOP (Employee Stock Ownership Plan)
- 401(k) with company match
- Health, dental, and life insurance
- Short and long-term disability
- Paid time off & paid holidays
- Paid parental leave
- Tuition reimbursement
Skills Required
- 5+ years of hands-on procurement or strategic sourcing experience in a manufacturing environment
- Proficiency with ERP systems (SAP, Oracle, Global Shop Solutions, or similar)
- Advanced Excel skills
- Proven supplier relationship management including contract negotiation, performance management, and escalation handling
- Ability to independently manage a supplier portfolio in custom or project-based manufacturing
- Bachelor's degree in Supply Chain, Business Administration, or a related field (or equivalent experience)
- Experience with international suppliers or global contracts
- Professional certification (CPSM, CPSD, or CSCP)
- Strong communication and cross-functional collaboration skills; independent, proactive problem-solving
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The Company
What We Do
LANCO INTEGRATED is a leading manufacturer of equipment for production automation and a builder of flexible turnkey assembly systems. We empower global assembly. With machines installed in over 30 countries, LANCO INTEGRATED has extensive experience in the construction of special-purpose equipment as well as in the integration of industrial robots and other commercially available automation products. From parts conveyence, calibration and robotics to the integration of handling systems - Lanco Integrated has the solution to your needs for custom automation within medical, consumer products, defense, electronics and commercial industrial products and device manufacturing
