Purchasing Manager

Barnes Aerospace

. Develop and execute category strategies for assigned indirect commodities .

Posted 10/19/2026full-timeRemote • United StatesSeniorLead💰 $98,000 - $153,000 per yearWebsite

Core Competencies

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in strategic sourcing, category management, and procurement processes, with a strong focus on cost savings, supplier performance management, and stakeholder collaboration. Proficient in data analysis and negotiation, ensuring compliance with company policies and driving continuous improvement in procurement activities.

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Strategic SourcingSupplier Performance ManagementCost Savings AnalysisNegotiation SkillsStakeholder Collaboration

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Hard Skills

Spend AnalysisTotal Cost Of OwnershipBusiness-Case DevelopmentSupplier IdentificationMarket AnalysisRFx EventsBid EvaluationContract ManagementDemand ForecastingProcess Efficiency

Soft Skills

Influencing StakeholdersCustomer Relationship BuildingAttention To DetailIssue ResolutionPresentation Skills

Tools & Technologies

Microsoft ExcelMicrosoft WordMicrosoft PowerPointMicrosoft TeamsWAVECOUPAPowerBI

Industry Keywords

Indirect SpendProcurementCategory ManagementSupply ChainCommercial AgreementsKPI ManagementRisk MitigationComplianceContract TermsEthical Standards

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Develop and execute category strategies for assigned indirect commodities
Align sourcing plans with business priorities, total cost of ownership, supply continuity, risk mitigation, and value creation
Drive cost savings, cost avoidance, working-capital improvements, demand-management opportunities, and process efficiencies
Lead end-to-end strategic sourcing initiatives, including requirements gathering, demand forecasting, market analysis, supplier identification, RFx events, bid evaluation, supplier selection, and business-case development
Negotiate, execute, and implement commercial agreements, including long-term agreements, non-disclosure agreements, statements of work, pricing, service-level agreements, and contract terms
Support the Global Indirect Commodity Manager with complex negotiations, contract implementation, and strategic sourcing priorities
Manage supplier relationships and performance against KPIs for quality, delivery, cost, responsiveness, innovation, compliance, and corrective-action execution
Analyze spend, supplier, and market data to identify supplier consolidation, standardization, risk reduction, and category value opportunities
Maintain visibility of sourcing initiatives, supplier risks, action plans, and realized value
Provide recommendations and regular updates to leadership and key stakeholders
Ensure procurement activities comply with company policies, delegated authorities, ethical standards, and contracting requirements
Drive adoption and continuous improvement of procurement processes and systems, including sourcing, procure-to-pay, and contract-management tools
Build partnerships with stakeholders across IT, Operations, Engineering, Finance, Facilities, Quality, Legal, and other functions
Collaborate with procurement colleagues on cross-category opportunities, special projects, supplier strategies, and market intelligence
Travel approximately 15%–25% as required
Perform other duties as assigned
Report to the Global Indirect Commodity Manager

Requirements

What you’ll need

7+ years of experience in procurement, strategic sourcing, category management, supply chain, or a related commercial role, preferably with indirect spend exposure
Proven ability to lead strategic sourcing initiatives, evaluate supplier proposals, negotiate commercial terms, benchmark market opportunities, and manage supplier performance
Strong analytical and financial acumen, including spend analysis, total cost of ownership, business-case development, and a demonstrated record of delivering progressive cost savings
Excellent written, verbal, and presentation skills
Ability to influence cross-functional stakeholders, build strong customer relationships, resolve issues constructively, and present recommendations to leadership
Sound judgment and attention to detail
Ability to balance cost, risk, quality, service, and business requirements
Ability to manage multiple concurrent priorities and projects in a fast-paced, global environment
Ability to delegate work effectively when appropriate
Proficiency in Microsoft Office applications, including Excel (PivotTables and VLOOKUP/XLOOKUP), Word, PowerPoint, and Teams
Familiarity with WAVE, COUPA, PowerBI, and AI is a plus
B.A. or B.S. degree or a minimum of ten (10) years of relevant industry experience
U.S. Person status or appropriate export-control authorization/documentation may be required for access to controlled information or technology

Benefits

Comp & perks

Medical, dental, and vision insurance
Health Savings Account (HSA) with company contributions for eligible medical plan participants
Flexible spending accounts (FSAs)
401(k) retirement plan with company matching contributions
Life and disability insurance
Paid vacation and holidays
Employee assistance program (EAP)
Wellness programs
Tuition reimbursement
Employee discounts
Voluntary accident and critical illness coverage
Pet insurance
Work-life support resources
Remote work opportunity
15%–25% anticipated travel