Procurement Manager

Robert Half is seeking an experienced Procurement Manager to lead purchasing operations for a industrial organization in Baton Rouge, Louisiana. This role is responsible for shaping sourcing strategies, strengthening vendor partnerships, and ensuring materials, equipment, and services are secured efficiently and cost-effectively. The ideal candidate brings strong leadership, sound commercial judgment, and a deep understanding of procurement practices within industrial construction environments.

Responsibilities:

• Lead the company’s procurement function by directing daily purchasing activity and guiding the team responsible for sourcing materials, equipment, and services.

• Build and execute sourcing strategies that improve supplier performance, support long-term partnerships, and deliver favorable commercial outcomes.

• Negotiate pricing, terms, and supply agreements to increase value, reduce costs, and secure dependable vendor support.

• Review and enhance purchasing workflows to keep processes efficient, compliant, and aligned with business demands and market conditions.

• Supervise departmental operations to ensure purchase requests, order placement, and supplier coordination are handled accurately and on schedule.

• Track adherence to procurement policies and established controls while promoting consistent purchasing standards across the organization.

• Assess vendors using key factors such as cost competitiveness, product quality, service reliability, and overall business fit.

• Partner with estimating teams to obtain pricing and material information needed to support accurate project bids and proposals.

Requirements:

• 10+ years of experience in a corporate procurement environment, including leadership of a purchasing team.

• Demonstrated background in procuring materials for industrial construction projects; experience with electrical construction supplies is an advantage.

• Bachelor’s degree in Business Administration or a related discipline preferred.

• A certification in procurement is beneficial.

• Experience working with an ERP platform is required; familiarity with Vista is a plus.

• Intermediate proficiency with Microsoft Office applications.

• Strong communication, analytical, and problem-solving skills, with the ability to interpret complex information and manage multiple priorities.

• Proven ability to build productive relationships with suppliers and internal stakeholders while contributing effectively in a team setting.