As the Corporate Contract Procurement Manager, you will assume a strategic leadership role in optimizing procurement processes. Leading initiatives and ensuring results align with the total supply chain needs of the business will be central to your responsibilities. This role involves developing and implementing procurement strategies, cultivating robust vendor relationships, negotiating contracts, and championing cost-effective and sustainable procurement practices. This role pivotal contribution will enhance operational efficiency, mitigate risks, and significantly impact the overall success of the organization's supply chain management endeavors.

Are You Looking To

• Demonstrate a deep understanding of Bel Fuse’s strategic plan related to supply chain initiatives, objectives, and operational requirements.
• Exhibit a comprehensive understanding of supply chain requirements within Bel Fuse Inc.’s Quality Management Systems (QMS).
• Showcase proficiency in performance improvement tools and methodologies, including Lean methodology, Six Sigma, problem-solving techniques, and data collection/mining.
• Develop and implement procurement strategies to optimize sourcing, purchasing, and supplier management processes.
• Negotiate pricing agreements, contracts, and terms with vendors to ensure cost-effectiveness and favorable terms for the organization.
• Analyze market trends, supplier performance, and cost structures to identify opportunities for cost savings and process improvements.
• Collaborate cross-functionally with departments such as finance, operations, and supply chain to align procurement activities with business objectives.
• Oversee the creation and maintenance of procurement policies, procedures, and documentation to ensure compliance with regulatory requirements and internal standards.

What You’ll Need

Required Qualifications

• Bachelor’s Degree in a related discipline (i.e. EE, ME, IE, BS, etc.), MBA preferred.
• Eight or more years of direct manufacturing experience, and within supply chain management.
• Must have working knowledge and experience in commodity management.
• Proven success in managing quality related programs and initiatives across multiple domestic sites.
• Demonstrated superior written and verbal communication skills.
• Aptitude to work without close supervision.
• Ability to interface and work well with all levels of management personnel across/down functional lines.
• Prior management experience and quality discipline exposure to telecommunication, defense, aerospace and space products and their requirements preferred.
• Proven success in managing supply chain programs and initiatives across multiple global locations preferred.
• Professional member (i.e. APICS, CPIM) preferred.
• Ability to travel 35% domestically and internationally.

Physical Requirements

• Extended periods of desk-based work and computer usage.
• Prolonged periods of standing (trade shows, customer visits, manufacturing facilities).
• Must be able to lift items weighing up to 15 pounds occasionally.

What You’ll Get

• Full benefits package including medical, dental, vision.
• 401k with match
• Hybrid remote work schedule
• Employed paid tuition assistance program that covers up 100% of costs.

Work Opportunity

Bel will only employ those who are legally authorized to work in the United States. This is not a position for which sponsorship will be provided. Individuals with temporary visas such as E, F-1, H-1, H-2, L, B, J, or TN or who need sponsorship for work authorization now or in the future, are not eligible for hire.

Equal Opportunity Employer

Bel is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to age, sex, race, color, religion, national origin, marital status, political affiliation, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information, disability or protected Veteran status. We are committed to providing a workplace free of any discrimination or harassment.