Procurement Manager
Fairbanks Morse Defense.com
Office
Thomaston, CT, 06787, USA
Full Time
Ward Leonard, a Fairbanks Morse Defense Company, is an industry-leading provider of electric motor, generator, control, and service solutions critical to Naval applications for more than 120 years. Located in Thomaston, Connecticut, Ward Leonard has worked hard to build a reputation as being a trusted name in powering the defense industry. This trust within the market is not possible without the continued hard work, commitment, and dedication of our team who respect the importance of what we do and the impact it has on the servicemen and women.
Mission-Driven. Honor-Bound. Fairbanks Morse Defense. What’s your calling? For the men and women of Fairbanks Morse Defense, it’s the rapid and effective support of the fleets that entrust us to design, develop, and deliver the best naval power technology on the planet. We’re one of the nation’s leading marine defense contractors because of the highly trained and dedicated teams that provide reliable power systems, parts, and aftermarket services to the U.S. Navy, Coast Guard, Military Sealift Command, and Canadian Coast Guard. When you join Fairbanks Morse Defense, you join a legacy of commitment that spans 150 years. Fairbanks Morse Defense offers competitive benefits with a wide range of training and development opportunities. Our world-class teams are dedicated to helping every individual achieve their full potential. Discover what it’s like to be a part of the Fairbanks Morse Defense team here: https://www.fairbanksmorsedefense.com/careers
Procurement Manager Job Description
Job Description:
Seeking a highly skilled procurement manager to oversee and optimize end-to end supply chain operations for all material requirements across several business units. This role will require a balance of strategic planning and hands-on execution. The successful candidate will excel in fostering collaboration, driving efficiency and delivering results in a dynamic environment.
Responsibilities:
• Lead a diverse supply chain team, located across multiple sites/regions to ensure timely ordering of materials while maintaining technical, quality, delivery, and cost standards.
• Build strong relationships and communication channels within business units to maintain operational alignment, engagement, and accountability across locations and ensure prioritization that best supports the overall success of the corporation.
• Foster a culture of inclusivity, continuous improvement and professional development.
• Aggregate, analyze and disseminate large amounts of data in a meaningful way to allow for effective management of performance and creation of KPIs.
• Support demand planning and forecasting to align procurement strategies with business requirements.
• Manage supplier relationships to maintain quality, reliability and cost competitiveness as well as identify and mitigate supply chain risks
• Conduct quarterly/annual supplier business reviews, and support the qualification of new suppliers as required
• Lead negotiations and supply agreements that are broadly strategic – balancing quality, lead time, and total delivered cost.
• Lead the development and improvement of standard and efficient work procedures for the buying team.
• Communicate key procurement strategies and initiatives throughout the organization, including to key executive leadership.
• Ensure adherence to regulatory requirements and company policies.
Preference for individuals located in CT, RI, or Northeastern region of OH, but remote candidates will be considered. Travel up to 25% (40% if outside of preferred regions) will be required.
Qualifications:
• 8+ years strategic procurement experience preferred with a minimum of 2 years in a supervisory/leadership role. Preference for individuals with US Navy Shipbuilding/Defense procurement experience.
• Bachelor’s degree in supply chain, business, or related field preferred.
• Excellent analytical, financial, project management, problem solving, negotiation, communication, organization and team building skills
• Ability to think strategically, confidence to enact strategic plans even in ambiguous situations and driven to follow through.
• Highly skilled in MS Project, Excel, Word, Power-Point
• Strong knowledge of Infor VISUAL ERP and Smartviews preferred
• Comfortable working in remote, typical office and production environments or on the road.
Note: This position requires access or potential access to Unclassified Naval Nuclear Propulsion Information, which is Not Releasable to Foreign Nationals (NOFORN) data. Therefore, to meet NOFORN requirement, you will have to provide proof of US Citizenship and attest that you do not have dual citizenship. Acceptable proof of US Citizenship is a US Passport, US Birth Certificate or Naturalization Certificate.
This specification is intended to indicate the kinds of tasks and levels of work difficulty that will be required of positions that will be given this title and shall not be construed as declaring what the specific duties and responsibilities of any particular position shall be. It is not intended to limit or in any way modify the right of any supervisor to assign, direct, and control the work of employees under his/her supervision. Ability to competently perform all the essential duties of the position, with or without reasonable accommodation, demonstrated commitment to effective customer service delivery, and the ability to work productively as a member of a team or work group are basic requirements of all positions at Fairbanks Morse Defense.
Fairbanks Morse Defense offers a competitive benefits package including but not limited to, medical, dental, vision, life, and disability insurances, and 401k retirement plan with employer match. In addition, we offer paid time off, paid holidays, paid parental leave, and tuition reimbursement.
Equal Opportunity Employer/Veterans/Disabled
Mission-Driven. Honor-Bound. Fairbanks Morse Defense. What’s your calling? For the men and women of Fairbanks Morse Defense, it’s the rapid and effective support of the fleets that entrust us to design, develop, and deliver the best naval power technology on the planet. We’re one of the nation’s leading marine defense contractors because of the highly trained and dedicated teams that provide reliable power systems, parts, and aftermarket services to the U.S. Navy, Coast Guard, Military Sealift Command, and Canadian Coast Guard. When you join Fairbanks Morse Defense, you join a legacy of commitment that spans 150 years. Fairbanks Morse Defense offers competitive benefits with a wide range of training and development opportunities. Our world-class teams are dedicated to helping every individual achieve their full potential. Discover what it’s like to be a part of the Fairbanks Morse Defense team here: https://www.fairbanksmorsedefense.com/careers
Procurement Manager Job Description
Job Description:
Seeking a highly skilled procurement manager to oversee and optimize end-to end supply chain operations for all material requirements across several business units. This role will require a balance of strategic planning and hands-on execution. The successful candidate will excel in fostering collaboration, driving efficiency and delivering results in a dynamic environment.
Responsibilities:
• Lead a diverse supply chain team, located across multiple sites/regions to ensure timely ordering of materials while maintaining technical, quality, delivery, and cost standards.
• Build strong relationships and communication channels within business units to maintain operational alignment, engagement, and accountability across locations and ensure prioritization that best supports the overall success of the corporation.
• Foster a culture of inclusivity, continuous improvement and professional development.
• Aggregate, analyze and disseminate large amounts of data in a meaningful way to allow for effective management of performance and creation of KPIs.
• Support demand planning and forecasting to align procurement strategies with business requirements.
• Manage supplier relationships to maintain quality, reliability and cost competitiveness as well as identify and mitigate supply chain risks
• Conduct quarterly/annual supplier business reviews, and support the qualification of new suppliers as required
• Lead negotiations and supply agreements that are broadly strategic – balancing quality, lead time, and total delivered cost.
• Lead the development and improvement of standard and efficient work procedures for the buying team.
• Communicate key procurement strategies and initiatives throughout the organization, including to key executive leadership.
• Ensure adherence to regulatory requirements and company policies.
Preference for individuals located in CT, RI, or Northeastern region of OH, but remote candidates will be considered. Travel up to 25% (40% if outside of preferred regions) will be required.
Qualifications:
• 8+ years strategic procurement experience preferred with a minimum of 2 years in a supervisory/leadership role. Preference for individuals with US Navy Shipbuilding/Defense procurement experience.
• Bachelor’s degree in supply chain, business, or related field preferred.
• Excellent analytical, financial, project management, problem solving, negotiation, communication, organization and team building skills
• Ability to think strategically, confidence to enact strategic plans even in ambiguous situations and driven to follow through.
• Highly skilled in MS Project, Excel, Word, Power-Point
• Strong knowledge of Infor VISUAL ERP and Smartviews preferred
• Comfortable working in remote, typical office and production environments or on the road.
Note: This position requires access or potential access to Unclassified Naval Nuclear Propulsion Information, which is Not Releasable to Foreign Nationals (NOFORN) data. Therefore, to meet NOFORN requirement, you will have to provide proof of US Citizenship and attest that you do not have dual citizenship. Acceptable proof of US Citizenship is a US Passport, US Birth Certificate or Naturalization Certificate.
This specification is intended to indicate the kinds of tasks and levels of work difficulty that will be required of positions that will be given this title and shall not be construed as declaring what the specific duties and responsibilities of any particular position shall be. It is not intended to limit or in any way modify the right of any supervisor to assign, direct, and control the work of employees under his/her supervision. Ability to competently perform all the essential duties of the position, with or without reasonable accommodation, demonstrated commitment to effective customer service delivery, and the ability to work productively as a member of a team or work group are basic requirements of all positions at Fairbanks Morse Defense.
Fairbanks Morse Defense offers a competitive benefits package including but not limited to, medical, dental, vision, life, and disability insurances, and 401k retirement plan with employer match. In addition, we offer paid time off, paid holidays, paid parental leave, and tuition reimbursement.
Equal Opportunity Employer/Veterans/Disabled
Procurement Manager
Office
Thomaston, CT, 06787, USA
Full Time
October 17, 2025