As a part of the global industrial organization Marmon Holdings—which is backed by Berkshire Hathaway—you’ll be doing things that matter, leading at every level, and winning a better way. We’re committed to making a positive impact on the world, providing you with diverse learning and working opportunities, and fostering a culture where everyone’s empowered to be their best.
Who We Are:
Western Enterprises, a Marmon/Berkshire Hathaway Company, is a trusted leader in precision solutions for the control, storage, and transmission of high-pressure gases. Our commitment to innovation and customer focus drives our success in supporting industries from medical devices to industrial gas applications.
What You'll Do:
As a Procurement Supervisor, you will play a crucial role in ensuring operational efficiency, supplier performance, and team development. Reporting to the Manager of Purchasing & Production Control, you will execute sourcing strategies, oversee material planning, and mentor a team of buyers within a regulated, fast-paced manufacturing environment. Your key responsibilities will include:
Supervising and coaching buyers and associate buyers to meet departmental goals.Representing purchasing leadership during absences and serving as a key liaison across departments.Driving team performance, training, and professional growth in partnership with the Purchasing and Production Control Manager.Leading daily operations and participating in strategic initiatives to improve KPIs and supply chain effectiveness.Managing purchasing operations, including MRP/Kanban signals, to meet inventory, cost, and service objectives.Ensuring data integrity in planning systems and optimizing parameters to support production flow.Supporting new product development with sourcing insights and procurement strategies.Overseeing the purchasing of indirect materials and services.Leading supplier negotiations, contract development, and relationship management.Executing “make vs. buy” strategies and cost reduction initiatives.Identifying and qualifying suppliers to ensure supply continuity and risk mitigation.Monitoring supplier performance on quality and delivery metrics, driving improvement as needed.Ensuring adherence to FDA, ISO, and corporate procurement policies.Using lean tools and Six Sigma methodologies to streamline supply chain processes.Recommending and implementing improvements to purchasing practices and materials management policies.What You'll Need:
To be successful in this role, you will need:
A Bachelor’s degree in supply chain, operations, or a related field (or equivalent experience).7+ years of progressive supply chain/purchasing experience, with at least 2 years in a leadership or supervisory capacity.A strong background in metals procurement (e.g., brass bar stock, forgings).High-volume manufacturing experience preferred; FDA/medical device industry experience is a plus.Proficiency in ERP/MRP systems and Microsoft Office Suite.Lean Manufacturing and/or Six Sigma experience is strongly preferred.Project Management certification is a plus.What You'll Gain:
Join a dynamic and innovative environment where your contributions have a direct impact on company success.Lead a dedicated team and drive strategic initiatives.Develop your professional skills within a supportive and collaborative setting.Benefit from a company culture that values continuous improvement.Access opportunities for career growth and development.A competitive salary starting at $90,000 plus other benefits and perks.Following receipt of a conditional offer of employment, candidates will be required to complete additional job-related screening processes as permitted or required by applicable law.
We are an equal opportunity employer, and all applicants will be considered for employment without attention to their membership in any protected class. If you require any reasonable accommodation to complete your application or any part of the recruiting process, please email your request to careers@marmon.com, and please be sure to include the title and the location of the position for which you are applying.