Category: Engineering & Manufacturing

Location: Des Moines, Iowa

Work Type: Direct Hire

Salary: $110,000 - $130,000

Salary: $110,000 - $130,000

Work Model: Hybrid

Reference #: 46292

Our client is seeking a Supply Chain Manager to oversee sourcing, procurement, inventory replenishment, and supplier management activities across a multi-site operation. This role will focus on improving purchasing effectiveness, strengthening vendor partnerships, supporting inventory availability, and building scalable procurement processes. The ideal candidate brings a balance of hands-on execution and strategic thinking, with the ability to lead a team, leverage data for decision-making, and help shape the future direction of the sourcing function. Apply now!

Work Model:

  • Hybrid

What You Will Do:

  • Lead sourcing and procurement activities supporting operations, maintenance, inventory, and capital equipment needs
  • Develop and execute purchasing strategies that improve cost, quality, service, and supply continuity
  • Manage inventory replenishment processes to ensure material availability across multiple locations
  • Build and maintain strong supplier relationships while negotiating contracts and commercial agreements
  • Analyze spending, supplier performance, and procurement metrics to identify savings and process improvements
  • Lead, coach, and develop a procurement team while supporting future organizational growth
  • Partner with operations, finance, and other stakeholders to align purchasing activities with business priorities
  • Establish and improve procurement systems, policies, and best practices to enhance efficiency, compliance, and visibility

What You Will Need to Be Successful:

  • 5+ years of procurement, sourcing, supply chain, or purchasing leadership experience
  • Experience managing suppliers, negotiating contracts, and driving strategic sourcing initiatives
  • Proven ability to support inventory management, MRO purchasing, capital equipment procurement, or related operational purchasing activities
  • Strong analytical skills with the ability to use data and reporting tools to guide decisions and prioritize opportunities
  • Experience leading, developing, and mentoring procurement or supply chain team members
  • Ability to travel regularly to operational sites and work effectively in a fast-paced environment with changing priorities

Benefits Overview:

  • Health, dental, and vision insurance
  • HSA
  • 401k
  • PTO
  • Paid holidays
  • Tuition reimbursement
  • EAP

Interested and qualified candidates can contact Alex Borsay at (515) 225-7000 or email aborsay@thepalmergroup.com.

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About Palmer Group

At Palmer Group, making lives better is at the core of everything we do. For nearly three decades, we have partnered with organizations and individuals to provide thoughtful talent and business solutions that empower careers and drive growth.

As an employee-owned company grounded in strong ethics and values, we are committed to building lasting relationships and delivering results. Contractors working through Palmer Group are eligible to become employee-owners, giving them a stake in our shared success, and enjoy benefits including health insurance, PTO, and 401(k) options.

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