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- 7 years
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- Full-time
- 5 years
- Computer literacy
- Bachelor of Science
- Health insurance
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Strategic Process Lead, Procurement- Knowledge & Process Excellence
Entergy Corporation —New Orleans, LA
- Overtime
- Hybrid work
- Customer service
- Office
- Travel
Mgr., Capital Project Procurement (Power Delivery)
Entergy Corporation —New Orleans, LA
- Overtime
- Hybrid work
- Writing skills
- Office
- 3 years
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IMTT —New Orleans, LA
- Full-time
- Office
- Microsoft Office
- Finance
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- Finance
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- In-person
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Procurement Manager

Laitram Machinery -
New Orleans, LA

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Job Details

Qualifications

ERP systems
Employee relationship building
Metrics Reporting
Managing procurement teams
Managing supply chain management teams
Procurement cost reduction targets
Leading team collaboration initiatives
Cost reduction analysis
Operational excellence initiatives
Continuous improvement purchasing strategy
Supply chain optimization
Cross-functional team management
Cross-functional communication

Full Job Description

Laitram Machinery, a division of Laitram, LLC, is seeking an individual with strong leadership skills and a comprehensive mindset to lead the Procurement Team. The ideal candidate will enhance efficiency, reduce costs, and improve supply chain processes, driving operational excellence and contributing to the company’s success.

For over 70 years, Laitram Machinery has pioneered the manufacturing of high-performance shrimp-peeling equipment, and more recently, steam cookers, blanchers, nut pasteurizers, roasters, and sorters. All of our products are designed to increase efficiency, improve product quality and yield for processors worldwide. Laitram Machinery is one of four operating divisions of Laitram, L.L.C. and offers an unparalleled opportunity for those who want to work for an established, yet growing company in the private sector. To learn more about our company culture, philosophy, and benefits, please visit our company page.

Responsibilities

Lead the transformation of the procurement function into a more strategic, best-in-class organization
Develop the procurement team, strengthen organizational design, and build capabilities across regions
Lead hiring, coaching, and talent development efforts to build a stronger strategic sourcing organization
Standardize procurement and sourcing processes, tools, and workflows to improve consistency, efficiency, and scalability
Shift the function from transactional purchasing to strategic sourcing, category management, and long-term supplier strategy
Establish a disciplined operating rhythm with metrics, reviews, and action planning to strengthen accountability
Partner closely with manufacturing, engineering, service, planning, and operations to align procurement with business priorities
Ensure material availability for production and service parts to support schedules and customer commitments
Balance production and service parts priorities in a high-mix, low-volume environment using clear rules and escalation paths
Improve supply continuity through strong sourcing strategies, supplier planning, dual sourcing, and other risk-reduction practices
Lead strategic sourcing, supplier negotiations, and cost-reduction efforts across global categories
Identify opportunities for global sourcing and supplier consolidation across the U.S., Asia, Europe, and LATAM
Improve inventory, logistics, and service levels by using data to reduce expedites, emergency freight, and stockouts
Strengthen supplier performance across cost, quality, delivery, and responsiveness through scorecards, reviews, and corrective actions
Use ERP data, dashboards, and analytics to improve decision-making, visibility, and aftermarket profitability

Requirements

15+ years of experience in procurement, sourcing, or supply chain
7+ years of experience leading procurement teams or functions
Experience transforming procurement processes, tools, or operating models
Proven track record of delivering cost savings, improving supply continuity, and elevating supplier performance
Strong leadership, relationship-building, and cross-functional influence skills
Experience with ERP systems and comfort working with data and reporting

Preferred Requirements

Manufacturing experience
Service parts or aftermarket supply chain experience
Experience with spare parts pricing or margin optimization
Familiarity with inventory optimization and demand forecasting best practices
Experience with Power BI, advanced Excel, or analytics dashboards

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