Procurement Manager

Procurement Manager

Bird-Johnson Propeller Company – A Fairbanks Morse Defense Company Walpole, MA (On-Site) Reports to: Director of Planning & Supply Chain

Mission-Driven. Honor-Bound. What’s Your Calling?

At Bird-Johnson, we engineer and manufacture precision marine propulsion systems that power some of the most critical naval platforms in the world. For over 100 years, we’ve supported the U.S. Navy, U.S. Coast Guard, Military Sealift Command, and allied fleets with industry-leading controllable pitch propellers and propulsion solutions.

As part of Fairbanks Morse Defense, your work directly supports fleet readiness and national security. When you join our Walpole team, you become part of a legacy built on engineering excellence, craftsmanship, and reliability in the most demanding maritime environments.

Why Join Bird-Johnson?

· 100+ year legacy in naval propulsion excellence

· Direct impact on mission-critical defense programs

· Collaborative, high-performance culture

· Competitive benefits package

· Robust 401K plan with Employer Match

· 100% Tuition Reimbursement

· Annual company performance-based bonus

· Ongoing training and development opportunities

If you're a strategic procurement leader who thrives in a fast-paced, defense-focused manufacturing environment, this is your opportunity to make a meaningful impact.

The Opportunity

The Procurement Manager leads all procurement operations while managing and developing a team of buyers. This highly visible leadership role drives cost savings, supplier performance, compliance excellence, and strategic sourcing initiatives that directly support production of critical marine propulsion systems.

This position is on-site in Walpole, MA, requiring close collaboration with engineering, operations, finance, and program teams.

Key Responsibilities

Procurement Strategy & Leadership

· Develop and execute sourcing strategies aligned with business objectives

· Lead and mentor a team of buyers

· Drive continuous improvement in procurement processes

Supplier Management & Negotiation

· Lead contract negotiations to secure favorable pricing and terms

· Establish long-term supplier partnerships while maintaining competitive leverage

· Monitor supplier performance and mitigate risk

Cost & Commercial Performance

· Identify and execute measurable cost-savings initiatives

· Manage Purchase Price Variance (PPV)

· Support program requirements with cost-effective sourcing solutions

Compliance & Risk Management

· Ensure adherence to CPSR and FAR/DFARS requirements

· Maintain audit readiness and documentation standards

· Proactively manage sourcing and supply chain risk

Cross-Functional Collaboration

· Partner with engineering, operations, finance, and program teams

· Align procurement strategies with production schedules and growth initiatives

· Provide visibility into procurement performance metrics

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Basic Qualifications

· Bachelor’s degree in Supply Chain, Business, or related field

· 5+ years of procurement/supply chain experience in manufacturing

· 2+ years in a leadership or managerial role

· Experience in defense or government contracting environments

· Strong negotiation skills with proven cost-savings results

· Working knowledge of CPSR, FAR/DFARS compliance

· ERP system proficiency (Infor Visual, SAP, or similar)

· Ability to work on-site in Walpole, MA

NOFORN Policy

· This position involves access to technical data that is subject to U.S. export control regulations. As such, only U.S. citizens are eligible to apply. This position is designated NOFORN (Not Releasable to Foreign Nationals) under U.S. government security regulations.

Preferred Qualifications

· MBA or advanced degree

· CPSM, PMP, or similar certification

· Experience with data visualization/reporting tools (Power BI)

· Commodity knowledge in marine propulsion or defense manufacturing

If you’re ready to lead strategically, drive measurable impact, and contribute to mission-critical naval propulsion systems, we invite you to bring your expertise to Bird-Johnson.

Salary Range: $131K – 195K + Depending upon Experience