What are the responsibilities and job description for the Strategic Sourcing (Procurement) Manager position at Duravent Group?
Who We Are:
The Duravent Group is a recognized global technology leader in the HVAC industry, first-to-market with innovations in venting systems. Founded in 1956, our $500 million company is headquartered in Detroit, Michigan, and has 15 locations across Canada, Mexico and the United States. Duravent leads with best-in-class design and manufacturing capabilities, world-class distribution networks, and customer-first service and support. We ensure quality and drive safety through scientifically proven materials and unequaled engineering.
Duravent acquired Grand Rapids-based Hart & Cooley in 2021. A leader in the HVAC industry since 1901, the Hart & Cooley acquisition brings a legacy of quality and service, robust manufacturing and distribution capabilities, and a suite of trusted brands into the Duravent family.
As a combined company, Duravent is uniquely positioned as the next generation leader in interior climate technology industry. Our team of passionate professionals needs you! Come join us and help us build for the future!
This Role:
Our team is currently seeking a Strategic Procurement (Sourcing) Manager. This will be a full-time, hybrid role (3 days/week in office) based out of our Kentwood, MI Innovation center reporting to the Director of Procurement.
What You Will Do:
The Strategic Procurement/Sourcing Manager will ensure Duravent’s success by ideating and implementing a customized corporate sourcing strategy which incorporates both proven best in class methodologies and individual site best practices.
How You Will Do It:
- Conduct existing supplier capability and performance reviews
- Manage relationships with key suppliers and the new supplier integration process
- Perform risk audits and supplier business continuity planning (BCP) to ensure continuation of supply
- Manage the RFQ/RFP process, defining clear scopes of work and leading contract negotiations
- Provide sourcing leadership for new product development/introduction (NPI) projects and contract manufacturing
What We’re Looking For:
We are seeking candidates who:
- Offer U.S. work authorization without requiring future visa sponsorship (required)
- Have a bachelor’s level degree in supply chain or a related field (strongly preferred) or offers commensurate additional years of applicable work experience
- Have previous procurement personnel management experience (strongly preferred)
- Hold a detailed understanding of the macro-economic factors driving/influencing NPI management (required)
- Offers a strong working proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite tools including Excel (required)
- Has familiarity with Oracle (preferred) or other ERP (required)
What We Offer:
- Medical, Dental, and Vision insurance (effective Day 1!)
- 401(k) with match
- Thirteen Paid Holidays
- Competitive starting paid Vacation
- Separate PTO/Personal Time Off
- Merit Program
- Bonus Programs (variable per role)
- Long Term Disability Insurance
- Short Term Disability Insurance (variable per state)
- Life Insurance
- Flexible Spending Accounts
- Employee Assistance Plan
EEOC Statement:
Duravent is an equal opportunity employer committed to making employment decisions solely on valid job requirements. We provide employment opportunities to all qualified applicants without regard to race, color, creed, genetic information, religion, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity/expression, age, disability or veteran status.
