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Procurement Manager - Equipment and Technology - Roseville, MN

Pace Analytical Services, LLC
$85,000-$115,000
life insurance, parental leave, paid holidays, sick time, tuition reimbursement, 401(k)

2665 Long Lake Road (Show on map)
Jul 15, 2025
Back Procurement Manager - Equipment and Technology #25-1249 Apply Apply for this job now! Apply About Us Pace Pace makes the world a safer, healthier place. We partner with clients to provide the service, science, and laboratory data needed to make critical decisions that benefit us all. Through a nationwide laboratory network, Pace advances the science of businesses, industries, consulting firms, government agencies, and others. All Locations Job Description Procurement Manager - Equipment and Technology SUMMARY: The Procurement Manager - Equipment and Technology. plays a vital role in optimizing procurement strategies, standardizing laboratory equipment and service agreements, and ensuring operational excellence across the Pace lab network. This role requires deep expertise in procurement, supplier management, and technical oversight to drive efficiency, cost-effectiveness, and long-term strategic planning. ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS: Sourcing & Standardization: Develops and implements comprehensive procurement strategies for laboratory equipment, service agreements, and technology to ensure quality and cost-efficiency. Leads initiatives to standardize equipment, service agreements, utilization, and best practices across laboratories. Promotes best practices in technical procurement and laboratory operations, co-leading the 3P organization as a centralized resource for labs. Supplier & Market Management: Builds and maintains relationships with key suppliers to ensure quality, reliability, and innovation align with Pace standards. Stays informed of supplier technology advancements, integrating innovations into procurement strategies. Conducts market research to analyze industry trends, supplier capabilities, and pricing strategies. Identifies and mitigates risks related to supplier relationships and procurement processes, ensuring continuity plans are in place. Cross-Functional Collaboration & Technical Leadership: Fosters a strong technical community within Pace by mentoring team members and sharing knowledge. Collaborates with R&D, Quality Assurance, Operations, and other teams to align procurement strategies with business goals. Utilizes extensive laboratory testing experience to inform procurement decisions and ensure compliance with technical requirements. Asset Management & Optimization: Develops and maintains a physical asset list, tracking hardware in production and out of production. Coordinates audits of the asset list to ensure accuracy and compliance. Manages asset transfers between locations using internal (TFS) and external vendors. Maintains a repository of equipment under service contracts, optimizing service agreement strategies. Assesses preventive maintenance needs across the network, identifying internally vs. externally supported functions. Establishes contacts and escalation points for maintenance coordination. Leverages existing metrics to estimate equipment lifecycles and support capital investment planning. Conducts comparative analysis between PAS and PLS for optimizing equipment processes. Compliance & Sustainability: Ensures adherence to company policies and regulatory requirements, producing reports on sourcing activities, savings, and supplier performance. QUALIFICATIONS: Education and Experience: Bachelor's degree in a relevant field; advanced degree preferred. Minimum of 5 years of experience in procurement, lab role(s), or asset management. Required Knowledge and Skills Required Knowledge: In-depth knowledge of laboratory equipment. Experience with asset tracking systems and service agreement strategies Understanding of equipment service agreements and their management. Familiarity with industry standards and best practices in technical sourcing. Knowledge of procurement processes, including requisitions and purchase orders. Awareness of the latest advancements in supplier technology and innovations. Expertise in laboratory testing requirements and compliance standards. Required Skills: Strategic Thinking: Ability to develop and implement long-term sourcing strategies. Leadership: Strong leadership skills to guide and mentor the sourcing team. Communication: Excellent verbal and written communication skills for effective collaboration and negotiation. Analytical Skills: Strong analytical abilities to assess supplier performance and make data-driven decisions. Problem-Solving: Proficiency in identifying issues and developing effective solutions. Negotiation: Skilled in negotiating contracts and agreements with suppliers. Project Management: Ability to manage multiple projects and priorities simultaneously. Collaboration: Strong interpersonal skills to work effectively with cross-functional teams. Attention to Detail: High level of accuracy and attention to detail in all aspects of sourcing and procurement. WORKING ENVIRONMENT: Work is performed in a hybrid/remote setting. Salary range $85,000-$115,000 Additional Information Benefits 80 hrs of paid vacation per year, 7 paid holidays per year, 2 floating holidays per year (prorated based on start date), 40 hrs paid sick time per year, paid bereavement leave (days based on relation to the employee), 8 hrs paid volunteer time per year, parental leave, medical, dental, vision, voluntary short-term disability, long-term disability, life insurance, voluntary supplemental life insurance, traditional 401k and ROTH 401k with a company match, HSA, FSA, employee referral bonus, employee assistance program, tuition reimbursement program, employee recognition program, voluntary ID theft coverage, voluntary legal coverage, voluntary accident insurance, voluntary hospital indemnity insurance, and voluntary critical illness insurance. Equal Opportunity Employer Pace provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, creed, color, religion, genetics, protected veteran status, national origin, sex, age, disability, marital status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, citizenship, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws. This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including recruiting, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation and training. Work Schedule Monday through Friday, 8:00 AM - 5:00 PM Pay Range Compensation: $85,000-$115,000.