Freudenberg Group

Manager - Non-Production Material

Freudenberg Group  •  South Haven, IN (Onsite)  •  3 days ago
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Job Description

Working at Freudenberg: We will wow your world!

Responsibilities:

  • Lead and develop the Americas Non-Production Materials (NPM) purchasing team.
  • Drive sourcing strategies across logistics, capital equipment, MRO, IT, services, and other indirect spend categories.
  • Partner with plant leaders, buyers, and category managers to achieve cost savings and operational goals.
  • Champion continuous improvement and standardization of procurement processes across the Americas and global regions.
  • Lead digitalization initiatives to enhance purchasing efficiency, visibility, and performance.
  • Ensure compliance with internal, customer, and regulatory requirements through effective process governance and training.
  • Strengthen the strategic impact and visibility of the NPM function across the organization.
  • Foster collaboration between local and global procurement teams, suppliers, and key business stakeholders.
  • Improve ERP and supplier data quality to support analytics, reporting, and informed decision-making.
  • Manage day-to-day procurement activities with a focus on logistics and capital investments, including assembly equipment, presses, and manufacturing machinery.

Qualifications:

  • 5+ years of procurement experience in automotive or manufacturing, including regional or global responsibility.
  • 3+ years of people leadership experience with a track record of developing high-performing teams.
  • Hands-on leader who balances strategic thinking with day-to-day execution.
  • Strong communication and influencing skills, with the ability to partner effectively with senior leaders and cross-functional teams.
  • SAP/ERP proficiency and strong analytical skills to drive data-based decisions and supplier performance.
  • Bachelor's degree in Supply Chain Management, Business Administration, Engineering, or a related field preferred.
  • Experience working across multiple countries, plants, suppliers, and customers within a global organization.
  • Expertise in indirect procurement categories, including capital equipment, logistics, MRO, IT, and services.
  • Proven success delivering cost savings, leading sourcing initiatives, and improving procurement processes. ​

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The Freudenberg Group is an equal opportunity employer that is committed to diversity and inclusion. Employment opportunities are available to all applicants and associates without regard to race, color, religion, creed, gender (including pregnancy, childbirth, breastfeeding, or related medical conditions), gender identity or expression, national origin, ancestry, age, mental or physical disability, genetic information, marital status, familial status, sexual orientation, protected military or veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by applicable law.

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About Freudenberg Group

Freudenberg is a global technology group that strengthens its customers and society long-term through forward-looking innovations. Together with its partners, customers and research institutions, the Freudenberg Group develops leading-edge technologies and excellent products and services for about 40 markets and for thousands of applications: seals, vibration control components, technical textiles, filters, specialty chemicals, medical products and the most modern cleaning products.

Strength of innovation, strong customer orientation, diversity, and team spirit are the cornerstones of the Group. The 175-year-old company holds strong to its core values: a commitment to excellence, reliability and pro-active, responsible action.

In 2024, the Freudenberg Group employed more than 52,000 people in some 60 countries worldwide and generated sales of more than €11.95 billion.

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Industry
Automotive & Mobility
Company Size
10,000+ employees
Headquarters
Weinheim, DE
Year Founded
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Website
freudenberg.com
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