Procurement Manager Jobs in Indiana
Procurement Manager jobs in Indiana are concentrated in manufacturing, defense contracting, and healthcare supply chain, with demand at every level from category specialist to senior director. Indianapolis, Fort Wayne, and South Bend are the most active hiring metros, anchored by employers like Eli Lilly, Cummins, and Parkview Health that maintain large and ongoing procurement functions. The most in-demand specialties are strategic sourcing, supplier risk management, and indirect procurement. Scan the live roles below and apply to whichever ones fit.
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Description
Job Title: Procurement Manager
Location: Elkhart, IN
Role:
Procurement Manager will report to Plant Manager with a dotted line to the Corporate Head of Procurement and will be responsible for entire procurement/purchasing lifecycle, including procurement strategy, negotiations and purchasing of all materials and services required for a high-volume manufacturing facility. The procurement manager will be responsible for supporting the optimization of the procurement processes related to purchasing of all packaging, ingredients, services, supplies, and MRO parts. This role will support administrative tasks surrounding purchasing of materials mentioned above. This position will be responsible to ensure SAP accuracy in all facets of the procurement process. Works with facility managers, supervisors, and suppliers to ensure timely, full delivery of orders. This individual will work with R&D to purchase new materials and ingredients.
Responsibilities:
- Work with JBS Global Procurement team on projects and cost savings programs
- Responsible for implementing and compliance with all JBS Procurement/Purchasing processes
- Identify chronic quality issues and trigger problem-solving
- Ensures delivery of requested materials from JBS schedulers, planners, and requisitioners
- Ensures prompt, accurate, creation and maintenance of purchase requisitions and purchase orders
- Ensures optimization of SAP to improve purchase process and accurate financial record documentation
- Develop positive relationships with suppliers and keep in close contact regarding open orders and service levels
- Works with finance team to resolve block invoice issues
- Work with the plant leadership team to guarantee supply of all materials and services needed; collaborate with team to identify and avoid issues that would impact plant efficiency
- Help process requisitions at the plant level
- Support resolution of AP issues with SAP Workflow (i.e. Workflow, GR/IR Reconciliation)
- Works with plant management to improve overall purchasing processes, material management and optimize inventory while maintaining plant efficiency
- Conversion of all purchase requisitions to purchase orders according to release strategies
- Confirms all purchase orders in SAP within 48 hours
- Processes and supports product claims with suppliers, brokers and plants to an agreeable resolution and reimbursement for issue dealing with packaging and ingredients
- Support inventory activities (cycle counts)
- Work with corporate procurement to identify/setup/negotiate co-packers as needed for Culinary
- Partner with plant teams to ensure correct materials are in place on a daily basis
- Support optimization of SAP to improve purchase process and accurate financial record documentation
The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by people assigned to this job. They are not intended to be an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties, and skills required of personnel so classified. May perform other duties as assigned.
Skills and Qualifications:
To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals to perform the essential functions.
- 2-5 years of supply chain experience, or equivalent education, in purchasing, sales, planning, logistics, or manufacturing management role
- Superior analytic capacity and problem-solving skills
- SAP or other ERP system in a manufacturing environment is a plus
- Knowledge of purchasing, selling, scheduling, and production planning of perishable food products desired
- Experience in a manufacturing company with broad knowledge of operations, distribution, sales
- Self-starter, driven individual focused on continuous improvement
- Skilled negotiator
- Excellent team-oriented approach is critical
- Excellent oral and written communication skills
- Superior project management skills
- Demonstrated capacity to lead successful negotiations
- Demonstrated capacity to work with a team
This position will interact with the following stakeholders:
- Suppliers
- Government agencies /USDA
- Freight & warehousing suppliers
- Vendors & Strategic partners
- All internal teams within the facility
- Sales & Category Managers
DECISION – MAKING AUTHORITY
- Extensive in applicable area
BUDGETARY OR PROPERTY RESPONSIBILITY
- Extensive in applicable area
Physical Demands:
The physical demands described here are representative of those an employee should possess to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
- Frequently required to sit; reach with hands and arms; talk and hear
- Specific vision abilities required include close vision and ability to adjust focus
Work Environment:
- Complex, fast paced, and structured
- Professional office environment in warehouse
- Use of standard office equipment
If interested, please apply at jbssa.com/careers
We offer a full range of benefits including health care, life insurance, and a 401 (K) plan.
JBS Prepared Foods is an equal opportunity employer.
EOE/Vets/Disability
Description
Job Title: Procurement Manager
Location: Elkhart, IN
Role:
Procurement Manager will report to Plant Manager with a dotted line to the Corporate Head of Procurement and will be responsible for entire procurement/purchasing lifecycle, including procurement strategy, negotiations and purchasing of all materials and services required for a high-volume manufacturing facility. The procurement manager will be responsible for supporting the optimization of the procurement processes related to purchasing of all packaging, ingredients, services, supplies, and MRO parts. This role will support administrative tasks surrounding purchasing of materials mentioned above. This position will be responsible to ensure SAP accuracy in all facets of the procurement process. Works with facility managers, supervisors, and suppliers to ensure timely, full delivery of orders. This individual will work with R&D to purchase new materials and ingredients.
Responsibilities:
- Work with JBS Global Procurement team on projects and cost savings programs
- Responsible for implementing and compliance with all JBS Procurement/Purchasing processes
- Identify chronic quality issues and trigger problem-solving
- Ensures delivery of requested materials from JBS schedulers, planners, and requisitioners
- Ensures prompt, accurate, creation and maintenance of purchase requisitions and purchase orders
- Ensures optimization of SAP to improve purchase process and accurate financial record documentation
- Develop positive relationships with suppliers and keep in close contact regarding open orders and service levels
- Works with finance team to resolve block invoice issues
- Work with the plant leadership team to guarantee supply of all materials and services needed; collaborate with team to identify and avoid issues that would impact plant efficiency
- Help process requisitions at the plant level
- Support resolution of AP issues with SAP Workflow (i.e. Workflow, GR/IR Reconciliation)
- Works with plant management to improve overall purchasing processes, material management and optimize inventory while maintaining plant efficiency
- Conversion of all purchase requisitions to purchase orders according to release strategies
- Confirms all purchase orders in SAP within 48 hours
- Processes and supports product claims with suppliers, brokers and plants to an agreeable resolution and reimbursement for issue dealing with packaging and ingredients
- Support inventory activities (cycle counts)
- Work with corporate procurement to identify/setup/negotiate co-packers as needed for Culinary
- Partner with plant teams to ensure correct materials are in place on a daily basis
- Support optimization of SAP to improve purchase process and accurate financial record documentation
The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by people assigned to this job. They are not intended to be an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties, and skills required of personnel so classified. May perform other duties as assigned.
Skills and Qualifications:
To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals to perform the essential functions.
- 2-5 years of supply chain experience, or equivalent education, in purchasing, sales, planning, logistics, or manufacturing management role
- Superior analytic capacity and problem-solving skills
- SAP or other ERP system in a manufacturing environment is a plus
- Knowledge of purchasing, selling, scheduling, and production planning of perishable food products desired
- Experience in a manufacturing company with broad knowledge of operations, distribution, sales
- Self-starter, driven individual focused on continuous improvement
- Skilled negotiator
- Excellent team-oriented approach is critical
- Excellent oral and written communication skills
- Superior project management skills
- Demonstrated capacity to lead successful negotiations
- Demonstrated capacity to work with a team
This position will interact with the following stakeholders:
- Suppliers
- Government agencies /USDA
- Freight & warehousing suppliers
- Vendors & Strategic partners
- All internal teams within the facility
- Sales & Category Managers
DECISION – MAKING AUTHORITY
- Extensive in applicable area
BUDGETARY OR PROPERTY RESPONSIBILITY
- Extensive in applicable area
Physical Demands:
The physical demands described here are representative of those an employee should possess to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
- Frequently required to sit; reach with hands and arms; talk and hear
- Specific vision abilities required include close vision and ability to adjust focus
Work Environment:
- Complex, fast paced, and structured
- Professional office environment in warehouse
- Use of standard office equipment
If interested, please apply at jbssa.com/careers
We offer a full range of benefits including health care, life insurance, and a 401 (K) plan.
JBS Prepared Foods is an equal opportunity employer.
EOE/Vets/Disability
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What Indiana Employers Look For
The qualifications that appear most often in procurement manager jobs across Indiana.
- Bachelor's degree in supply chain management, business, or a related field
- Certified Professional in Supply Management (CPSM) or equivalent credential preferred
- Five or more years of procurement or strategic sourcing experience
- Demonstrated experience managing supplier contracts and vendor relationships
- Proficiency with ERP systems such as SAP, Oracle, or Coupa
- Strong negotiation skills and experience with competitive bidding processes
Procurement Manager Jobs in Indiana: Frequently Asked Questions
How do you become a procurement manager in Indiana?
Most Indiana employers require a bachelor's degree in supply chain, business administration, or operations, followed by several years in purchasing or sourcing roles before moving into management. Indiana does not issue a state license for procurement managers, but earning the Certified Professional in Supply Management credential from the Institute for Supply Management or the Certified Supply Chain Professional designation strengthens your candidacy considerably with large Indiana manufacturers and health systems.
How much do procurement managers make in Indiana?
Procurement managers in Indiana earn a median of about $126,880 a year, based on May 2025 Bureau of Labor Statistics wage data, ranging from around $80,270 for the lowest 10% to over $192,260 for the top 10%. Pay rises with experience, specialty, and employer.
Which companies hire procurement managers in Indiana?
Indiana procurement manager roles are posted by Augmentis, Amcor, and Deloitte and others right now, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of November 2026. Indiana's deep manufacturing base and concentration of pharmaceutical and defense operations mean consistent procurement hiring well beyond the Indianapolis metro.
Which Indiana cities have the most procurement manager jobs?
Indianapolis, Fort Wayne, and Dunlap have the most procurement manager openings in Indiana. Indianapolis dominates because of its headquarters density in pharma, logistics, and healthcare, while Fort Wayne and South Bend draw volume from regional manufacturers and medical device companies with established supply chain teams based in those corridors.
Are there remote procurement manager jobs in Indiana?
Yes, and more than many field-based roles, since procurement work is largely desk-based and involves negotiating contracts and managing supplier data that travels well across platforms. About 0% of procurement manager openings tied to Indiana are remote or hybrid as of November 2026, though full remote is more common for senior strategic sourcing roles than for positions that require on-site vendor audits or plant floor coordination.
How can I get hired as a procurement manager in Indiana with little or no experience?
The most realistic entry path is a purchasing coordinator or buyer role, which large Indiana employers like Cummins, Parkview Health, and Indiana University Health use as their standard pipeline into management-track procurement. Lateral moves from supply chain analyst, logistics coordinator, or accounts payable positions are common. Earning a foundational credential such as the Certified Supply Chain Professional designation or completing a supply chain certificate through Purdue or Indiana University gives early-career candidates a concrete advantage over those with only on-the-job experience.
Where can I find and apply to procurement manager jobs in Indiana?
You can find and apply to procurement manager jobs in Indiana on Migrate Mate, which lists current Indiana openings across manufacturing, healthcare, defense, and other sectors. Search the listings, find the roles that match your experience and location, and apply directly to the ones that fit.
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