VulcanForms
Global Category Manager - Powder & Atomization
$92K–$126K
Devens, MA · On-site · Manager · Full-time · Posted Aug 10, 2026
- Experience
- 6+ years of progressive procurement or supply chain experience, with at least 4 years managing direct-material, raw-material, or commodity categories at a senior level.
- Education
- Bachelor’s degree required.
About the job
Leads global sourcing strategy, supplier relationships, and commercial execution for metal powders, atomization services, and related consumables supporting additive manufacturing.
What you'll do
- Develop category strategy and lead sourcing, negotiations, contracting, and supplier qualification for powders and atomization services.
- Manage procurement, supplier performance, cost models, supply risks, and material traceability to ensure reliable production supply.
- Partner with engineering, quality, and operations on specifications, powder reuse, cost savings, and supplier capability.
What they ask for
- Bachelor’s degree required.
- 6+ years of progressive procurement or supply chain experience, including at least 4 years managing direct-material, raw-material, or commodity categories at a senior level.
- Demonstrated direct- or raw-material sourcing and contracting experience, including negotiations, qualification, and multi-source supply programs.
- Technical fluency in metal powders, specialty metals, or comparable engineered materials, including specifications and quality requirements.
Nice to have
- Degree in Materials Science, Metallurgy, Mechanical or Manufacturing Engineering, or Supply Chain; relevant industry experience or certifications are also preferred.
- Experience with ERP systems and procurement tools (Epicor, SAP, or similar).
Pay
USD 91,700 to USD 126,100 annual base salary
Tools
Epicor, SAP, AS9100, ISO 9001, NADCAP, ITAR, DFARS
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