Procurement Operations Manager - Columbia, MD

Recently named by Newsweek as one of the Best American Mid-Sized Workplaces in 2026, Rohde & Schwarz is seeking a Procurement Operations Manager to join our team in Columbia, MD to act as the vital link between our strategic goals and our day-to-day execution. The Procurement Operations Manager will be pivotal in streamlining our supply chain processes, managing vendor relationships, and ensuring that our operational framework supports our ambitious growth targets. If you are a procurement professional with a passion for process optimization and a track record of operational success, we invite you to help us drive efficiency at the heart of our US operations.

Your tasks

• Oversee the end-to-end requisition-to-PO process, ensuring all purchase orders are accurate, approved, and issued timely
• Manage the procurement queue to ensure SLAs (Service Level Agreements) for internal stakeholders are met
• Act as the escalation contact for established suppliers regarding order status, deliveries, and operational issues
• Monitor Key Performance Indicators for vendors, such as On-Time Delivery
• Conduct regular operational reviews with key suppliers to resolve recurring bottlenecks
• Manage the vendor onboarding process, ensuring all compliance documentation (tax forms, insurance, certifications) is up to date
• Maintain an accurate and updated kind of Procurement Master Data (e.g. updating pricing, lead times, and vendor contact info in the ERP system)
• Expedite critical orders to resolve urgent supply shortages
• Identify inefficiencies in the current procurement workflow and implement lean improvements
• Ensure all procurement activities adhere to internal governance, ethical standards, and legal requirements
• Monitor lifecycle of procured products to maintain efficiency in the Procurement process

Your Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Supply Chain Management, Business Administration, Logistics, or a related field
• 5+ years experience in Operational Procurement, Purchasing, or Supply Chain roles
• 4 years' management experience
• Advanced experience with SAP, experience with Supplier Management tools like e.g. Jaggaer is a plus
• Outstanding Microsoft Office Software skills, including strong proficiency in Microsoft Excel
• Experience with purchasing multiple commodities and tasks involved in a fast-paced work environment
• Decision-making capability in high-pressure/time-sensitive environments
• Ability to communicate effectively across departments (Finance, Engineering, Operations)
• Detail oriented and organized, good problem-solving skills
• Effective analytical, oral and written communication skills for customer/vendor relations and interfaces
• This position might require the use of information or access to hardware, which is subject to the International Traffic in Arms Regulations (ITAR). All applicants must be U.S. persons within the meaning of ITAR.

Interested?

We are looking forward to receiving your application!

The total compensation for this position is $83K-$110K. Total compensation includes base salary, variable pay (when applicable) plus benefits. The range is determined by the position, geographic location and level. Individual pay within the range is determined by several factors including location, education or training, relevant work history, sales incentive structure and job-related skills.

Rohde & Schwarz is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to sex, race, color, religion, national origin, disability, protected Veteran status, age or any other characteristic protected by law.

Rohde & Schwarz is a global technology company with approximately 14,000 employees and three divisions: Test & Measurement, Technology Systems and Networks & Cybersecurity. For 90 years, the company has been developing cutting-edge technology, pushing the boundaries of what is technically possible and enabling customers from various sectors such as business, government and public authorities to maintain their technological sovereignty.

Our offer

• Flexible working hour models
• Training & continuing education
• Privately owned company
• Promoting innovation
• Long-term & attractive work environment