Procurement Manager
Company: Argen Corporation
Location: San Diego
Posted on: February 21, 2026
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Job Description:
Job Description Job Description Procurement Manager – 1st Shift
– Supply Chain Monday-Friday, 1st Shift Argen Corporation currently
has an exciting opportunity for a Procurement Manager to join a
growing, technology-focused and service-oriented team. Do you
thrive in a fast- paced and dynamic environment? If you would like
to be a part of an organization with an unwavering commitment to
quality dental solutions, then explore our career opportunities and
get to know Argen. About Us Argen is a family-owned and privately
held company based in San Diego, CA with a state-of-the-art
manufacturing center that provides high quality dental solutions to
dental labs of all sizes. Founded as a precious metals company in
South Africa, Argen has evolved into a dynamic, technology-based
manufacturing organization focused on three key business segments,
including dental alloys, zirconia, and digital dentistry solutions.
Argen continues to invest in innovative product improvement
initiatives through its Quality Management System to provide our
global customers with affordable, high-performance products and
industry-leading excellent service. Argen’s products are FDA
regulated and ISO certified. About the Opportunity The Procurement
Manager the procurement and inventory of production and
non-production materials, equipment, and/or services in accordance
with corporate objectives including quality, price, and continuity.
This role balances supply with demand, manages the day to day
purchasing operational activities and develops, plans, and executes
innovative sourcing strategies while strengthening supplier
relationships. In this role, the successful candidate: Provides
guidance with internal stakeholders in regards to purchasing,
supplier complications, legal and quality compliances issues.
Develops, implements, and monitors supplier performance programs.
Ensures purchase orders and contracts meet legal and quality
standards. Ensures supply availability and continuity of critical
components throughout product lifecycles (New Product Introduction
to End of Life). Identifies and mitigates supply chain risks, part
shortages and supply disruptions. Mitigates raw material shortages
and obsolescence. Develops and implements strategic sourcing
initiatives for direct and indirect/capex categories. Focuses on
supply continuity by improving organization structures, identifying
and standardize duties, tasks, business processes, metrics (KPI’s)
and system enhancements. Motivates and coaches employees by
assessing employee performance and providing helpful feedback and
training opportunities. Delegates tasks and manages progress to
ensure successful completion of department objectives. Creates and
reinforces a culture of teamwork and actively resolves conflicts
within the team. Manages proactively by holding regular 1on1s and
team meetings to ensure open lines of communication and
professional development for direct reports. Identifies and
monitors savings, cost avoidance, and improvements in payment
terms. Maintains updated supplier file requirements required for
compliance to CFR 820.5, ISO 13485 and other MDSAP Quality
requirements. Manages the procurement raw material spend and
departmental budgets. Introduces and implements ESI (Early Supply
Involvement) in new product launches. Other duties as assigned.
What does it take to be successful? Bachelor’s degree in Supply
Chain, Logistics or Business Administration preferred. Minimum of
seven years’ experience in Procurement or Supply Chain.
Professional certification in Supply Chain preferred, APICS or ISM
Certified. 5-7 years of people management experience. Experience as
a Purchasing Manager or Supply Chain Manager. Strong knowledge and
use of ERP Systems, QAD Manufacturing preferred. Familiarity with
Strategic Sourcing, Kanban, VMI, MRP and other supplier portal
replenishment processes. Excellent problem solving skills.
Experience with A3, Six Sigma, PDCA and other quality toolkits
Experience working in cross functional teams to solve
manufacturing, quality, engineering and supply management issues.
Ability to operate with Lean Manufacturing requirements.
Demonstrated experience in remediation, corrective actions to
comply or improve CFR 820.5 Purchasing Controls and or ISO 13485
Purchasing requirements Proficiency in mentoring, training, and
coaching Buyers in a strategic and tactical role. Understanding of
contractual terms, terms of conditions, non-disclosure agreements
and other supply agreements. Ability to learn technical concepts by
reading work instructions and standard operating procedures, and
completing on-the-job training. of cGMP regulations ISO 13485,
21CFR Part 820, CMDR SOR/98-282, 93/42/EEC, RDC 16 2013, MHLW MO
169 and TG(MD)R Sch3 preferred. Our Awesome Benefits! Working for a
growing innovative company like Argen means exciting opportunities
for training and learning, career development and advancement from
only the best in the dental industry. With all that hard work,
Argen is committed to ensuring the welfare of its employees and
provides an amazing benefit package that includes:
Health/Dental/Vision Plans 401k with Employer Match Paid Vacation,
Holiday and Sick Time Employee Events Wellness Programs Discounts
for home, travel, entertainment, relaxation that includes Mobile
phone service, Technology, Airline and Hotel, Theater/Theme Park
tickets, Restaurants and so much more! EOE/M/F/Vet/Disabled VEVRAA
Federal Contractor Mon- Fri 8am - 5pm
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