Project Manager - Product Development & Procurement

Description

Company: Filterbuy

Position: Project Manager - Product Development & Procurement

Location: Talladega, AL (occasional travel required)

Duration: Full-time, Permanent 

Salary: Competitive

Filterbuy, a leader in the air quality and manufacturing world, is seeking a results-driven Project Manager to lead initiatives across new product development and procurement. This unique dual-role blends strategic project oversight with hands-on purchasing responsibilities, supporting both innovation and supply continuity across standard and custom product lines. You will work cross-functionally with Operations, Production, and Purchasing to bring new products to market while ensuring cost-effective and timely procurement of materials. Must be detail oriented and self-motivated to get all projects completed on time and within budget.

Responsibilities include, but are not limited to:

1. New Product Development (NPD) – Project Management Focus

• Lead cross-functional teams through the product development lifecycle, keeping all participants on track and well- informed.
  
  
• Once the prototype has been provided, you will collaborate with Operations, Marketing and our Marketplace Manager to define product specifications, timelines, and go-to-market strategies.
  
  
• Develop and manage detailed project plans, ensuring on-time delivery of milestones.
  
  
• Track key performance indicators (KPIs), budgets, and resource allocation.
  
  
• Facilitate internal and external stakeholder communication for project transparency and accountability.
  
  

2. Procurement & Special Products – Sourcing & Purchasing Focus

Support purchasing operations for core and custom product lines with an emphasis on quality, cost, and timeliness.

• Manage the procurement of standard and specialty product components to meet production demands.
  
  
• Develop and maintain strong supplier relationships, especially for custom or low-volume SKUs
  
  
• Partner with Operations teams to identify sourcing options for unique or new-product materials.
  
  
• Monitor open orders, lead times, and delivery schedules; resolve issues proactively.
  
  
• Use our internal systems to maintain accurate purchasing records and track procurement metrics.
  
  
• Analyze purchasing trends and contribute to supplier performance and cost-saving initiatives.

Required skills and qualifications:

• Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Supply Chain, Business, or a related field.
  
  
• 5 years of combined experience in project management and procurement within a manufacturing environment.
  
  
• Proven ability to lead cross-functional teams and manage complex timelines.
  
  
• Strong analytical, negotiation, and organizational skills.
  
  
• Excellent communication and problem-solving abilities.

Preferred:

• PMP certification or equivalent project management training.
  
  
• Experience sourcing for low-volume, engineered, or specialty products.
  
  
• Background in HVAC, ecommerce manufacturing, or filtration products.
  
  
• Understanding of Lean, JIT, or Agile manufacturing principles.

This job description is not all-encompassing; however, it is intended to be a general description of the responsibilities of this position.

Company Overview
We are a leading ecommerce company with a mission to deliver high-quality products and exceptional customer experiences. As we continue to grow and expand into new product categories, we seek dynamic team members who thrive at the intersection of innovation and execution.

Filterbuy provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, genetics or any other legally protected category.