Supply Engineering Team Lead

Company Overview

Crystalia Glass LLC is a US-based manufacturer specializing in superior custom glass solutions for residential, commercial, and institutional projects. With over nine years of operation, the company handles the complete process cycle—from design and manufacture to sales, delivery, and installation. Production facilities are located in the US and Europe, serving customers nationwide.

Position Summary

The organization is expanding its Supply Engineering division and seeks a seasoned Supply Engineering Team Lead to enhance operations, streamline procurement workflows, and guide a skilled team. This full-time leadership role requires onsite presence in Brooklyn, New York, reporting directly to the Chief Technical Officer.

Key Responsibilities

• Oversee procurement engineering activities, including placing and tracking component orders and ensuring all documentation and materials are prepared before production starts.
• Coordinate the launch of production by managing glass orders and guaranteeing availability of hardware and other necessary materials.
• Forecast procurement demands and manage inventory levels prudently.
• Analyze technical drawings and specifications for precise material list preparation.
• Verify product dimensions, finishes, and quality standards prior to procurement.
• Maintain detailed procurement records and engineering documentation throughout project phases.
• Develop and sustain relationships with suppliers from the United States, Europe, the Middle East, and Asia, including negotiation of pricing, terms, and delivery schedules.
• Supervise purchasing operations for production, warehousing, and installation activities.
• Evaluate supplier performance continuously and address quality or logistics issues as they arise.
• Implement process improvement initiatives to enhance procurement efficiency, supplier relations, and cost effectiveness.
• Collaborate cross-functionally with Sales, Project Management, Engineering, Estimating, Warehouse, and Installation teams to support engineering changes, material substitutions, and overall procurement planning.
• Lead and mentor a team of four Procurement Engineers by assigning duties, prioritizing assignments, conducting performance reviews, and facilitating problem resolution.
• Provide procurement expertise during complex sourcing challenges and manage supplier escalations.
• Report regularly to the CTO on progress, risks, and operational status.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Engineering.
• Minimum three years’ experience in procurement engineering or a related field, with leadership responsibilities.
• Proven track record managing supplier relationships across international markets including the US, Europe, Middle East, and Asia.
• Experience in sourcing, procurement, and import/export logistics for engineering or production materials.
• Ability to read and interpret technical drawings and engineering documents accurately.
• Fluent in both English and Russian languages.
• Proficiency in AutoCAD and familiar with Microsoft Office, Google Workspace, PDF utilities, and project/task management tools like ClickUp.

Personal Attributes

• Confident, proactive leadership style with strong organizational and multitasking skills.
• Excellent communication capabilities and adept at managing multiple stakeholders.
• Strong analytical mindset with effective problem-solving and decision-making skills.
• Ownership mentality and dependable accountability.
• Adept at thriving in dynamic and fast-paced work environments.

Work Environment & Schedule

• Work location: Onsite in Brooklyn, New York.
• Workdays: Monday through Friday.
• Hours: 8:30 AM to 5:00 PM.

Benefits

• Competitive salary commensurate with experience.
• Bi-weekly salary payment schedule.
• Paid Time Off includes 5 vacation days during the first year, increasing to 15 annually thereafter.
• 6 paid sick leave days per year.
• 32 hours of protected time off annually.
• Unpaid time off of up to 5 days per year, pending managerial approval.

Why Join Crystalia Glass

• Be part of a growing US company delivering custom glass solutions with a full-cycle operational approach.
• Take a leading role in shaping procurement processes during an exciting scaling phase.
• Lead a talented team impacting operational efficiency and company growth.
• Engage directly with executive leadership and influence strategic decisions.
• Experience working on complex, high-quality projects across the US with an international network of suppliers.
• Opportunity for career advancement in a fast-moving environment that values initiative and expertise.