CAPEX Category Manager

Amrize; Morgan (UT); On-site; USD 110,000 - 135,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401(k) matching

Stock Purchase Plan

Medical Insurance

Dental Insurance

Paid time off

Job summary

Amrize is seeking a CAPEX Category Manager to define and align category strategies for capital projects, and to act as SME for sub commodities. The role leads strategic sourcing activities across large process equipment, civil construction, and engineering services at one or more cement plants.

You will negotiate complex contracts and partner with stakeholders to maximize value. The successful candidate will have 5+ years in consulting or sourcing for capital expenditures, strong MS Office and

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree with at least 5 years of experience.
• Master's degree preferred.
• Field of Study: Purchasing, Supply Chain, Business, Economics or Engineering.
• Experience in consultant, project management or sourcing for large capital expenditure activities.

Responsibilities

• Develop category strategies and lead sourcing processes for capital projects.
• Lead cross-functional teams in supplier selection, RFI/RFP development and analysis.
• Negotiate complex contracts and drive supplier performance with structure.
• Identify cost savings, supplier consolidation and bundling opportunities.
• Build relationships with senior stakeholders and key suppliers to accelerate objectives.

Skills

Strategic sourcing

Project management

Negotiation

Communication

Education

Bachelor's degree

Master's degree

Tools

MS Office - Excel & PPT

Google Workspace

SAP (basic)

Job description

CAPEX Category Manager

Requisition ID: 17796

Location:

Alpena, MI, US, 49707Holly Hill, SC, US, 29059Ravena, NY, US, 12143Morgan, UT, US, 84050Florence, CO, US, 81226

Pay Type: Salary

Position type: Full-time / Salary

Estimated Wage Range $110,000 - $135,000/Annually

COMPANY OVERVIEW

Amrize is building North America. From bridges and railways to data centers, schools, offices and homes, our solutions are inside the buildings and infrastructure that connect people and advance how we live. And we invite you to come and build with us.

As the partner of choice for professional builders, we offer advanced branded solutions from foundation to rooftop. Wherever our customers are, whatever their job, we’re ready to deliver. Our 19,000 colleagues work across 1,000 sites supported by an unparalleled distribution network. Infrastructure, commercial and residential, new build, repair and refurbishment: We’re in every construction market.

Amrize listed on the New York Stock Exchange and the SIX Swiss Exchange on June 23, 2025, following our spinoff as an independent company. Join us and build your ambition.

Learn more at www.amrize.com/careers (https://www.amrize.com/us/en/careers.html)

Description:

ABOUT THE ROLE

This role will define and align the overall strategy for the sub commodities within scope. This position will become the subject matter expert for the related sub commodities or suppliers. This role will be accountable to maximize benefits associated with the strategic sourcing of the portfolio of sub commodities under scope.

This position will lead and execute individual sourcing processes within Amrize’s Capital projects. The categories under scope represent a blend of large process equipment, non-process equipment, civil construction, and engineering services across one or two cement plants.

WHAT YOU'LL ACCOMPLISH

• Demonstrates a commitment to communicating, improving and adhering to safety policies in all work environments and areas.
• Provide leadership in the design and implementation of relevant Category strategies in support of the Global and Regional Procurement organization.
• Develop frame agreements with main / key suppliers in assigned categories.
• Achieve targets for strategic sourcing activities; spend coverage, compliance rates and benefits generation.
• Identify potential cost savings, supplier consolidation and bundling opportunities in assigned Categories.
• Lead cross-functional teams through sourcing activities and supplier selection activities including: qualitative and quantitative analysis, selection criteria, RFI and RFP development and analysis.
• Provide subject matter expertise while working with stakeholders and Legal in negotiation of vendor contracts.
• Drive, develop and execute negotiation strategy with suppliers while managing supplier performance on a structured basis.
• Act as lead negotiator to execute complex contracts with large cross-functional teams that optimise benefits to the operating company (e.g. performance based contracts) while implementing contracts in business units.
• Develop and maintain relationships with internal senior stakeholders (such as Directors, VP, and Executives), key suppliers and third party sourcing partners to enable accelerated achievement of business objectives.
• Develop and implement processes to actively / consistently manage Holcim’s capex activities in North America.

RELATIONSHIPS WITH OTHER JOBS

• Manufacturing – directly manages all Category interfaces from requirements and Budget development to new product qualification and problem solving
• Finance – provides Budget and market trend information
• Legal – coordinates all commercial activity to ensure compliance with all requirements
• Logistics – manage supply chain elements as they apply to risk and cost optimization
• Local Procurement – sets strategies and guidelines which can be implemented by Local Procurement when necessary

WHAT WE’RE LOOKING FOR

Education: Bachelor's degree with at least 5 years of experience

Additional Education Preferred: Master's degree

Field of Study Preferred: Purchasing, Supply Chain, Business, Economics or Engineering

Required Work Experience: Consultant, project management or sourcing experience in large capital expedinture activities.

Required Technical Skills : Proficient/Advance in MS Office Specifically Excel and PPT, Google Mail & Drive. Basic SAP knowledge or equivalent

Travel Requirements : 25% of the time

Additional Requirements :

• Strong strategic sourcing expertise and problem solving/analytical skills.
• Costs / results focused.
• Ability to drive cross-functional teams, build relationships and command respect.
• Good written and oral communication skills; ability to communicate effectively at all levels, and with all functions.
• A good balance between empathy and assertiveness when dealing with customers and suppliers.
• Strong analytical and execution skills with understanding of key cost drivers.
• Good category knowledge (markets, usage, TCO etc.).
• Strong negotiation capability; ability to develop and manage complex agreements. Familiarity with contract structures (domestic and international), basic legal terms, and legal drafting.
• Sound knowledge of financial concepts (domestica and international), budget management and cost reduction initiatives.
• Project management, leadership skills and the ability to handle multiple projects at the same time.
• Ability to work indenpendently in a dynamic, amibguous, and newly forming organization.
• Knowledge of internal controls providing reasonable assurance of effective and efficient operations, including actions to prevent and detect fraud and protect Company resources.
• Successful candidates must adhere to all safety protocols and proper use of Amrize approved Personal Protection Equipment ("PPE"), including but not limited to respirators. Subject to applicable law, employees that are required to wear respirators must be clean shaven where the respirator seal meets the face in order to pass the qualitative and quantitative fit tests.

WHAT WE OFFER

• Competitive salary
• Retirement Savings: Choose from 401(k) pre-tax and/or Roth after-tax savings
• Employee Stock Purchase Plan
• Medical, Dental, Disability and Life Insurance
• Holistic Health & Well-being programs
• Health Savings Accounts (HSAs) & Flexible Spending Accounts (FSAs) for health and dependent care
• Vision and other Voluntary benefits and discounts
• Paid time off & paid holidays
• Paid Parental Leave (maternity & paternity)
• Educational Assistance Program
• Dress for your day

Amrize is an equal opportunity employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees.

We thank all applicants for their interest; however, only those selected for an interview will be contacted.

BUILDING INCLUSIVE WORKSPACES

At Amrize, there is endless opportunity for you to play your part. Whether you’re in a technical, managerial, or frontline role, you can shape a career that works for you. We're seeking builders, creative thinkers and innovators. Come put your expertise to work while developing the knowledge and skills to drive your career forward. With us you’ll have the chance to build your ambition!

Amrize North America Inc. takes pride in our hiring processes and our commitment that all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to age, race, color, ethnicity, religion, creed, national origin, ancestry, gender, gender identity, gender expression, sex, sexual orientation, marital status, pregnancy, parental status, genetic information, citizenship, physical or mental disability, past, current, or prospective service in the uniformed services, or any other characteristic protected by applicable federal, state or local law. Amrize North America Inc, and its respective subsidiaries are Equal Opportunity Employers, deciding all employment on the basis of qualification, merit and business need. Amrize Canada Inc. is committed to the principles of employment equity and encourages the applications from women, visible minorities, and persons with disabilities. Amrize North America Inc. participates in E-Verify and will provide the federal government with your I-9 information to confirm that you are authorized to work in the United States.

In compliance with the ADA Amendments Act (ADAAA), if you have a disability and would like to request accommodation in order to apply for a position with us, please email [e-mail] . This email address should only be used for accommodations and not general inquiries or resume submittals. In Ontario, our organization/business is committed to fulfilling our requirements under the Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act. Under the Act, accommodations are available on request for candidates taking part in all aspects of the selection process.

While we sincerely appreciate all applications, only candidates selected for an interview will be contacted.

Nearest Major Market: Northern Michigan