Category Manager - Liquid Fuels

Summit Materials; Denver (CO); Presencial; USD 72.000 - 114.000; Jornada completa

Ventajas ofrecidas por este puesto de trabajo

Paid Holidays

Paid Time Off

401(k) Plan with employer match

Medical, Dental, and Vision plans

Life Insurance - Company Paid

Short-term and Long-term Disability Insurance - Company Paid

Descripción de la vacante

Summit Materials is looking for a strategic and results-driven Category Manager to oversee the sourcing and management of Liquid Fuels, impacting over $100 million in annual spending. This role involves vendor negotiations, stakeholder engagement, and market strategies to ensure supply security and cost optimization. The ideal candidate should have a Bachelor’s degree, significant experience in energy procurement, and strong analytical skills, all while supporting the operational needs of the company.

Formación

• Minimum 5-8 years of experience in energy procurement or industrial category management.
• Strong understanding of energy market dynamics and fuel logistics.
• Willingness to travel up to 20% across the U.S.

Responsabilidades

• Lead category strategy development for liquid fuels (On & Off Road Diesel, Gasoline).
• Execute RFPs and manage supplier relationships.
• Monitor energy market trends and recommend risk mitigation strategies.

Conocimientos

Contract negotiation

Supplier management

Risk management

Analytical skills

Educación

Bachelor’s Degree in Engineering, Business, or related field

Herramientas

Microsoft Office

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Overview
Job Title: Category Manager – Liquid Fuels
Location: Onsite 5 days per week. We are open to candidates who can work out of the following locations – Alpharetta, GA, Kansas City, MO, or Houston, TX
Pay is dependent upon experience and will be discussed during the consideration process
Reports to: Director of Energy
Position Summary: We are seeking a strategic and results-driven Category Manager to lead the sourcing and management of Liquid Fuels for our industrial manufacturing operations across the United States. This role will be responsible for managing over $100 million in annual energy spend, ensuring security of supply, cost optimization, and risk mitigation.
As a key member of the Energy Management team, the ideal candidate will bring proven experience in vendor negotiations, stakeholder engagement, market intelligence, risk management, and project execution. You will also support operational needs through both structured procurement strategies and responsive spot market purchases.
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Role & Responsibilities
Key Responsibilities:
Category Ownership

• Lead category strategy development for liquid fuels (On & Off Road Diesel, Gasoline) across all U.S. sites.
• Identify cost-saving opportunities, leverage economies of scale, and ensure compliance with company goals.
  

Procurement And Supplier Management

• Execute RFPs, vendor qualification, contract negotiations, and performance evaluations.
• Maintain and enhance relationships with key suppliers and service providers.
• Manage fuel and gas supply agreements ensuring cost-effectiveness, service reliability, and risk coverage.
  

Internal Stakeholder Engagement

• Partner with Plant Operations, Finance, Legal, EH&S, and Logistics teams to align procurement with business needs.
• Support site-level needs and escalate as appropriate.
  

Market & Risk Management

• Monitor energy market trends and recommend risk mitigation strategies.
• Manage spot purchases when required due to supply chain or operational events.
  

Planning And Project Execution

• Support small-scale capital and operational energy projects (e.g., fuel storage upgrades, metering systems, fuel ordering).
• Track project progress, support financial assessments, and ensure timeline compliance.
  

Reporting & Compliance

• Maintain procurement documentation and reporting for internal and external audit readiness.
• Ensure regulatory compliance with federal, state, and local fuel regulations.
  

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s Degree in Engineering, Business, Supply Chain, or related field (MBA or advanced degree is a plus).
• Minimum 5-8 years of relevant experience in energy procurement or industrial category management, including fuel and/or natural gas.
• Strong understanding of energy market dynamics, fuel logistics, and gas transportation contracts.
• Demonstrated experience in:
• Contract negotiation and supplier management
• Running RFPs and strategic sourcing
• Risk management and spot purchasing
• Project planning and execution
• Excellent communication, analytical, and stakeholder management skills.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office.
• Willingness to travel up to 20% across the U.S.
  

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Benefits

• Recession Resistant Industry
• Consistent work, with a work/life balance
• Paid Holidays
• Paid Time Off
• 401(k) Plan w/ employer match contribution
• Medical / Dental / Vision plan offered
• Life Insurance - Company Paid
• Short-term / Long-term Disability Insurance - Company Paid
  

Get Hired
What To Expect During Our Hiring Process

• Background Check
• Motor Vehicle Record Check
• 5-Panel Drug Screen
• Fit for Duty Baseline Physical (if applicable)
• A great team to support you throughout your career with Summit Materials companies!
  

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Summit Materials consists of more than a dozen local companies that supply aggregates, cement, ready-mix concrete, asphalt paving, and construction services in the United States and western Canada. At Summit Materials, we support our teammates who lay the groundwork for our communities and live by our core values: Safety, Integrity, Sustainability, and Inclusivity. We're passionate about our teammates, our work, and our communities. Each of Summit's companies celebrates their individual legacies, but together - we are Summit Materials.
At Summit Materials, we provide the foundation to connect our communities today and build a better tomorrow. We value all our communities - including our diverse internal community of teammates that make us stronger. No matter your race, ethnicity, gender, age, or anything that makes you who you are...you belong.

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