Global Category Procurement Specialist I

Gerdau Ameristeel Corp.; Midlothian (TX); On-site; USD 65,000 - 85,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical benefits

401(k) matching

Tuition reimbursement

Career development

Job summary

Gerdau Ameristeel Corp. is seeking a Category Management Specialist I to help drive sourcing strategies for Best Cost Countries and reduce total cost of ownership across manufacturing operations.

This role focuses on supplier partnerships, negotiations, and data-driven decision making across multiple mills and facilities. The position involves supporting global procurement activities, analyzing markets, and collaborating with operations to identify cost-saving opportunities.

Qualifications

• Four-year degree in Engineering, Business Administration, or a related field.
• Up to 3 years of procurement experience, preferably within an industrial or manufacturing environment.
• Experience working with cross-functional teams and global sourcing.
• Strong analytical, problem-solving, communication, and interpersonal skills.
• Proficiency with MS Excel and Databricks; SAP experience is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Support and execute procurement strategies for global, national, and regional operations.
• Support procurement activities across multiple mills and locations.
• Analyze supplier markets, cost drivers, logistics, technology, competitiveness, and risks.
• Partner with stakeholders to identify sourcing and cost-optimization opportunities.
• Lead RFQs, RFPs, competitive bidding, and supplier selection activities.
• Assist negotiations and supplier relationship management in SAP.

Skills

Analytical skills

Cross-functional teamwork

Communication

Problem solving

MS Excel

Databricks

Supply chain

Negotiation

Education

Bachelor's degree

Tools

SAP

Crystal Reports

MS Excel

Databricks

Job description

Gerdau Ameristeel Corp. is seeking a Category Management Specialist I to help drive sourcing strategies for Best Cost Countries and reduce total cost of ownership across manufacturing operations.

This role focuses on supplier partnerships, negotiations, and data-driven decision making across multiple mills and facilities. The position involves supporting global procurement activities, analyzing markets, and collaborating with operations to identify cost-saving opportunities.