Procurement Manager

Ash Grove Cement Company; Chanute (KS); On-site; USD 85,000 - 120,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health Insurance

Vision Insurance

Retirement Plan

Paid Time Off, Paid Holidays

Tuition Reimbursement

Employee Assistance Program

Disability Pay

Life Insurance

Growth Opportunities and more!

Job summary

Ash Grove Cement Company is seeking a Procurement Manager to identify cost reduction opportunities and lead sourcing for direct materials and third-party services in the United States. You will build strong relationships with internal customers and suppliers to implement procurement initiatives and optimize spend.

The role requires 3+ years in sourcing/procurement in an operational environment, strong negotiation, and ERP/MS Office fluency.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in engineering, purchasing, accounting, business, or related field.
• CPM or supply chain certification is a plus.
• 3+ years of sourcing/procurement experience in operations.
• Strong English communication and negotiation skills.
• Familiarity with MS Office and ERP systems.
• Knowledge of tendering, data analysis, negotiation and contracting.

Responsibilities

• Identify opportunities for cost reductions, cost avoidance, and service improvements.
• Source third party services and direct materials.
• Negotiate with vendors to achieve cost-effective purchasing while ensuring quality and delivery.
• Provide monthly reporting on savings and key initiatives.
• Collaborate with operations and suppliers to procure at lowest total cost of ownership.
• Manage supplier relationships and monitor compliance locally.
• Support internal projects for sourcing and purchasing needs.
• Attend regular operational meetings and provide updates.

Skills

Negotiation

Cost analysis

Analytical skills

Supplier Relationship Management

Stakeholder management

Leadership

Education

Bachelor's degree in engineering, purchasing, accounting, business, or a related field

Tools

MS Office

ERP

Job description

Requisition ID530520-Posted11/06/2026-Americas Cement-Ash Grove Cement Company-Full Time-Purchasing/Supply Chain-United States-Nebraska

Ash Grove is a CRH company with a legacy dating back to 1882. We combine technical expertise, safety and customer-focused solutions to deliver reliable performance for our customers. We manufacture and supply high-performance, advanced cementitious materials for the most demanding construction and infrastructure needs. With more than 2,000 people across 60 locations in the United States and Canada, we support a wide range of applications, from major infrastructure projects to the development and refurbishment of residential and non-residential buildings that support everyday life, from highways and bridges to schools and commercial buildings.

At Ash Grove Cement, people are ourfirst priority. We offer a complete benefits package to include:

• Health Insurance
• Vision Insurance
• Retirement Plan
• Paid Time Off, Paid Holidays
• Tuition Reimbursement
• Employee Assistance Program
• Disability Pay
• Life Insurance
• Growth Opportunities and more!

Summary:

The Procurement Manager identifies and enables opportunities for cost reductions, cost avoidance and service improvements at the plant. This position builds strong and effective relationships both with internal customers, the local/regional category team, and external suppliers to create the framework-for the implementation of procurement initiatives and processes at the plant.

What you’ll be contributing:

• Promote and follow all plant safety guidelines.
• Identifies and enable opportunities for cost reductions, cost avoidance and service improvements at the local level.
• Source third party services and direct materials.
• Negotiates with vendors to achieve cost-effective purchasing transactions while maximizing quality, customer service, and desired delivery times
• Provides monthly reporting on savings, benefits, key initiatives, and projects.
• Works closely with operations and suppliers to procure at the lowest total cost of ownership.
• Manages the delivery of items to minimize the risk to the operation.
• Manages on-going supplier relationship and develop criteria and processes to monitor supplier compliance at the local level.
• Supports internal customer projects for sourcing and purchasing needs.
• Explores and understands customers’ requirements to ensure a high level of responsive service.
• Attends regular operational meetings (daily/weekly) and provide updates and feedback on important issues.
• Additional duties as assigned by supervisor.

To succeed in this position, you will need:

• Minimum 4 year - Bachelor's Degree in e ngineering, purchasing, accounting, business, or a related field.
• Preferred CPM (Certified Purchasing Manager) or a suitable Supply Chain certification is a plus.
• Minimum 3 years of experience in sourcing/procurement, preferably in an operational environment.
• Proficient in English written, verbal communication, and listening skills
• Ability to effectively negotiation
• Knowledge of MS Office, and ERP
• Knowledge of procurement including tendering, data analysis, negotiation and contracting
• Skills in cost analysis and management
• Strong strategic skills and problem solving/analytical skills.
• Knowledge of Business operations and financial principles
• Knowledge of Supplier Relationship Management (SRM) practices and principles
• Ability to be focused on achieving results
• Ability to coordinate and develop innovative strategies and recommendations for initiating and establishing goals
• Ability to build and maintain strong relationships with internal and external stakeholders to support organizational goals
• Ability to make decisions and solve problems with high attention to detail and accuracy
• Knowledge of Stakeholder management strategies
• Skills in leadership to development a team, motivate, and performance management across diverse workgroups

What’s next for you?

We provide stability and advancement opportunities across North America. Use our tuition reimbursement program to help you meet your career goals.

The above duties and responsibilities are representative of the nature and level of work assigned and are not necessarily all-inclusive. The physical demands, working environment, and other conditions of employment listed in this document are representative of but are not intended to provide an exhaustive list of the requirements for positions in this classification. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform essential functions.

What CRH Offers You

• Highly competitive base pay
• Comprehensive medical, dental and disability benefits programs
• Group retirement savings program
• Health and wellness programs
• An inclusive culture that values opportunity for growth, development, and internal promotion

About CRH

CRH has a long and proud heritage. We are a collection of hundreds of family businesses, regional companies and large enterprises that together form the CRH family. CRH operates in a decentralized, diversified structure that allows you to work in a small company environment while having the career opportunities of a large international organization.

Ash Grove Cement, a CRH Company, is an affirmative action and equal opportunity employer.

EOE/Vet/Disability

CRH is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, status as a protected veteran or any other characteristic protected under applicable federal, state, or local law.

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