Procurement Manager

CONCRETE STRATEGIES; St. Louis (MO); On-site; USD 80,000 - 100,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, Dental and Vision plans

401(k)

Generous PTO and paid holidays

Flexible spending accounts

Job summary

CONCRETE STRATEGIES is seeking a Procurement Manager responsible for sourcing and purchasing construction materials. This role requires strong industry knowledge, negotiation skills, and the ability to build strategic vendor relationships.

Key responsibilities include developing procurement strategies, collaborating with preconstruction teams, and ensuring timely and cost-effective material availability. The ideal candidate has over 7 years of relevant experience and a Bachelor’s degree in a related field.

The position also offers competitive compensation and a range of benefits including medical plans, 401(k), and paid time off.

Qualifications

• 7+ years of procurement, purchasing, or preconstruction experience in concrete construction or related industry.
• Proven experience in vendor negotiations, contract management, and cost analysis.
• Strong knowledge of concrete materials, rebar, and construction supply markets.

Responsibilities

• Develop and execute procurement strategies for concrete and rebar materials.
• Build relationships with suppliers to ensure competitive pricing and delivery.
• Collaborate with teams to provide accurate material pricing and insights.

Skills

Negotiation skills

Vendor relationship management

Cost analysis

Market analysis

Analytical skills

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Construction Management, Supply Chain, Business, or related field

Job description

Position Title

Procurement Manager

Departments

Procurement Department

Reports to

Director of Procurement

Direct Reports

Supply Chain Specialist

Summary Description

The Procurement Manager is responsible for leading sourcing, purchasing, and vendor relationship strategies for concrete, rebar, and related construction materials. This role partners closely with preconstruction, operations, and field teams to ensure cost‑effective, timely, and high‑quality material procurement. The position requires strong industry knowledge, supplier negotiation expertise, and the ability to build and maintain strategic vendor relationships that support project success.

Key Responsibilities

• Develop and execute procurement strategies for concrete, rebar, and related materials across multiple projects
• Build and maintain strong relationships with suppliers, subcontractors, and vendors to ensure competitive pricing and reliable delivery
• Collaborate with preconstruction and estimating teams to provide accurate material pricing and market insights
• Negotiate pricing, contracts, and supply agreements to optimize cost, quality, and schedule performance
• Monitor market trends, material availability, and pricing fluctuations to proactively mitigate risk
• Coordinate with project teams to align procurement schedules with construction timelines
• Evaluate vendor performance and implement continuous improvement initiatives
• Support business development and sales efforts by leveraging supplier relationships and market expertise
• Ensure compliance with company policies, safety standards, and contractual requirements

Materials Focus

Concrete Materials

• Ready Mix Concrete
• Cement
• Aggregates
• Supplementary Cementitious Materials (fly ash, slag)
• Concrete admixtures

Reinforcing Steel

• Reinforcing steel (rebar)
• Fabricated reinforcing steel
• Welded wire reinforcement
• Reinforcement accessories and embeds

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Construction Management, Supply Chain, Business, or related field (or equivalent experience)
• 7+ years of procurement, purchasing, or preconstruction experience in concrete construction or related industry
• Strong knowledge of concrete materials, rebar, and construction supply markets
• Proven experience in vendor negotiations, contract management, and cost analysis
• Experience supporting preconstruction teams with budgeting and estimating inputs
• Sales or client‑facing experience, particularly in concrete materials or construction services, strongly preferred
• Established relationships with suppliers and vendors within the concrete and rebar market preferred
• Strong analytical, organizational, and communication skills

Leadership Competencies

• Drives results through strategic sourcing and cost management
• Builds strong internal and external relationships
• Demonstrates sound judgment and decision‑making
• Communicates effectively across teams and stakeholders
• Leads with accountability and ownership
• Promotes collaboration between procurement, preconstruction, and operations

Compensation and Benefits

Salary Range: Competitive Annual Salary based on qualifications, skills, training, experience, and location.

Discretionary Annual Bonus: Subject to company performance and individual contribution.

Benefits: Medical, Dental and Vision plans, 401(k), generous PTO and paid company holidays, employee assistance program, flexible spending accounts, life insurance, disability coverage, learning & development programs and more.

Equal Opportunity Employment

The Company is an Equal Opportunity Employer. The Company hires individuals on the basis of their qualifications and ability to complete the essential requirements and responsibilities of the job to be filled. It is our policy to grant equal employment opportunities to qualified persons without regard to race, color, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity/gender expression, religion, pregnancy, parental status, marital status, age, veterans’ or military status, regardless of how discharged, or physical or mental handicap or disability, genetic information, or other classification protected by applicable federal, state or local laws. The Company will provide equal opportunities in employment and take affirmative action as necessary in all aspects of the employment relationship, including without limitation, recruiting, hiring, compensation, promotion, working conditions, benefits and all other privileges, terms and conditions of employment. All employment decisions are made based on availability, qualifications, ability, merit and/or other legitimate factors consistent with principles of equal employment.