Procurement Manager

Titan America; Troutville (VA); On-site; USD 95,000 - 130,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical benefits

401(k) with company match

Paid time off and holidays

Job summary

Titan America seeks a Procurement Manager for Roanoke Cement to lead sourcing strategy, supplier management, and cost optimization at the plant. You will partner with plant leadership to ensure reliable material supply and operational continuity, while developing a small procurement team and ensuring governance and SOX compliance.

The role requires strong negotiation skills, SAP experience, and a hands-on, results-driven approach in heavy industry procurement.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in supply chain, business, engineering, or related field.
• 7+ years of procurement/supply chain experience in industrial manufacturing or heavy industry.
• Proven experience leading procurement teams in a plant or site-based environment.
• Strong negotiation and contract management experience with cost savings results.

Responsibilities

• Lead all site-level procurement activities to ensure uninterrupted supply of materials, spare parts, and services.
• Serve as primary procurement partner to plant leadership, aligning sourcing with operational priorities.
• Lead, coach, and develop a small team of 1–2 procurement professionals.
• Support safety, sustainability, and procurement governance initiatives.
• Manage supplier relationships, including sourcing, contracting, and performance management.
• Forecast demand with plant leadership and support outages and capital projects.
• Identify cost savings and cost avoidance through category management and vendor consolidation.
• Drive continuous improvement in procurement processes and inventory management.

Skills

Negotiation

Contract management

Analytical thinking

Cross-functional collaboration

Risk management

Education

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

Tools

SAP

Job description

Overview

The Procurement Manager is responsible for leading procurement strategy and execution at Roanoke Cement, ensuring the reliable and cost-effective sourcing of materials, equipment, and services critical to plant operations. This role partners closely with plant leadership, maintenance, operations, and corporate procurement to drive cost efficiency, supplier performance, and operational continuity.

This position reports to the Mid-Atlantic Senior Manager of Mid-Atlantic Procurement Operations.The ideal candidate brings strong experience in industrial procurement within manufacturing, mining, or heavy materials environments, along with a hands‑on, solutions‑oriented approach.

Responsibilities

• Lead all site‑level procurement activities in support of cement manufacturing operations, ensuring uninterrupted supply of critical materials, spare parts, and services
• Serve as the primary procurement partner to the Roanoke Cement Plant Manager, aligning sourcing strategies with plant operational priorities and performance objectives
• Lead, coach, and develop a small team of 1–2 procurement professionals, ensuring strong execution, accountability, and alignment with business objectives
• Actively support Safety and Sustainability initiatives in the workplace.
• Support and execute sourcing strategies aligned with Titan America’s procurement policies, total cost of ownership objectives, and operational priorities
• Manage supplier relationships, including sourcing, negotiation, contracting, and performance management to drive value, quality, and reliability
• Partner with plant leadership, maintenance, and operations teams to forecast demand, plan purchases, and support planned outages and capital projects
• Identify and deliver cost savings and cost avoidance initiatives, including category management, vendor consolidation, and contract optimization
• Ensure compliance with company policies, including SOX controls, procurement governance, and audit requirements
• Utilize SAP and other procurement systems to manage purchasing processes, reporting, and data integrity
• Monitor market trends, pricing, and supply risks to proactively adjust sourcing strategies
• Support corporate procurement initiatives and collaborate across Titan America’s business units to leverage scale and best practices
• Drive continuous improvement in procurement processes, inventory management, and supplier performance

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Supply Chain, Business, Engineering, or related field required
• 7+ years of procurement or supply chain experience in industrial manufacturing (cement, mining, aggregates, or similar heavy industry preferred)
• Proven experience leading procurement teams in a plant or site‑based environment
• Strong negotiation and contract management experience with demonstrated cost savings results
• Experience working closely with maintenance, operations, and capital project teams
• Proficiency in SAP or similar ERP systems
• Familiarity with SOX compliance and procurement controls
• Strong analytical, problem‑solving, and decision‑making skills
• Ability to influence cross‑functional stakeholders and operate effectively in a fast‑paced environment

Key Competencies

• Operational mindset with strong business acumen
• Results‑oriented with a focus on cost, quality, and reliability
• Strong communication and relationship‑building skills
• Strong Project management and prioritization skills
• High level of ownership, accountability, and integrity
• Continuous improvement and process optimization mindset
• Solid knowledge and support of Procure to Pay processes, SAP expertise is a plus

What We Offer:

• Company Values: Be part of a company that values integrity, safety, sustainability, and respect for people.
• Competitive Compensation: Compensation aligned with experience and market conditions.
• Comprehensive Benefits: Medical, dental, vision, 401(k) with company match, paid time off, and holidays.
• Supportive Culture: Collaborative, team‑oriented work environment.
• Growth & Development: Opportunities to learn plant operations and grow within the organization.

Success begins with hiring the right people to partner with us as we grow and develop our businesses. People are central to everything we do. It is through their efforts and talents that Titan has been successful for over 100 years. Join our team and help us lead the way in environmentally responsible cement manufacturing!

Titan America is an Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) / Affi­rmative Action employer and welcomes all qualified applicants. Applicants will receive fair and impartial consideration without regard to race, sex, color, religion, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, genetic data, or other legally protected status.