Senior Logistics Procurement Specialist

Holcim Ltd.; Chicago, Northern (IL, KY); Hybrid; USD 100,000 - 130,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401(k) Pre-tax / Roth

Employee Stock Purchase Plan

Medical, Dental, Disability and Life

Well-being programs

HSAs & FSAs

Vision benefits

Paid time off

Paid parental leave

Educational assistance

Dress for your day

Job summary

Amrize is seeking a Senior Logistics Procurement Specialist to support transportation procurement initiatives across the US Cement network from the Chicago Office IL. You will lead carrier development, negotiate agreements, and strengthen the carrier network while partnering with Cement Operations, Dispatch, Logistics, and leadership to meet operational and commercial goals.

The ideal candidate has 5+ years in transportation procurement, strong negotiation skills, and proficiency with SAP and

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree required.
• 5+ years of experience in transportation procurement, strategic sourcing, carrier management, logistics operations, or related supply chain function.

Responsibilities

• Lead transportation sourcing events and RFQs.
• Negotiate transportation agreements and fuel surcharge programs.
• Develop strategic carrier partnerships aligned with operational objectives.
• Improve carrier performance and service levels through governance and metrics.
• Analyze freight spend, market trends, and network opportunities to identify cost savings.
• Collaborate with Operations, Dispatch, Logistics and business leadership to align sourcing with priorities.

Skills

Negotiation

Relationship management

Communication skills

Analytical thinking

Education

Bachelor's degree

Tools

Microsoft skills

SAP

Job description

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Estimated Wage Range $100,000 - $130,000/Annually

COMPANY OVERVIEW

Amrize is building North America. From bridges and railways to data centers, schools, offices and homes, our solutions are inside the buildings and infrastructure that connect people and advance how we live. And we invite you to come and build with us.

As the partner of choice for professional builders, we offer advanced branded solutions from foundation to rooftop. Wherever our customers are, whatever their job, we’re ready to deliver. Our 19,000 colleagues work across 1,000 sites supported by an unparalleled distribution network. Infrastructure, commercial and residential, new build, repair and refurbishment: We’re in every construction market.

Amrize listed on the New York Stock Exchange and the SIX Swiss Exchange on June 23, 2025, following our spinoff as an independent company. Join us and build your ambition.

We’re seeking a Senior Logistics Procurement Specialist who’s ready to put your skills to work on projects that matter — and build a career with a company that’s building North America.

Job Title: Senior Logistics Procurement Specialist | Req ID: 17404 | Location: Chicago Office IL

ABOUT THE ROLE

Under the leadership of the Director, Logistics Procurement, the Senior Procurement Logistics Specialist will support transportation procurement initiatives across the US Cement network. This role will serve as the primary resource for carrier development, strategic carrier sourcing, and transportation procurement activities while partnering closely with Cement Operations, Dispatch, Logistics, and business leadership. The successful candidate will lead transportation sourcing events, execute carrier RFQs, negotiate transportation agreements, support carrier onboarding, and identify opportunities to strengthen the carrier network. This role will play a key part in increasing market competition, improving transportation capacity, enhancing service performance, and delivering measurable transportation cost savings across the US Cement business.The ideal candidate is a highly analytical and results driven transportation procurement professional with strong negotiation, relationship management, and communication skills. This individual will support the execution of enterprise transportation procurement strategies while developing strategic carrier partnerships that align with operational objectives and drive continuous improvement.

WHAT YOU'LL ACCOMPLISH

• Expand and strengthen our carrier network by identifying, qualifying, and onboarding strategic carrierpartners that improve capacity and increase market competition.
• Deliver measurable transportation cost savings through strategic sourcing initiatives, carrier negotiations ,transportation RFQs, and network optimization.
• Establish strong partnerships with Operations, Dispatch, Logistics, and business leadership to proactivelyalign transportation solutions with operational and commercial priorities.
• Improve carrier performance, service reliability, and procurement execution through effective supplierrelationship management and performance measurement.
• Leverage freight analytics, market intelligence, and transportation data to identify opportunities thatimprove network efficiency and reduce total landed cost.
• Support the execution of enterprise transportation procurement initiatives while contributing to a culture ofsafety, collaboration, continuous improvement, and operational excellence.
• Lead carrier development and strategic carrier sourcing initiatives across the US Cement network to increase competition, strengthen capacity, and deliver measurable transportation cost savings.
• Execute transportation procurement activities, including RFQs, carrier sourcing events, benchmarking,and contract negotiations in alignment with enterprise logistics sourcing strategies.
• Identify, qualify, onboard, and develop new carrier partners while maintaining strong relationships withexisting strategic carriers to support network growth and operational excellence.
• Partner with Cement Operations, Dispatch, Logistics, Sales, and business leadership to understand transportation requirements and develop sourcing strategies that support operational and commercial objectives.
• Analyze freight spend, market trends, carrier performance, and network opportunities to identify cost savings, improve service levels, and drive continuous improvement initiatives.
• Negotiate transportation rates, fuel surcharge programs, service expectations, capacity commitments,and long term transportation agreements.
• Demonstrate a commitment to communicating, improving and adhering to health, safety and environmental policies in all work environments and areas. Promote a culture of safety and exhibit these
  behaviors.

WHAT WE’RE LOOKING FOR

Education: Bachelor's degree

Additional Education Preferred: Field of Study Preferred: Supply Chain, Logistics, Business, or related field and/or equivalent combination of procurement, logistics and industry experience.

Required Work Experience:5+ years of experience in transportation procurement, strategic sourcing, carrier management, logistics operations, or a related supply chain function.

Required Computer and Software Skills: Proficient in Microsoft skills; working knowledge in SAP.

Additional Requirements:

Successful candidates must adhere to all safety protocols and proper use of Amrize approved Personal Protection Equipment ("PPE"), including but not limited to respirators. Employees that are required to wear respirators must be clean shaven where the respirator seal meets the face in order to pass the qualitative and quantitative fit tests.

WHAT WE OFFER

• Retirement Savings: Choose from 401(k) pre-tax and/or Roth after-tax savings
• Employee Stock Purchase Plan
• Medical, Dental, Disability and Life Insurance
• Holistic Health & Well-being programs
• Health Savings Accounts (HSAs) & Flexible Spending Accounts (FSAs) for health and dependent care
• Vision and other Voluntary benefits and discounts
• Paid time off & paid holidays
• Paid Parental Leave (maternity & paternity)
• Educational Assistance Program
• Dress for your day

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Amrize is an equal opportunity employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees.

We thank all applicants for their interest; however, only those selected for an interview will be contacted.

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At Amrize, there is endless opportunity for you to play your part. Whether you’re in a technical, managerial, or frontline role, you can shape a career that works for you. We're seeking builders, creative thinkers and innovators. Come put your expertise to work while developing the knowledge and skills to drive your career forward. With us you’ll have the chance to build your ambition!

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