Strategic Procurement Manager – Cost Savings & SRM

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

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.