Procurement Manager

Job ID: 513837

Ash Grove family of companies is one of North America’s leading cement manufacturers, with a legacy of innovation and excellence dating back to 1882. The company operates 12 world-class cement plants and a vast network of 41 terminals across the United States and Canada. Renowned for its forward-thinking approach, Ash Grove combines technical expertise, robust safety standards, and empowered talent to deliver high performance and better serve our customers. At Ash Grove, we stand together to reinvent the way our world is built.

To learn more about us go to www.ashgrove.com 

 

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

 

• Health Insurance 

• Dental Insurance  

• Vision Insurance 

• 401k with company match and profit-sharing  

• Paid Time Off, Paid Holidays, Paid Sick Time

• 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 improvementsat 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.
• Manages supplier performance (delivery, quality, first pass invoice)
• Perform other duties and special projects as required.

 

To succeed in this position, you will need:

 

• Minimum 4 Year / Bachelors Degree Engineering, Purchasing, Businesss, or a related field.
• Preferred Other CPM (Certified Purchasing Manager) or a suitable Supply Chain certification is a plus.
  
• Minimum 3 years 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 focus