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Procurement Manager

Requisition ID:  13820
Location: 

Middleton, MA, US, 01949

Pay Type:  Salary
$110,000-$135,000
Travel Requirement: <10%

COMPANY OVERVIEW  
Holcim is planning to spin-off its North American Business to unleash its full potential, capitalizing on North America’s oversized growth in construction led by the modernization of infrastructure, a surge in advanced manufacturing and AI operation and the growth of resilient cities.

Holcim plans to list the new company on the NYSE by the end of the first half of 2025 and establish its operations headquarters in the US to be fully dedicated to serving the North American market and pursue a growth strategy across the region.

The newly listed company will become North America’s leading building solutions company, with industry-leading market position to meet its customers' greatest ambitions with the most advanced building solutions from foundation to rooftop.
Description: 

ABOUT THE ROLE
The Procurement Manager will implement procurement strategies in close cooperation with Category Managers on a Multi-local level. Manage the operational and tactical procurement of goods and services. Lead Strategic Sourcing activities for designated sites by competitive bidding process and contract negotiations. Will leverage area vendor base to lower TCO, identifying aggregated spend benefit opportunities across the region. Coordinates work within designated geographic area to select and pre-qualify contractor services in compliance with company standards. Drives the realization of savings, supply efficiency, quality, and process improvements in region in line with Zone and Global strategies.

 

This position will cover two ACM Regions--Great Lakes and the Northeast.

 

WHAT YOU'LL ACCOMPLISH

  • The total managed spend for this role is $100M+ in scope.
  • Manage the operational and tactical Procurement of goods and services categories in accordance with Holcim category strategy, as well as applicable policies, procedures and specifications.
  • Influences and drives change with peer group (Plant Managers, Regional General Managers, Operations Leads) for the assigned geography. Act as the point of contact between country Category Management and Operations.
  • Drive the realization of savings, supply efficiency, quality, and process improvements in Country, in line with regional and global strategies. Identify saving opportunities and initiate individual projects and initiatives at all operational levels.
  • Negotiate in close coordination with Category Management for local volumes, processes, quality levels and prices.
  • Negotiates regional area purchasing contracts. Manage and develop Buyers/Warehouse Managers where required. Identify regional savings opportunities. Ensure global local policies and procedures are conveyed to end users in the Procurement of goods and services.
  • Ensures Procurement Compliance and Best Practices (Procurement Policies and Procedures – Buy Ways) acting as Procurement Lead for Regional Training requirements.
  • Initiate and support the RFx process locally as defined by category strategy. Align internal decision makers through focused communication.
  • Approve local purchase orders for supplies, equipment and services within authorized signature limits. Assure compliance with applicable laws, ethical standards, policies and codes of business conduct.  Ensure that own country executes category strategy as required and agreed. Where compliance is an issue, find and eliminate root causes.
  • Measure performance through KPI’s according to existing templates. Ensure locally generated savings are reported as required, and according to category guidelines. Track achieved results and ability to present them at Operational and Executive level.
  • 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.

 

Relationships:
Influences and drives change with peer group (Plant Managers, Regional General Managers, Operations Leads) for the assigned geography. Act as the point of contact between Country Category Management and Operations.  The Procurement Manager will interface with the Regional SVP as well.

 

WHAT WE’RE LOOKING FOR
Education: Bachelor's degree or years of equivalent experience.
Additional Education Preferred: Master's degree
Required Work Experience: 5-7 years.  Minimum 5 years in procurement role (category management, sourcing, operations) with exposure to supply chain management, strategic sourcing and optimal procurement processes and standards.
Travel Requirements: 15 %- 25%

 

WHAT WE OFFER  

  • Competitive salary
  • Retirement Savings: Choose from 401(k) pre-tax and/or Roth after-tax savings 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
 

YOUR HOLCIM EXPERIENCE
At Holcim, 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. With us you’ll have the chance to embrace the passion we share for our planet. You’ll be encouraged to seek out diverse perspectives, share your ideas and build the skills and connections you need to perform at your best. Because it’s only when we work together in a culture where everyone thrives, that we can build the world we all want to live in.

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In compliance with the ADA Amendments Act (ADAAA), if you have a disability and would like to request accommodation in order to apply for a position with us, please call (773) 355-4557 or email recruiting-accommodations@holcim.com. This email address and phone number should only be used for accommodations and not general inquiries or resume submittals.

Driven by our purpose to build sustainable solutions for people and our planet, Holcim US encourages interested candidates who meet many, even if not all of the job requirements to apply for a position. We provide a safe working environment for all and strive for diversity in our teams and inclusivity in our work.

We take pride in our hiring processes and our commitment that all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to age, race, color, ethnicity, religion, creed, national origin, ancestry, gender, gender identity, gender expression, sex, sexual orientation, marital status, pregnancy, parental status, genetic information, citizenship, physical or mental disability, past, current, or prospective service in the uniformed services, or any other characteristic protected by applicable federal, state or local law. Our goal is to drive excellence and to ensure we create an environment where every individual has the opportunity to succeed. Holcim (US) Inc., Holcim - ACM Management, Inc., and their affiliates and subsidiaries are an Equal Opportunity Employer, deciding all employment on the basis of qualification, merit and business need.

While we sincerely appreciate all applications, only candidates selected for an interview will be contacted.


Nearest Major Market: Boston

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