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Vulcan Materials Company · 22 hours ago

Strategic Sourcing Manager

Birmingham, AL

Full-time

Onsite

Senior Level

5+ years exp

Vulcan Materials Company is the nation’s largest producer of construction aggregates and a major producer of aggregates-based construction materials. The Strategic Sourcing Manager – Indirect is responsible for developing and implementing sourcing strategies for Indirect categories, focusing on IT, and driving cost efficiencies through supplier management and procurement initiatives.

ChemicalConstructionManufacturingMineralMining TechnologyProperty DevelopmentReal EstateRenewable Energy

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Responsibilities

Oversee all assigned Indirect category initiatives, proactively identifying and implementing areas of opportunity for process improvement and cost efficiencies

Lead procurement team efforts, which include development, coordination, and continuous evaluation of suppliers and procurement commitments

Work closely with key stakeholders to ensure the organization is taking a strategic approach to Indirect category management

Leverage extensive category and supplier knowledge to drive lower TCO

Utilize strong negotiation skills to achieve favorable terms in contracts and agreements

Assure compliance with agreements and manage supply base performance in accordance with Vulcan Materials Company standards

Qualification

Procurement managementIndirect category expertiseNegotiation skillsSupplier evaluationProject managementCustomer-orientedCollaborationCommunication

Required

Bachelor's degree required; advanced degree desirable

Successful, 5+ year track record within procurement

Minimum of 3+ years of focused management of Indirect categories/programs

Extensive knowledge of Indirect categories (e.g., IT hardware and services, travel, professional services, staffing services, marketing services, etc.) is required

Demonstrates a collaborative working style, with the ability to develop relationships with internal customers, while also driving continuous improvement with operating partners

Possess strong negotiation skills to achieve favorable terms in contracts and agreements

Strong communicator; understands and clearly communicates a larger sense of purpose and mission to the team

Ability to lead through collaboration and influence

Customer-oriented: open to and willing to act upon feedback

Preferred

Experience sourcing technology solutions and project management skills is strongly preferred

Benefits

Health Benefits. Medical, Dental, and Vision programs, plus much more.

Rest and Relaxation. Paid vacation, personal floating days, and paid holidays.

Prepare for the Future. 401(k) with company match and contribution.

Training and Development. We see our development programs and helping our employees meet their goals as a key part of our business.

Company

Vulcan Materials Company

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Vulcan Materials Company is a producer of construction aggregates, primarily crushed stone, sand and gravel.

Founded in 1909

Birmingham, Alabama, USA

5001-10000 employees

https://www.vulcanmaterials.com/

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