Heidelberg Materials UK · 4 months ago
Director Procurement Operations
Irving, TX
Full-time
Onsite
Director/Executive
$168K/yr - $224K/yr
10+ years expHeidelberg Materials is one of the world's largest suppliers of building materials, and they are seeking a Director of Procurement Operations. This role involves leading the centralization of procurement and industry operations across multiple plants, driving inventory optimization, and managing a regional team to ensure compliance and efficiency in procurement activities.
Building MaterialConstructionWholesale
Responsibilities
Lead the centralization of procurement and industry operations across 11 cement and 3 slag plants, to ensure standardization and efficiency
Drive inventory optimization for digital procurement, replenishment strategies, and improved storage and accuracy
Oversee SAP Source to Pay (S2P) processes, including contract development, scheduling agreements, and master data optimization
Develop and implement stock strategies for critical parts MRP, including systems-driven cycle counts and vendor sourcing
Collaborate with Group Category Leads to consolidate plant requirements and align sourcing strategies
Manage a regional team of 8-10 indirect reports, fostering leadership, compliance, and professional development
Monitor supplier performance, negotiate contracts, and ensure policy compliance across procurement activities
Qualification
Required
Bachelor's degree in supply chain, business, engineering, or a related field
Minimum of 10 years of progressive experience in procurement, supply chain, or operations leadership, preferably in heavy industry or manufacturing
Proven ability to lead large scale procurement operations across multiple sites
Extensive experience with SAP and procurement platforms such as Ariba
Strong strategic thinking, problem-solving, and decision-making skills
Excellent communication and negotiation skills with the ability to collaborate across functions and build trust with stakeholders at all levels
Benefits
401(k) retirement savings plan with an automatic company contribution as well as matching contributions
Medical, Dental, and Vision along with Prescription Drug Benefits
Health Saving Savings Account (HSA), Health Reimbursement Account (HRA) and Flexible Spending Account (FSA)
AD&D, Short- and Long-Term Disability Coverage as well as Basic Life Insurance
Paid Bonding Leave, 15 days of Paid Vacation, 40 hours of Paid Sick Leave and 10 Paid Holidays
Company
Heidelberg Materials UK
Heidelberg Materials UK is a building materials supplier that produces aggregates, ready-mixed concrete, asphalt, and cement products.
Founded in 1964Maidenhead, Windsor and Maidenhead, GBR
1001-5000 employees
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