Baker Equipment and Materials · 12 hours ago
Supply Chain Strategic Sourcing Manager
Houston, TX
Full-time
Onsite
Senior Level
6+ years expBaker Equipment and Materials is a company committed to professional growth and opportunity. The Supply Chain Strategic Sourcing Manager is responsible for developing and managing sourcing strategies to ensure cost-effective procurement for concrete construction projects, while partnering with various teams to ensure supply chain readiness.
Machinery Manufacturing
Hiring Manager
Angie Smith
Responsibilities
Develops and implements sourcing strategies for critical categories including Consumables, Merchandise, safety gear, ready mix concrete, rebar, formwork systems, aggregates, lumber, embedded hardware, fleet/equipment rentals, pumping services, and consumables
Conducts regional market analysis to understand pricing, capacity constraints, lead times, and competition among suppliers
Evaluates supplier capabilities based on production capacity, plant proximity, delivery reliability, mix design performance, safety practices, and QC history
Leads competitive bidding and negotiation for major project buyouts
Creates and maintains cost models for high volume materials (e.g., concrete, reinforcing steel)
Consults on strategic initiatives and metrics, and measure performance against those initiatives with the Director of Procurement
Keeps detailed records, generates reports, and develops presentations to help management understand the strategic sourcing perspective
Develops strong partnerships with suppliers in focus which may include ready mix producers, rebar fabricators, formwork vendors, rental companies, specialty concrete suppliers, Consumables, Merchandise, and safety gear
Establishes long-term agreements to achieve consistent pricing and supply stability across markets
Assist with managing any necessary performance metrics including on time delivery, mix consistency, testing performance, and jobsite responsiveness
Resolves critical supplier constraints, production delays, change orders, or delivery issues impacting field operations
Identifies key macro level risks such as cement shortages, rebar lead time spikes, trucking capacity issues, aggregate supply volatility, or regional labor strikes
Develops critical contingency plans for concrete pours and critical-path material deliveries
Monitors commodity indexes related to steel, cement, and lumber to anticipate cost fluctuations
Ensures every customer concern is addressed in a timely manner with a focus on customer satisfaction
Approaches customer service with a long-term perspective that balances the needs of the customer and the company
Pro-actively assists the customer in preplanning efforts to help identify equipment and materials needs
Trains project teams on sourcing best practices, contract compliance, and cost saving opportunities
Evaluates and streamline procurement processes to reduce cycle times and improve transparency
Implements technology tools (ERP, procurement platforms, supplier scorecards) to enhance data visibility
Establishes tone and sets example for Safety Always attitude by ensuring that safety rules are followed
Accountable for creating and maintaining an IIF culture within the Branch for all co-workers and suppliers
Makes sure that Safety Task Analysis and Toolbox Talks are conducted
Qualification
Required
Bachelor's degree in Supply Chain Management, Construction Management, Engineering, Business, or a related field, with a minimum of six (6) years of experience in strategic sourcing, procurement, category management, or construction supply chain; or an equivalent combination of education and experience
Demonstrated experience negotiating large, complex contracts
Experience sourcing construction materials, equipment, or specialty subcontractors (e.g., concrete, steel, formwork), Ready mix concrete is preferred
Excellent communication and stakeholder‑management skills
Proficiency in Microsoft software programs such as Word, Excel, and PowerPoint
Proficiency with cost analysis tools, understanding of procurement software, ERP systems
Strong written and verbal communication skills, including report writing, business correspondence, procedures, and presentations to managers, clients, and customers at all levels
Proven ability to collaborate across departments and backgrounds (field, office, suppliers) to identify issues and deliver practical solutions
Ability to drive and execute successful supplier negotiations in both team and individual settings
Ability to understand, customize and modify spreadsheets
Ability to work with mathematical concepts such as cost benefit analysis, Strong cost modeling and market forecasting abilities
Ability to apply concepts such as fractions, percentages, ratios, and proportions to practical situations
Ability to understand Cost Accounting / Financial Performance
Ability to manage one or more departments
Ability to understand the correlation between individual department success to branch success and overall organizational success
Ability to understand equipment specifications, formwork drawings, and various scopes of work pertinent to the department
Ability to be proactive and apply creative thinking to maximize our return on investment at all times
Ability to create and adapt 'out-of-the-box' solutions to resolve specific problems
Strong analytical skills with the ability to interpret cost models, market data, and supplier performance metric
Preferred
Advanced degree and/or professional certifications (CPSM, PMP, CIPS, or similar) preferred
Experience with Rebar fabrication, Formwork systems, Concrete accessories, Fleet/equipment rentals is preferred
Benefits
Excellent pay and benefits package
Extensive training
Company
Baker Equipment and Materials
Monroe, Ohio
11-50 employeesFunding
Current Stage
Early StageCompany data provided by crunchbase