Category Manager, CapEx

LOCATIONS: This role can sit out of AL, SC, or GA and will be a hybrid schedule position.

ABOUT THE ROLE

Step into a high-impact role where you'll shape procurement strategies for major capital projects in the mining and industrial sector. This position goes beyond transactional buying—you'll influence decisions that define how large-scale operations run for years to come. Working closely with engineering and operations teams, you'll ensure that every piece of equipment sourced supports efficiency, safety, and long-term growth.

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES

• Develop enterprise-level sourcing strategies for fixed industrial equipment used in mining and processing facilities, ensuring alignment with corporate objectives and operational priorities across multiple sites.
• Collaborate with engineering teams to translate technical requirements into actionable procurement plans, guaranteeing that equipment specifications meet performance standards and project timelines.
• Negotiate complex supplier agreements and long-term contracts, balancing cost optimization with reliability and quality to support multi-million-dollar capital projects.
• Drive standardization of equipment design and vendor practices across all locations, reducing variability, improving maintenance efficiency, and ensuring consistent operational performance.
• Build and maintain strategic partnerships with suppliers at both local and national levels, leveraging relationships to secure competitive pricing, favorable terms, and priority access to critical equipment.
• Proactively identify and mitigate procurement risks, including supply chain disruptions, price volatility, and delivery delays, using data-driven insights and contingency planning.
• Optimize logistics and delivery processes for large-scale equipment installations, ensuring timely arrival and seamless integration into project workflows.
• Monitor and manage procurement budgets for capital projects, delivering measurable cost savings while maintaining quality and compliance standards.
• Lead post-installation issue resolution, including warranty claims and performance troubleshooting, to protect project investments and maintain operational continuity.

QUALIFICATIONS

• Bachelor's degree in Supply Chain Management, Engineering, or Construction Management (advanced degree preferred).
• Proven experience in capital equipment procurement within mining, heavy industrial, or large-scale manufacturing environments.
• Exceptional communication and stakeholder management skills, with the ability to influence decisions at all levels of the organization.
• Demonstrated ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously in a fast-paced environment, with flexibility for up to 60% travel.
• Analytical and strategic mindset, capable of balancing short-term project needs with long-term business objectives.

Mid‑Senior level

Full‑time

Engineering, Purchasing, and Supply Chain

Coal Mining, Mining, and Nonmetallic Mineral Mining