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Ash Grove family of companies, including Ash Grove Cement Company, Ash Grove South Texas, LLC, Sapphire Americas LLC, Oldcastle Cement Holdings, Houston Cement Company, and Suwanee American Cement Company, is one of North America's leading cement manufacturers with a legacy of innovation and excellence dating back to 1882. The company operates 12 world‑class cement plants and a network of 41 terminals across the United States and Canada.

• Family Culture – We treat our team like family
• Medical/Dental/Vision/Prescription
• Generous Paid Time Off
• 11 Paid Holidays per year
• 401(k) with 5% company match & profit sharing
• Opportunities for Internal Mobility
• Professional Development Opportunities
• Training Provided
• Tuition Reimbursement Program – We’ll assist with continuing education that aligns with your career goals
• Employee Assistance Program
• Company‑Paid Life Insurance
• Short‑ & Long‑Term Disability
• Company Discounts on products, goods, services, electronics, automotive, travel & more!
• Opportunities for Community Engagement
• Potential Relocation Packages
• Highly competitive base pay
• Comprehensive medical, dental and disability benefits programs
• Group retirement savings program
• Health and wellness programs
• An inclusive culture that values opportunity for growth, development, and internal promotion

The Procurement Manager identifies and enables opportunities for cost reductions, cost avoidance, and service improvements at the plant. This position builds strong and effective relationships with internal customers, the local/regional category team, and external suppliers to create the framework for the implementation of procurement initiatives and processes at the plant.

• Promote and follow all plant safety guidelines.
• Identify and enable opportunities for cost reductions, cost avoidance, and service improvements at the local level.
• Source third‑party services and direct materials.
• Negotiate with vendors to achieve cost‑effective purchasing transactions while maximizing quality, customer service, and desired delivery times.
• Provide monthly reporting on savings, benefits, key initiatives, and projects.
• Work closely with operations and suppliers to procure at the lowest total cost of ownership.
• Manage the delivery of items to minimize the risk to the operation.
• Manage ongoing supplier relationships and develop criteria and processes to monitor supplier compliance at the local level.
• Support internal customer projects for sourcing and purchasing needs.
• Explore and understand customers' requirements to ensure a high level of responsive service.
• Attend regular operational meetings (daily/weekly) and provide updates and feedback on important issues.
• Manage supplier performance (delivery, quality, first‑pass invoice).
• Additional duties as assigned by supervisor.

• Minimum 4‑year bachelor’s degree in engineering, purchasing, accounting, business, or a related field.
• Preferred CPM (Certified Purchasing Manager) or a suitable Supply Chain certification.
• Minimum 3 years of experience in sourcing/procurement, preferably in an operational environment.
• Proficient in written, verbal English communication and listening skills.
• Ability to effectively negotiate.
• Knowledge of MS Office and ERP.
• Knowledge of procurement including tendering, data analysis, negotiation, and contracting.
• Skills in cost analysis and management.
• Strong strategic and problem‑solving/analytical skills.
• Knowledge of business operations and financial principles.
• Knowledge of Supplier Relationship Management (SRM) practices and principles.
• Ability to be focused on achieving results.
• Ability to coordinate and develop innovative strategies and recommendations for initiating and establishing goals.
• Ability to build and maintain strong relationships with internal and external stakeholders to support organizational goals.
• Ability to make decisions and solve problems with high attention to detail and accuracy.
• Knowledge of stakeholder management strategies.
• Leadership skills to develop a team, motivate, and performance manage across diverse work groups.

We provide stability and advancement opportunities across North America. Use our tuition reimbursement program to help you meet your career goals.

The above duties and responsibilities are representative of the nature and level of work assigned and are not necessarily all‑inclusive. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform essential functions.

CRH is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, status as a protected veteran or any other characteristic protected under applicable federal, state, or local law.

EOE/Vet/Disability