Project Procurement & Sales Specialist

CMC•St. George, LA

About The Position

The Project Procurement & Sales Specialist leads end-to-end procurement strategy for project-based sourcing, supporting projects from quotation through sourcing recommendations and delivery planning. The role evaluates vendor proposals, develops supplier relationships, negotiates terms, and works with Sales, Operations, and Estimating leadership to inform project execution and profitability. It also supports sourcing for national and mega-project initiatives, manages competing demands across active projects, identifies process improvements, and presents procurement analyses and recommendations to stakeholders. CMC describes the role as an opportunity to learn about the steel, construction reinforcement, and ground stabilization industries, with training and support intended to help employees grow in their careers.

Requirements

At least 3 years of experience in procurement, strategic sourcing, estimating, or project coordination within a construction or industrial environment.
Demonstrated ability to exercise independent judgment in evaluating vendors, negotiating terms, and making sourcing decisions.
Strong analytical, organizational, and problem-solving skills, including the ability to manage complex, competing priorities.
Proficiency in vendor coordination, quotation development, and cost analysis.
High school diploma or GED required.
Bachelor's degree in Supply Chain Management, Business Administration, Construction Management, or a related field, or an equivalent combination of education and progressive experience.

Nice To Haves

Experience supporting large-scale or mega construction projects with multi-vendor sourcing requirements.
Familiarity with RFQ management platforms and procurement systems.

Responsibilities

Lead end-to-end procurement strategy for project-based sourcing, including RFQs ranging from 5 to 100+ line items, ensuring alignment with project specifications, margin targets, and delivery timelines.
Evaluate vendor proposals, including pricing competitiveness, material availability, lead times, and overall value, and make sourcing recommendations that affect project profitability.
Develop and maintain strategic vendor relationships, negotiate favorable terms, and identify opportunities to improve cost efficiency and supply reliability.
Collaborate with Sales, Operations, and Estimating leadership to influence project execution strategy, advise on material sourcing feasibility, and provide procurement insights.
Drive sourcing strategy for national and mega-project initiatives, including early-stage construction opportunities; identify risks and develop mitigation plans.
Prioritize and manage competing procurement demands across multiple active projects, allocating resources and managing timelines.
Identify process improvements within procurement to enhance efficiency, accuracy, and scalability of sourcing operations.
Prepare and present procurement analyses and recommendations to internal stakeholders to support project- and leadership-level decisions.