Senior Manager, Capital Procurement

Compass Minerals Careers•Ogden, UT

1d•Remote

About The Position

Senior Manager, Capital Procurement Join the Team at Compass Minerals Compass Minerals is a leading global provider of essential minerals that help solve nature’s challenges for customers and communities. From keeping roadways safe during winter weather to supporting agriculture and crop growth, our products play an important role in everyday life. With more than 1,800 employees across the U.S., Canada, and the U.K., we are committed to safety, innovation, and operational excellence. We are seeking a Capital Procurement Senior Manager to join our team in Utah (Remote) . This role is responsible for leading strategic sourcing, contract management, and procurement governance for capital projects across North American operations. The ideal candidate will partner with Engineering, Operations, Finance, and project stakeholders to drive commercial value, manage supplier relationships, and support successful execution of capital projects.

Requirements

Bachelor's degree in Supply Chain, Engineering, Business, or related field, or equivalent experience
Minimum 15 years of procurement experience, including 10+ years supporting capital projects
Experience managing procurement for capital projects ranging from $5M to $100M+
Experience with ERP and procurement systems such as JD Edwards, Coupa, or similar platforms
Ability to travel up to 10%

Nice To Haves

Professional certifications such as CPSP, CIPS, PMP, or equivalent
MBA, Master's degree, or other advanced degree
Experience supporting mining, manufacturing, or other industrial operations

Responsibilities

Lead procurement activities for capital projects from sourcing strategy through contract award and execution
Develop and implement capital procurement strategies aligned with business objectives and project portfolios
Drive cost savings, cost avoidance, and total cost of ownership improvements across capital spend
Deliver measurable value while supporting project scope, schedule, quality, and budget objectives
Lead contract negotiations, change management, claims resolution, and supplier performance management
Establish and maintain procurement governance, compliance, and risk management practices
Build and manage strategic supplier relationships to support long-term capital planning
Oversee procurement activities performed by site teams, contractors, and EPC/EPCM partners
Identify and mitigate commercial, supply chain, logistics, and schedule risks
Track and report procurement performance metrics, savings, compliance, and supplier effectiveness
Serve as the subject matter expert for capital procurement across the organization