Strategic Sourcing Manager

Vulcan Materials Company • Birmingham, AL

68d

About The Position

Vulcan Materials Company is the nation's largest producer of construction aggregates and a major producer of aggregates-based construction materials, including asphalt and ready-mixed concrete. When you join Vulcan, it's more than starting an exciting career - you get to make a difference for millions of people every day across the country. When you join Vulcan, you join a dynamic culture in which career development is encouraged, excellence is rewarded, and diversity is valued. No matter the role or the location across the country, every member of the Vulcan team lives through the Vulcan Way: doing the right thing, the right way, at the right time. The Strategic Sourcing Manager - Indirect is responsible for developing and implementing enterprise-wide sourcing strategies for a broad range of Indirect categories, with a strong focus on Information Technology (IT). This leadership role has day-to-day ownership for the strategic management of the Company's Indirect-related procurement initiatives, driving the highest value and overall lowest Total Cost of Ownership (TCO) through the development and utilization of the company's preferred suppliers. The role will oversee all assigned Indirect and IT initiatives, which include proactively identifying areas of opportunity, process improvement, and cost efficiencies. You will work with key stakeholders to develop policies, procedures, and objectives in accordance with organizational objectives and business needs.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree required; advanced degree desirable.
• Successful, 5 year track record within procurement. Minimum of 3 years of focused management of Indirect categories/programs.
• Extensive knowledge of Indirect categories (e.g., IT hardware and services, travel, professional services, staffing services, marketing services, etc.) is required. Experience sourcing technology solutions and project management skills is strongly preferred.
• Demonstrates a collaborative working style, with the ability to develop relationships with internal customers, while also driving continuous improvement with operating partners.
• Possess strong negotiation skills to achieve favorable terms in contracts and agreements.
• Strong communicator; understands and clearly communicates a larger sense of purpose and mission to the team.
• Ability to lead through collaboration and influence.
• Customer-oriented: open to and willing to act upon feedback.

Responsibilities

• Oversee all assigned Indirect category initiatives, proactively identifying and implementing areas of opportunity for process improvement and cost efficiencies
• Lead procurement team efforts, which include development, coordination, and continuous evaluation of suppliers and procurement commitments
• Work closely with key stakeholders to ensure the organization is taking a strategic approach to Indirect category management
• Leverage extensive category and supplier knowledge to drive lower TCO
• Utilize strong negotiation skills to achieve favorable terms in contracts and agreements
• Assure compliance with agreements and manage supply base performance in accordance with Vulcan Materials Company standards

Benefits

• Great Company Culture. Our people share a competitive drive for excellence in an environment of trust, teamwork, open-mindedness, and communication.
• Safe. The industry leader in health and safety standards. We are committed to creating a safe work environment and protecting all employees and customers.
• Meaningful Work. What sets us apart is the work we do impacts our daily lives - and every employee contributes. Our aggregates produced are used to build roads, schools, hospitals, airports, and housing throughout the United States.
• Health Benefits. Medical, Dental, and Vision programs, plus much more.
• Rest and Relaxation. Paid vacation, personal floating days, and paid holidays.
• Prepare for the Future. 401(k) with company match and contribution.
• Training and Development. We see our development programs and helping our employees meet their goals as a key part of our business.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Manager
• Industry: Mining (except Oil and Gas)
• Number of Employees: 5,001-10,000 employees