Regional Procurement Director
Ash Grove Cement Company
Leads regional procurement, manages team, drives cost savings and supplier relations.
14 days ago ago
Expert & Leadership (13+ years)
Full Time
Salt Lake City, UT
Onsite
Company Size
2,200 Employees
Service Specialisms
Cement Manufacturing
Logistics
Construction Materials
Supply Chain Management
Quality Control
Environmental Sustainability
Sector Specialisms
Construction Materials
Road Contracting
Building Products
Highways
Bridges
Commercial Complexes
Industrial Complexes
Homes
Role
What you would be doing
cost savings
supplier management
category strategy
sourcing strategy
kpis dashboard
team management
- Identifies and enables opportunities for cost reductions, cost avoidance and service improvements.
- Identifies and interprets results, trends, business and market environment and drive procurement performance.
- Owns the supplier relationships and take actions to deliver value through growth
- Provides guidelines and directions to the local team to execute procurement tactics to achieve these benefits.
- Drives annual budgeted cost savings, margin improvements, and other procurement benefits, using best-in-class procurement techniques
- Drives the execution of the defined category strategy on a local/regional level. Work closely with the Local Category Manager and Divisional Procurement team
- Connects procurement and portfolio strategies to the business strategy
- Promote and follow all plant safety guidelines.
- Delivers the procurement category strategy and plans across all channels supported by sourcing strategy, supplier negotiation, selection and evaluation
- Provides monthly reporting on savings, benefits, key initiatives and projects through the development of an effective Procurement Management dashboard (KPIs)
- Manages the Operational Procurement team.
What you bring
procurement
supplier management
contract management
cost analysis
people management
bachelor's
- Minimum 10 years of experience in Procurement experience. Experience in Supplier Relationship Management, Contract Management, Cost analysis and management, Financial and business understanding, Negotiation skills, Networking skills
- Minimum 5 years in people management experience
- Ability to read, write, and understand warning labels, instructions, signs, etc.
- Willing to cooperate in international projects
- Minimum 4 Year/ Bachelor's Degree in engineering, purchasing, business or related field
- **Vision Insurance**
- **Tuition Reimbursement**
- **Life Insurance**
- **Employee Assistance Program**
- Highly competitive base pay
- **Health Insurance**
- Up to 50% domestic travel.
- Health and wellness programs
- Comprehensive medical, dental and disability benefits programs
- **Dental Insurance**
- **Growth Opportunities and more!**
- **Disability Pay**
- Group retirement savings program
- **Paid Time Off, Paid Holidays**
- **Retirement Plan**
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Company
Overview
1882
Year Founded
The company was established in 1882 in Missouri.
12 Plants
Cement Plants Operated
Operates 12 cement plants across the U.S. and Canada.
30%
Emission Reduction
Building a new low-carbon cement mill aimed at reducing emissions by 30%.
41 Terminals
Logistics Network
A logistics network including 41 terminals ensures efficient cement delivery.
- As part of global building‑materials giant CRH, it ranks among North America’s largest cement producers.
- Typical projects include bridges, highways, commercial complexes, residential developments and industrial facilities.
- Unique offerings span low‑carbon cements, lime products, ready‑mix concrete, and soil stabilizers.
- Despite deep historical roots, the company continues to innovate in cement types and regional infrastructure support.
- We value safety as our highest priority.
- We are committed to providing superior products and services.
- We encourage teamwork and collaboration across all levels.
- We embrace innovation and continuous improvement.
- We operate with integrity and respect for all stakeholders.
- We are focused on sustainable growth and development.
By 2050
Net-Zero Emissions Goal
Aiming to reach net-zero carbon emissions through comprehensive sustainability initiatives.
- Focused on reducing CO2 emissions with specific carbon intensity targets.
- Improving energy efficiency across operations and processes.
- Exploring alternative fuel usage and raw material substitution to minimize environmental impact.
- Advancing the circular economy by utilizing industrial by-products and waste materials in production.
- Committed to fostering an inclusive culture where all employees feel respected and valued.
- Implemented programs aimed at improving gender balance in leadership roles.
- Works to increase the representation of women and minority groups within the workforce.
- Provides training and development programs to support career advancement for underrepresented groups.
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