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Zekelman Industries

Director of Strategic Sourcing

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Zekelman Industries
Leading manufacturer of steel pipe and tubular products, serving diverse industries.
Lead strategic sourcing efforts for construction materials, MRO supplies, and capital equipment, and manage national preferred supplier network to support operational growth.
15d ago
Expert & Leadership (13+ years)
Full Time
Chandler, AZ
Office Full-Time
Company Size
5,000 Employees
Service Specialisms
Steel Manufacturing
Structural Steel
Pipe Manufacturing
Welding
Fabrication
Sector Specialisms
Construction
Manufacturing
Structural Steel
Pipe Manufacturing
Modular Building Solutions
Electrical Conduit
Fire Sprinkler Pipe
Galvanized Mechanical Tubing
Role
What you would be doing
sourcing strategies
vendor management
provider network
spend analytics
contract negotiation
culture building
  • Develops and executes sourcing strategies for key categories, including construction materials, MRO supplies, and capital equipment.
  • Drives a culture of accountability, continuous improvement, and cost awareness across the procurement function.
  • Oversees supplier data integrity, spend analytics, and category performance dashboards.
  • Establishes and manages a national preferred supplier network to support operational growth.
  • Leads vendor evaluation, onboarding, and performance management processes.
  • Ensures contracts are compliant, enforceable, and aligned with legal and corporate policies.
  • Negotiates and manages national-level supplier, subcontractor, and service provider contracts.
  • Identifies cost-saving opportunities through volume leverage, alternate sourcing, and process improvements.
  • Implements standardized procurement processes across all plants and project sites.
  • Partners with cross-functional stakeholders to align sourcing activities with production and financial objectives.
What you bring
contract negotiation
communication
erp systems
10+ years experience
degree
supplier dynamics
  • Proven track record of negotiating high-value, multi-location contracts.
  • Exceptional communication, analytical, and relationship management skills.
  • Ability to travel nationally up to 20–30%.
  • Strong understanding of cost drivers, logistics, and supplier market dynamics.
  • 10+ years of progressive experience in strategic sourcing, procurement, or supply chain, preferably in manufacturing or modular construction.
  • Bachelor’s degree in Supply Chain, Business, Engineering, or related field (MBA or CPM/CPSM certification preferred).
  • Proficient in ERP/procurement systems (e.g., Dynamics 365, Yardi, Coupa).
Benefits
  • Tuition Assistance Program
  • 401(k) with Company Match
  • Paid Vacation & Holidays
  • Bonus Plan & Profit-Sharing Opportunities
  • Comprehensive Health, Dental & Vision Insurance
  • Employee Loyalty Awards
  • Competitive Compensation
Training + Development
Information not given or found
Company
Overview
  • resource-newmanufacturer-leading
  • resource-experience-diverse-industries
  • resource-manufacturing-facilities
  • resource-innovation-global-markets
  • resource-quality-reliability
  • resource-advanced-technology
  • resource-future-manufacturing
Culture + Values
90 Days
Career Development Timeline
Employees transition from a red hat to a green hat status within their first 90 days, signifying growth and readiness for advanced responsibilities.
  • Integrity
  • Never Stand Still
  • People First
  • Great Isn’t Easy
  • No Short Cuts
  • Value Over Cost
  • A team-driven environment where people work together like a family
  • Open-door policy and open and honest communication with leadership
  • Support for individual growth and career development
  • Involvement in team committees and direct feedback loops with senior leaders
  • Incentive bonuses tied to performance
  • Receptive to new ideas, exchanging different points of view
Environment + Sustainability
$200+ million
Investment in Sustainable Facilities
Invested over $200 million in modernizing manufacturing facilities with a focus on automation, hot-dip galvanization, and environmental friendliness.
11.3 million metric tons
CO₂ Emissions Reduction Potential
U.S. domestic steel production could reduce CO₂ emissions by approximately 11.3 million metric tons annually by replacing steel imports.
13%
Emissions Reduction Share
This reduction represents 13% of the U.S. steel industry's total emissions.
  • Claim facilities are among the cleanest steel manufacturers with the lowest CO₂ emissions in the world
  • Domestic manufacturing reduces reliance on overseas shipping, avoiding increased pollution from long-distance transport
  • Continuous investments focused on producing more sustainably via facility modernization, automated warehouses, loading cranes, and expanded galvanization
Inclusion & Diversity
72% Employee Approval
Employee Approval of CEO
72% of employees approve of the company's CEO, reflecting a positive sentiment among the workforce.
Gender Distribution
Employee Ratings by Gender
Women gave an average rating of 3.0 stars, while men gave an average rating of 2.3 stars on Glassdoor reviews.
3.4 Stars Diversity Rating
Diversity & Inclusion Rating
The company received a 3.4-star rating for Diversity & Inclusion on Glassdoor, reflecting employee sentiment on this topic.
  • No specific internal DEI strategic goals disclosed publicly
  • No reported gender-based hiring or promotion targets
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