Director Procurement Operations

Line of Business: Service & Support Pay Range: $167,970.00 – $223,966.65 About Us Heidelberg Materials is one of the world's largest suppliers of building materials. Heidelberg Materials North America operates over 450 locations across the U.S. and Canada with approximately 9,000 employees. What You'll Be Doing Lead the centralization of procurement and industry operations across 11 cement and 3 slag plants, to ensure standardization and efficiency Drive inventory optimization for digital procurement, replenishment strategies, and improved storage and accuracy Oversee SAP Source to Pay (S2P) processes, including contract development, scheduling agreements, and master data optimization Develop and implement stock strategies for critical parts MRP, including systems-driven cycle counts and vendor sourcing Collaborate with Group Category Leads to consolidate plant requirements and align sourcing strategies. Manage a regional team of 8-10 indirect reports, fostering leadership, compliance, and professional development Monitor supplier performance, negotiate contracts, and ensure policy compliance across procurement activities What Are We Looking For Bachelor’s degree in supply chain, business, engineering, or a related field Minimum of 10 years of progressive experience in procurement, supply chain, or operations leadership, preferably in heavy industry or manufacturing Proven ability to lead large scale procurement operations across multiple sites Extensive experience with SAP and procurement platforms such as Ariba Strong strategic thinking, problem-solving, and decision-making skills Excellent communication and negotiation skills with the ability to collaborate across functions and build trust with stakeholders at all levels Work Environment This role operates in a dynamic, fast-paced environment with cross-functional collaboration across procurement, operations, and finance teams. Occasional travel may be required to support regional initiatives and supplier engagements. What We Offer Competitive base salary and participation in our annual incentive plan 401(k) retirement savings plan with an automatic company contribution as well as matching contributions Highly competitive benefits programs, including: Medical, Dental, and Vision along with Prescription Drug Benefits Health Saving Savings Account (HSA), Health Reimbursement Account (HRA) and Flexible Spending Account (FSA) AD&D, Short- and Long-Term Disability Coverage as well as Basic Life Insurance Paid Bonding Leave, 15 days of Paid Vacation, 40 hours of Paid Sick Leave and 10 Paid Holidays Equal Opportunity Employer - Minority / Female / Veteran / Disabled Shaping the future, building successes Heidelberg Materials – your springboard into the future of the construction materials industry. As a globally leading company in the construction sector, we manufacture one of the most widely used products, paving the way not only toward more sustainable production but also toward your personal success story. Our bold and innovative approach focuses on massive CO₂ reduction, efficient recycling technologies, and digital solutions – setting new standards for the industry. In our globally connected and locally rooted community, your ideas have the power to shape a better tomorrow for people. With us, you’re not just shaping the industry’s future; you’re shaping your own. Let’s get to work! Heidelberg Materials is one of the world's largest integrated manufacturers of building materials and solutions with leading market positions in cement, aggregates, and ready-mixed concrete. We are represented in more than 50 countries with around 51,000 employees at almost 3,000 locations. At the centre of our actions lies the responsibility for the environment. As the front runner on the path to carbon neutrality and circular economy in the building materials industry, we are working on sustainable building materials and solutions for the future. We enable new opportunities for our customers through digitalisation.

Salary : $167,970 - $223,967