What are the responsibilities and job description for the Procurement Manager position at Southern Transport, LLC?
Procurement Manager – Kilgore, TX
Southern Transport, LLC is a leading provider of heavy-haul, lifting, and logistics services across the nation. Since our founding in 2006, we’ve built a reputation for reliability, innovation, and operational excellence. We’re expanding our team and seeking a skilled Procurement Manager to lead strategic sourcing and purchasing efforts that support our continued growth.
Key Responsibilities:
- Develop and Implement Procurement Strategies: Design and execute purchasing strategies that align with company goals and improve cost efficiency, supplier performance, and operational reliability.
- Supplier Management: Identify, evaluate, and negotiate with suppliers to secure the most favorable pricing, terms, and quality standards.
- Cross-Department Collaboration: Partner with internal stakeholders across operations, maintenance, safety, and finance to forecast needs and ensure timely procurement of materials and services.
- Market Research & Cost Analysis: Stay informed on industry trends, pricing fluctuations, and emerging vendors to optimize sourcing decisions.
- Process Improvement & Leadership: Support the development of procurement policies, procedures, and documentation to standardize purchasing practices company-wide.
Qualifications:
- Education: Bachelor’s degree in Supply Chain Management, Logistics, Business Administration, or a related field.
- MBA or professional certifications (CPM, CPSM, or equivalent) is a plus.
- Experience: Minimum 5 years of progressive procurement or purchasing experience, ideally in transportation, logistics, or industrial sectors.
- Experience in construction procurement is preferred.
- Experience establishing or refining a procurement program is a plus.
Skills:
- Strong negotiation and vendor management capabilities.
- Excellent analytical, organizational, and communication skills.
- Proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite (Excel, Word, Outlook); QuickBase or similar platforms preferred.
Work Environment:
- Primarily office-based role at our Kilgore, TX headquarters.
- Hybrid/remote flexibility available after successfully established.
- Occasional travel to district locations, supplier facilities, and industry events.
Compensation & Benefits:
Salary:
- $75,000 – $105,000 (DOE)
Benefits:
- 401(k)
- 401(k) 6% Match
- Dental insurance
- Health insurance
- Paid time off
- Vision insurance
Join a company where strategic thinking, collaboration, and operational excellence drive success.
Apply today to help shape the future of procurement at Southern Transport, LLC.
Job Type: Full-time
Ability to Commute:
- Gladewater, TX 75647 (Required)
Ability to Relocate:
- Gladewater, TX 75647: Relocate before starting work (Preferred)
Work Location: Hybrid remote in Gladewater, TX 75647
Salary : $75,000 - $105,000