Procurement Manager
Concrete Strategies • Saint Louis, Missouri • Full Time
Posted on Tue, Apr 28, 2026
POSITION TITLE: Procurement Manager
Departments: Procurement Department Reports to: Director of Procurement
Direct Reports: Supply Chain Specialist
Summary Description:
The Procurement Manager is responsible for leading sourcing, purchasing, and vendor relationship strategies for concrete, rebar, and related construction materials. This role partners closely with preconstruction, operations, and field teams to ensure cost-effective, timely, and high-quality material procurement. The position requires strong industry knowledge, supplier negotiation expertise, and the ability to build and maintain strategic vendor relationships that support project success.
Key Responsibilities
- Develop and execute procurement strategies for concrete, rebar, and related materials across multiple projects
- Build and maintain strong relationships with suppliers, subcontractors, and vendors to ensure competitive pricing and reliable delivery
- Collaborate with preconstruction and estimating teams to provide accurate material pricing and market insights
- Negotiate pricing, contracts, and supply agreements to optimize cost, quality, and schedule performance
- Monitor market trends, material availability, and pricing fluctuations to proactively mitigate risk
- Coordinate with project teams to align procurement schedules with construction timelines
- Evaluate vendor performance and implement continuous improvement initiatives
- Support business development and sales efforts by leveraging supplier relationships and market expertise
- Ensure compliance with company policies, safety standards, and contractual requirements
Materials Focus
Concrete Materials
- Ready Mix Concrete
- Cement
- Aggregates
- Supplementary Cementitious Materials (fly ash, slag)
- Concrete admixtures
Reinforcing Steel
- Reinforcing steel (rebar)
- Fabricated reinforcing steel
- Welded wire reinforcement
- Reinforcement accessories and embeds
Qualifications
Education / Experience / Attributes / Requirements
- Bachelor’s degree in Construction Management, Supply Chain, Business, or related field (or equivalent experience)
- 7+ years of procurement, purchasing, or preconstruction experience in concrete construction or related industry
- Strong knowledge of concrete materials, rebar, and construction supply markets
- Proven experience in vendor negotiations, contract management, and cost analysis
- Experience supporting preconstruction teams with budgeting and estimating inputs
- Sales or client-facing experience, particularly in concrete materials or construction services, strongly preferred
- Established relationships with suppliers and vendors within the concrete and rebar market preferred
- Strong analytical, organizational, and communication skills
Leadership Competencies
- Drives results through strategic sourcing and cost management
- Builds strong internal and external relationships
- Demonstrates sound judgment and decision-making
- Communicates effectively across teams and stakeholders
- Leads with accountability and ownership
- Promotes collaboration between procurement, preconstruction, and operations
Compensation and Benefits
Salary Range: Competitive Annual Salary based on qualifications, skills, training, experience, and location.
Discretionary Annual Bonus: Subject to company performance and individual contribution.
Comprehensive Benefits Package Including: Medical, Dental and Vision plans, 401k, generous PTO and paid company holidays, employee assistance program, flexible spending accounts, life insurance, disability coverage, learning & development programs and more!
About Us
Concrete Strategies Inc. (CSI) is a full-service national concrete contractor with the in-house resources and expertise to safely self-perform a wide variety of commercial construction including all aspects of cast in place concrete, precast erections, and concrete restoration. CSI began as Clayco Tilt-Up in 1988. In 2005, our services expanded, and we re-branded the company to showcase the additional offerings. Our 30 years in the business have enabled us to learn and refine our craft to meet the current market needs.
Why Concrete Strategies?
We provide the integrated services our clients expect, achieving Construction Success through:
• Economical Pricing
• Safe Jobsites
• Efficient, On-time Delivery
• High-quality, Innovative Results
National Presence
SEATTLE – PHOENIX - KANSAS CITY - ST. LOUIS - PENNSYLVANIA - DES MOINES – GREENVILLE - NBU
Engineering News Record Rankings
#7 Top 20 Firms in Concrete
#102 Top 600 Specialty Contractors
#26 Midwest Specialty Contractors
#3 Midwest Top Specialty Contractors by Sector – Missouri
#2 Midwest Top Specialty Contractors by Sector – Concrete
The Company is an Equal Opportunity Employer. The Company hires individuals on the basis of their qualifications and ability to complete the essential requirements and responsibilities of the job to be filled. It is our policy to grant equal employment opportunities to qualified persons without regard to race, color, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity/gender expression, religion, pregnancy, parental status, marital status, age, veterans’ or military status, regardless of how discharged, or physical or mental handicap or disability, genetic information, or other classification protected by applicable federal, state or local laws. The Company will provide equal opportunities in employment and take affirmative action as necessary in all aspects of the employment relationship, including without limitation, recruiting, hiring, compensation, promotion, working conditions, benefits and all other privileges, terms and conditions of employment. All employment decisions are made based on availability, qualifications, ability, merit and/or other legitimate factors consistent with principles of equal employment.