Senior Procurement Specialist

We’re seeking a Senior Procurement Specialist who’s ready to put your skills to work on projects that matter — and build a career with a company that’s building North America. 

Job Title: Senior Procurement Specialist   |   Req ID: 17424 |  Location: Greenbelt MD

ABOUT THE ROLE

Manage the operational and tactical procurement of goods and services. Lead Strategic Sourcing activities for designated sites by competitive bidding process and contract negotiations. Leverages area vendor base to lower TCO identifying aggregated spend benefits opportunities across the region. Coordinates work within a designated geographic area to select and pre-qualify contractor services in compliance with company standards.

WHAT YOU'LL ACCOMPLISH

• Manage the operational and tactical Procurement of goods and services categories in accordance with Amrize category strategy, as well as applicable policies, procedures, and specifications.
• Responsible for assigned ACM Region with respective sites plus additional responsibilities with equivalent spend or Region (i.e., Projects, CAPEX, etc.)
• Initiate and support the RFx process locally with support from category strategies.
• Approve local purchase orders for supplies, equipment, and services within authorized signature limits.
• Employ procurement tactics such as benchmarking, cost modelling, eSourcing tools, supplier discovery, and other project management tools for cost reduction.
• Under the leadership of Procurement Manager - Drive the realization of savings, supply efficiency, quality, and process improvements in line with regional and global strategies.
• Identify saving opportunities and initiate individual projects and initiatives at all operational levels. 
• Negotiate with support from Category Management for local volumes, processes, quality levels, and prices. Negotiates regional area purchasing contracts.
• Manage and develop Buyers where required.
• Ensure procurement policies and procedures are conveyed to end users in the Procurement of goods and services.
• Ensure locally generated savings are reported as required, and according to Amrize guidelines.
• Track achieved results and the ability to present them in Operational meetings.

RESPONSIBILITIES & TASKS

• Plant Managers, Regional GMs, Divisional GMs
• Operational Management (e.g. Area Managers, RMX/AGG Plant Managers, Plant Production, etc.)
• Country and Zone Category Management
• Other responsibilities as assigned

WHAT WE’RE LOOKING FOR

Education:  Bachelor's degree  

Additional Education Preferred:  Supply chain certifications/PMP/Master's degree

Required Work Experience:  5-7 years, minimum 5 years in procurement role (category management, sourcing, operations) with exposure to supply chain management, strategic sourcing and optimal procurement processes and standards

Additional Requirements:  

• SAP experience is preferred
• Demonstrated performance in working within cross-functional teams, with requisite drive and energy
• Detailed oriented with strong organizational and follow-up through capabilities; Analytical and problem-solving skills with the ability to identify cost-saving opportunities
• Good written and oral communication skills; ability to communicate effectively/convincingly at all levels (including technical and operational) and with all functions at least in English and local language
• Effective time management, planning and organization skills; ability to manage multiple tasks and priorities and drive tasks to completion in a fixed time-frame and in a pressured environment
• Ability to work with cross-functional teams and build relationships across multiple functions
• Ability to deal with ambiguities, conflicts and adversarial relationships
• Excellent negotiation skills
• Proven ability in analysis and interpretation of data
• Proven ability to identify problems quickly, make sound judgments, establish and implement solutions
• Demonstrate a commitment to communicating, improving, and adhering to health, safety, and environmental policies in all work environments and areas. Promote a culture of safety and exhibit these behaviours.

WHAT WE OFFER

• Competitive salary 
• Retirement Savings: Choose from 401(k) pre-tax and/or Roth after-tax savings
• Medical, Dental, Disability and Life Insurance
• Holistic Health & Well-being programs 
• Health Savings Accounts (HSAs) & Flexible Spending Accounts (FSAs) for health and dependent care
• Vision and other Voluntary benefits and discounts
• Paid time off & paid holidays 
• Paid Parental Leave (maternity & paternity)
• Educational Assistance Program
• Dress for your day

Amrize is an equal opportunity employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees.

We thank all applicants for their interest; however, only those selected for an interview will be contacted.