Procurement Manager

At Lhoist North America, we are seeking a highly skilled Procurement Manager to join our team. As a key member of our procurement team, you will be responsible for managing the sourcing process for our East Lime and Minerals Divisions.

• Manage the sourcing process for the East Lime and Minerals Divisions, ensuring compliance with procurement and safety policies and standards.
• Develop and execute high-value spend strategies across multiple sites, clarifying needs from requisitioners, RFQs/RFPs, suppliers, selection, negotiations, and contract management.
• Implement processes and tools in compliance with Group templates, ensuring efficient and effective procurement operations.
• Develop and manage the Purchase Orders Terms and Conditions for high-value spot buys, ensuring alignment with business objectives.
• Support the execution of Sourcing/Category strategies across multiple sites, driving Operational Procurement value contribution to the Business.
• Collect and analyze procurement KPIs, including P2P indicators, and implement remediation strategies to improve customer satisfaction.
• Identify and execute procurement process improvement initiatives, driving continuous improvement in Procurement operations.
• Oversee the creation of new vendors and monitor supplier performance, ensuring compliance with procurement policies and standards.
• Support Catalog procurement management systems and compliance, ensuring efficient and effective procurement operations.
• Conduct procurement training as needed, ensuring team members have the necessary skills and knowledge to perform their roles effectively.
• Manage supplier/customer relations regarding contract management, ensuring effective communication and collaboration.
• Maintain the internal supplier database, ensuring accurate and up-to-date information.

• Bachelor's degree in a STEM field (Science, Technology, Engineering, Mathematics), Industrial Engineering, or Supply Chain and/or Logistics Management field.
• At least six to ten years of previous purchasing, procurement, or supply chain leadership experience in a mining or manufacturing environment.
• Proven leadership skills, with the ability to prioritize tasks, meet deadlines, and drive results through others.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills, with the ability to communicate effectively on all levels.
• Ability to prioritize and manage multiple tasks/projects, meeting all required deadlines.
• Strong sense of urgency in meeting customer needs, with the ability to work in a fast-paced environment.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Excel, Word, Outlook, and PowerPoint software, with experience in an ERP environment and related reporting/data warehouse, preferably SAP/BW.

• A competitive salary package, including comprehensive benefits, medical, dental, vision, life, vacation, and disability insurance.
• A 401K retirement savings option with an employer match.
• Educational Assistance to encourage continued personal development and professional growth.
• A diverse and inclusive work environment, with a commitment to treating everyone fairly and equitably.