Director of Procurement - Franklin, TN

Gränges is a global leader in the rolling and recycling of aluminum, with a proud heritage of over 125 years located around the world. We are an aluminum company dedicated to creating lighter, smarter, and more sustainable aluminum products and solutions for the future. Our 3,500 employees across three continents are the foundation of our success. We are a global company with a local presence, fostering a culture where every employee's contribution is valued. Our core values-Committed, Action Oriented, and Sustainable-guide our work and define our company culture. We believe in empowering our people, trusting them to take responsibility, and fostering an open and inclusive environment where diverse perspectives lead to new ideas and solutions. Our materials are used in essential applications, including heat exchangers for cars, buildings and aerospace to specialty packaging, HVAC and many other niche markets. Our dedication to a sustainable future is not just a goal; it's a fundamental part of our mission, and we are looking for passionate individuals to help us build a better future together.

Do you like working in a fast-paced environment, where time flies by?

Do enjoy being part of a team?

Do you take pride in producing quality work?

BENEFITS START DAY ONE!

Health & Well-Being

• Medical, Dental, Vision, Spending Accounts, and Supplemental Health
• Company-paid disability and life insurance plus additional coverage options
• 24/7 Teladoc Access for urgent care and mental-health visits plus free diabetes coaching, musculoskeletal advice, and nutrition counseling
• Employee assistance program

Grow with Us

• 401(k) Savings Plan with generous company match
• Free 1-on-1 financial advice sessions with CAPTRUST advisors
• Company-provided uniforms and PPE for production positions
• Paid technical training and safety certifications
• Service Awards to celebrate every 5th Company anniversary

Family & Engagement

• Paid time off including company holidays and vacation (increases with seniority)
• Company-hosted employee and family events like cookouts, volunteer days, and holiday celebrations
• College scholarships for children of employees (earn $1,000-$2,500 annually)
• $20,000 infertility coverage (if enrolled in a company medical plan)

Note: This is a summary of the compensation and benefit programs available at Gränges Americas Inc. (the "Company") and does not serve as a statement of eligibility. Official details and eligibility criteria are available in the Company's official plan documents and/or policies. The Company reserves the right to amend or terminate the plan(s) or program(s) at any time. This summary shall not be deemed to constitute a contract between the Company and any employee or to be a consideration of or an inducement for the employment of any person. Eligible employees must complete all applicable enrollments within the required timeframes for coverage effective on date of hire.

Purpose

Gränges is today purchasing various non-metal supply for our three production units in the US, (Huntingdon, Salisbury, and Newport). The Director of Indirect Procurement leads all sourcing, procurement, and supplier management activities for indirect spend across a three-plant aluminum rolling operation. This role is responsible for ensuring cost competitiveness, supply continuity, and operational support for all non-raw material categories, including MRO, capital equipment, services, logistics, and corporate spend.

The Director will lead and develop a team, partner closely with plant and functional leadership, and drive procurement excellence through standardization, strategic sourcing, and supplier performance management.

Job Responsibilities

Strategic Sourcing & Cost Leadership

• Develop and execute sourcing strategies across all indirect spend categories
• Lead competitive sourcing events (RFPs/RFQs) and negotiate contracts
• Deliver measurable cost savings, cost avoidance, and value creation
• Build multi-year category strategies aligned with business priorities

Team Leadership & Development

• Lead, coach, and develop a team of procurement professionals
• Set clear goals, KPIs, and accountability across the team
• Drive consistency in procurement capabilities and execution across plants

Plant Partnership & Operational Support

• Serve as a key partner to plant leadership (Operations, Maintenance, Engineering)
• Ensure procurement supports plant uptime, outages, and capital projects
• Balance cost optimization with operational reliability and speed

Supplier Management

• Establish and manage preferred supplier relationships
• Implement supplier performance management (quality, delivery, cost, service)
• Reduce supplier fragmentation and improve leverage across sites

Process & Systems

• Standardize procurement processes and policies across all locations
• Drive adoption of ERP and procurement tools
• Improve contract coverage, compliance, and visibility to spend

Working Capital & Risk Management

• Improve payment terms, inventory strategies, and total cost of ownership
• Ensure continuity of supply for critical categories
• Identify and mitigate supply and market risks

• Bachelor's degree required (Business, Supply Chain, Engineering preferred)
• MBA or professional certification (CPSM, CIPS) is a plus
• 10+ years of procurement or sourcing experience
• 5+ years of leadership experience in a manufacturing environment
• Strong experience managing indirect spend categories (MRO, capex, services)
• Demonstrated track record of delivering cost savings and supplier improvements
• Experience supporting multi-site operations preferred
• Strong negotiation and commercial acumen
• Ability to operate effectively in plant environments
• Data-driven with strong financial understanding
• Proven leadership and team development skills
• Strong cross-functional communication and influence
• Ability to travel national required

Gränges Americas is proud to be an Equal Employment Opportunity employer. It is our policy to consider for employment all individuals regardless of age, color, national origin, citizenship status, physical or mental disability, race, religion, gender, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity and/or expression, genetic information, veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local law .