Procurement Manager

Overview
The Procurement Manager is responsible for leading procurement strategy and execution at Roanoke Cement, ensuring the reliable and cost-effective sourcing of materials, equipment, and services critical to plant operations. This role partners closely with plant leadership, maintenance, operations, and corporate procurement to drive cost efficiency, supplier performance, and operational continuity.

This position reports to the Mid-Atlantic Senior Manager of Mid-Atlantic Procurement Operations.The ideal candidate brings strong experience in industrial procurement within manufacturing, mining, or heavy materials environments, along with a hands-on, solutions-oriented approach.

Responsibilities

Lead all site-level procurement activities in support of cement manufacturing operations, ensuring uninterrupted supply of critical materials, spare parts, and services

Serve as the primary procurement partner to the Roanoke Cement Plant Manager, aligning sourcing strategies with plant operational priorities and performance objectives

Lead, coach, and develop a small team of 1–2 procurement professionals, ensuring strong execution, accountability, and alignment with business objectives

Actively support Safety and Sustainability initiatives in the workplace.

Support and execute sourcing strategies aligned with Titan America's procurement policies, total cost of ownership objectives, and operational priorities

Manage supplier relationships, including sourcing, negotiation, contracting, and performance management to drive value, quality, and reliability

Partner with plant leadership, maintenance, and operations teams to forecast demand, plan purchases, and support planned outages and capital projects

Identify and deliver cost savings and cost avoidance initiatives, including category management, vendor consolidation, and contract optimization

Ensure compliance with company policies, including SOX controls, procurement governance, and audit requirements

Utilize SAP and other procurement systems to manage purchasing processes, reporting, and data integrity

Monitor market trends, pricing, and supply risks to proactively adjust sourcing strategies

Support corporate procurement initiatives and collaborate across Titan America's business units to leverage scale and best practices

Drive continuous improvement in procurement processes, inventory management, and supplier performance

Qualifications

Bachelor's degree in Supply Chain, Business, Engineering, or related field required

7+ years of procurement or supply chain experience in industrial manufacturing (cement, mining, aggregates, or similar heavy industry preferred)

Proven experience leading procurement teams in a plant or site-based environment

Strong negotiation and contract management experience with demonstrated cost savings results

Experience working closely with maintenance, operations, and capital project teams

Proficiency in SAP or similar ERP systems

Familiarity with SOX compliance and procurement controls

Strong analytical, problem-solving, and decision-making skills

Ability to influence cross-functional stakeholders and operate effectively in a fast-paced environment

Key Competencies

Operational mindset with strong business acumen

Results-oriented with a focus on cost, quality, and reliability

Strong communication and relationship-building skills

Strong Project management and prioritization skills

High level of ownership, accountability, and integrity

Continuous improvement and process optimization mindset

Solid knowledge and support of Procure to Pay processes, SAP expertise is a plus

What We Offer:

Company Values:

Be part of a company that values integrity, safety, sustainability, and respect for people.

Competitive Compensation:

Compensation aligned with experience and market conditions.

Comprehensive Benefits:

Medical, dental, vision, 401(k) with company match, paid time off, and holidays.

Supportive Culture:

Collaborative, team-oriented work environment.

Growth & Development:

Opportunities to learn plant operations and grow within the organization.

Success begins with hiring the right people to partner with us as we grow and develop our businesses. People are central to everything we do. It is through their efforts and talents that Titan has been successful for over 100 years.

Join our team and help us lead the way in environmentally responsible cement manufacturing!

Titan America is an Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) / Affi­rmative Action employer and welcomes all qualified applicants. Applicants will receive fair and impartial consideration without regard to race, sex, color, religion, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, genetic data, or other legally protected status.

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