Procurement Manager

Procurement ManagerRoanoke, VAAbout Titan AmericaTitan America LLC (NYSE: TTAM), a TITAN Group Company, is one of the premier producers of cement and building materials in the eastern United States and the North American subsidiary of the TITAN Group. With a history spanning over 100 years, Titan America has consistently delivered innovation, operational excellence, and sustainable solutions. Our comprehensive portfolio-including cement, aggregates, fly ash, ready-mix concrete, and specialty admixtures-serves diverse customer needs across commercial, industrial, and infrastructure markets.Position OverviewThe 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.Key ResponsibilitiesLead all site-level procurement activities in support of cement manufacturing operations, ensuring uninterrupted supply of critical materials, spare parts, and servicesServe as the primary procurement partner to the Roanoke Cement Plant Manager, aligning sourcing strategies with plant operational priorities and performance objectivesLead, coach, and develop a small team of 1-2 procurement professionals, ensuring strong execution, accountability, and alignment with business objectivesActively 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 prioritiesManage supplier relationships, including sourcing, negotiation, contracting, and performance management to drive value, quality, and reliabilityPartner with plant leadership, maintenance, and operations teams to forecast demand, plan purchases, and support planned outages and capital projectsIdentify and deliver cost savings and cost avoidance initiatives, including category management, vendor consolidation, and contract optimizationEnsure compliance with company policies, including SOX controls, procurement governance, and audit requirementsUtilize SAP and other procurement systems to manage purchasing processes, reporting, and data integrityMonitor market trends, pricing, and supply risks to proactively adjust sourcing strategiesSupport corporate procurement initiatives and collaborate across Titan America's business units to leverage scale and best practicesDrive continuous improvement in procurement processes, inventory management, and supplier performanceQualifications & ExperienceBachelor's degree in Supply Chain, Business, Engineering, or related field required7+ 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 environmentStrong negotiation and contract management experience with demonstrated cost savings resultsExperience working closely with maintenance, operations, and capital project teamsProficiency in SAP or similar ERP systemsFamiliarity with SOX compliance and procurement controlsStrong analytical, problem-solving, and decision-making skillsAbility to influence cross-functional stakeholders and operate effectively in a fast-paced environmentKey CompetenciesOperational mindset with strong business acumenResults-oriented with a focus on cost, quality, and reliabilityStrong communication and relationship-building skillsStrong Project management and prioritization skillsHigh level of ownership, accountability, and integrityContinuous improvement and process optimization mindsetSolid knowledge and support of Procure to Pay processes, SAP expertise is a plusJoin us in shaping the future of building materials with innovation, excellence, and sustainability at our core. Explore more about Titan America's transformative impact by visiting www.titanamerica.com.