Join Amrize as a Procurement Manager and help construct what's next. If you're ready to put your skills to work on projects that matter — and build a career with a company that’s building North America — we want to hear from you!

ABOUT THE ROLE

Implement Procurement strategies in close cooperation with Category Managers on a Multi-local level. 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 designated geographic area to select and pre-qualify contractor services in compliance with company standards. Drives the realization of savings, supply efficiency, quality, and process improvements in Region in line with Zone and Global strategies.    

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 of Either 2 Cement Plants OR 2 ACM Regions OR 1 Cement Plant 1 ACM Region OR one Plant/Region ALL with respective Terminals/Geocycle sites plus additional responsibilities with equivalent spend as a second Plant or Region (i.e. Projects, CAPEX, etc.).   Influences and drives change with peer group (Plant Managers, VPs, Operations Leads) for the assigned geography. Act as the point of contact between Category Management and operations. Drive the realization of savings, supply efficiency, quality, and process improvements in the Country, 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/Warehouse Managers where required. Identify regional savings opportunities. Ensure policies and procedures are conveyed to end users in the Procurement of goods and services.   Ensures Procurement Compliance and Best Practices (Procurement Policies and Procedures – BuyWays), acting as Procurement Lead for Regional Training requirements.   Initiate and support the RFx process locally with support from category strategies. Align internal decision makers through focused communication. Approve local purchase orders for supplies, equipment, and services within authorized signature limits. Assure compliance with applicable laws, ethical standards, policies and codes of business conduct. Employ procurement tactics such as benchmarking, cost modeling, eSourcing tools, supplier discovery, and other project management tools to drive down costs at the sites. Measure performance through KPI’s according to existing templates. Ensure locally generated savings are reported as required, and according to Amrize guidelines. Track achieved results and the ability to present them at the Operational and Executive levels. 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’RE LOOKING FOR

Education: Bachelor's degree required; Master's degree preferred. 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. Travel Requirements: Up to 40% travel.

Additional Requirements

Demonstrated performance in working within cross-functional teams, with requisite drive and energy to ensure that a challenging benefits and capability building agenda is successfully delivered.   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.   Successful candidates must adhere to all safety protocols and proper use of Amrize approved Personal Protection Equipment ("PPE"), including but not limited to respirators. Employees that are required to wear respirators must be clean shaven where the respirator seal meets the face in order to pass the qualitative and quantitative fit tests. 

WHAT WE OFFER

Flexible Health & Dental benefits coverage for you and your dependents, effective day one.   A generous Pension Plan designed to support you through various stages of your career and life.   Access to voluntary programs like RRSP and TFSA for future financial planning.   Healthy Living support through an Employee and Family Assistance Program (EFAP), offering confidential assistance for work, health, or life challenges.   Easy access to mental health and well-being support.   Service recognition awards to celebrate your contributions. Perks & discounts on a variety of products and services. Access to online learning platforms, financial educational assistance, and a culture that fosters career growth and opportunities. Financial support for new parents beyond statutory benefits. An inclusive and welcoming environment where everyone can be themselves. A collaborative work culture in a supportive and team-oriented work environment.   Company-provided personal protective equipment ensuring your safety and comfort on the job.   A flexible work schedule to help you balance professional and personal responsibilities.

  This posting is for an existing vacancy at Amrize Canada Inc.  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.