About Us
Heidelberg Materials is one of the world's largest suppliers of building materials. Heidelberg Materials North America operates over 450 locations across the U.S. and Canada with approximately 9,000 employees.
What You'll Be Doing
Lead procurement activities across goods, services, and Capital Expenditure in alignment with corporate strategy.
Drive regional implementation of category strategies for most goods and services; ensure small, one‑off purchases are managed locally per policy.
Negotiate and manage agreements delivering best total value (cost, service, quality, risk).
Ensure adherence to procurement policies, competitive bidding standards, and ethical practices.
Lead S2P process improvements and digital tool adoption (e.g., SAP, Ariba).
Support supplier improvement initiatives focused on quality, delivery, cost, safety, and service.
Act as the primary procurement partner to regional operations and capital project teams.
Coach buyers and stakeholders on sourcing, negotiations, and contract management.
Participate in multi‑disciplinary teams supporting operational and capital initiatives.
Travel as required to support plants, projects, and supplier engagements.
What Are We Looking For
University or college degree in a technical, economic, financial, business, or related field required; Supply Chain Management Professional (SCMP) accreditation preferred.
Minimum five (5) years of experience in procurement and contract management required; experience within a manufacturing, production, and/or construction environment preferred
Experience with SAP Ariba and SAP procurement processes, including source of supply, purchasing info records, MRP, purchase orders, and contract management, as well as other ERP systems and Microsoft Office applications.
Experience and/or interest in electronic bidding/e-auctions and E-procurement.
Strong negotiation skills.
Work Environment
Collaborative and dynamic team environment.
Opportunities for professional growth and development.
Commitment to sustainability and innovation.
The Position will be located at our Allentown, Pennsylvania Northeast Regional Office.
What We Offer
Competitive base salary.
401(k) retirement savings plan with an automatic company contribution as well as matching contributions.
Highly competitive benefits programs, including:
Medical, Dental, and Vision along with Prescription Drug Benefits
Health Saving Savings Account (HSA), Health Reimbursement Account (HRA) and Flexible Spending Account (FSA)
AD&D, Short- and Long-Term Disability Coverage as well as Basic Life Insurance
Paid Bonding Leave, 15 days of Paid Vacation, 40 hours of Paid Sick Leave and 10 Paid Holidays
Equal Opportunity Employer - Minority / Female / Veteran / Disabled.
Skills Required
- University or college degree in a technical, economic, financial, business, or related field
- Minimum five (5) years of experience in procurement and contract management
- Experience with SAP Ariba and SAP procurement processes, MRP, purchase orders, contract management, and other ERP systems
- Experience with Microsoft Office applications
- Experience and/or interest in electronic bidding/e-auctions and E-procurement
- Strong negotiation skills
- Experience within a manufacturing, production, and/or construction environment
- Supply Chain Management Professional (SCMP) accreditation
What We Do
Heidelberg Materials is a global manufacturer of building materials, including cement, aggregates, ready-mixed concrete, and asphalt, committed to leading the industry toward carbon neutrality and a circular economy.
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