Category Manager - Mobile Equipment
Company: Vulcan Materials Company
Location: Atlanta
Posted on: October 16, 2024
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Job Description:
Description Location: Atlanta, GA
Build Your Career. Build America's Future.
Vulcan Materials Company is the nation's largest producer of
construction aggregates and a major producer of aggregates-based
construction materials including asphalt and ready-mixed concrete.
When you join Vulcan, it's more than starting an exciting career -
you get to make a difference for millions of people every day
across the country.
When you join Vulcan, you join a dynamic culture in which career
development is encouraged, excellence is rewarded and diversity is
valued. No matter the role or the location across the country,
every member of the Vulcan team lives through the Vulcan Way: doing
the right thing, the right way, at the right time.
We're Coming Back Together To Be Together 100% In Office
At Vulcan Materials, we believe that the heart of our success lies
in the strength of our engagement, our connection, and our
commitment to developing our people. We are excited to restore the
collaborative in-person environment that fuels our innovation and
growth. This move is not just about being physically present; it's
about reigniting the spirit that comes from face-to-face
interactions, fostering a collaborative, inclusive culture where
every voice is heard and everyone thrives.
What You'll Do
The Category Manager-Mobile Equipment is responsible for
developing, implementing, continuous improvement, communicating,
and executing enterprise-wide sourcing strategies for
major/critical spend categories such as heavy equipment,
construction equipment, tires, oils & lubes, to name a few.
Responsibilities:
Work cross-functionally and align business partners (internal and
external) to accomplish objectives and achieve organizational
goals.
Apply strategic sourcing and continuous improvement principles to
sub-categories in the mobile equipment categories, supporting the
Mobile Strategic Sourcing Manager.
Leverage heavy industry category and supplier knowledge to identify
new opportunities.
Standardize and optimize processes where possible, identify and
present observations and recommendations for improvements to
leadership.
Work closely with key stakeholders to ensure programs align with
business requirements and are achieving desired impacts.
Ability to travel up to 50%, including overnight travel.
Qualifications Skills You'll Need:
Education:
Bachelor's degree or equivalent experience in the field is
required, and an advanced degree is desirable.
Experience:
Successful, 7+ year track record in heavy industrial category
management sourcing. Experience with key mobile categories is
required (i.e., heavy equipment, off-road tires, oil &
lubricants).
Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities
Strong track record working cross-functionally and aligning
business partners across the company to accomplish objectives and
achieve organizational goals.
Strong knowledge of procurement practices and excellent project
management skills are required.
Intermediate-level expertise in analytics, negotiations, thinking
agility, stakeholder management, communication, and financial
business acumen.
Ability to work in ambiguous and self-directed projects and
initiatives aimed toward driving down the total cost of ownership
in these respective areas.
What You'll Like About Us:
Great Company Culture. Our people share a competitive drive for
excellence in an environment of trust, teamwork, open-mindedness,
and communication.
Safe. The industry leader in health and safety standards. We are
committed to creating a safe work environment and protecting all
employees and customers.
Meaningful Work. What sets us apart is the work we do impacts our
daily lives - and every employee contributes. Our aggregates
produced are used to build roads, schools, hospitals, airports, and
housing throughout the United States.
Health Benefits. Medical, Dental, and Vision programs, plus much
more.
Rest and Relaxation. Paid vacation, personal floating days, and
paid holidays.
Prepare for the Future. 401(k) with company match and
contribution.
Training and Development. We see our development programs and
helping our employees meet their goals as a key part of our
business.
Vulcan Materials Company is committed to employing a diverse
workforce. You will receive consideration without regard to race,
color, religion, sex, national origin, age, sexual orientation,
gender identity, gender expression, veteran status, or disability.
You also have the right to be free from discrimination for medical
needs arising from pregnancy, childbirth, or related medical
conditions. Job: Procurement Primary Location: Georgia-Atlanta
Organization: GM - CORPORATE Schedule: Full-time Job Posting: Aug
30, 2024, 6:00:19 PM
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