Job ID: 519222
CRH's Americas Materials, a division of CRH, is the leading vertically integrated supplier of aggregates, cement, asphalt, ready mixed concrete and paving and construction services in North America. Our operations span North America with 24,100 employees at close to 1,300 locations in 44 US States and 6 Canadian provinces.
Position Overview
The Division Procurement Director provides strategic leadership for procurement across the Northeast Division, driving value creation, cost optimization, and supplier excellence. This role leads the execution of a comprehensive procurement strategy aligned with company culture, business objectives, and continuous improvement initiatives.
Partnering with our operating company leaders, Division leadership, and Americas Materials, the Director leverages scale, capabilities, and best practices to improve supply quality, service, availability, and overall cost management. Responsible for managing
$1 billion in annual spend across
seven operating companies, this leader delivers financial results through disciplined sourcing, strong supplier relationships, and the development of a high‑performing procurement team.
The role requires deep industry knowledge, strong multitasking and project management skills, and the ability to build influential partnerships with company presidents across the Division.
KEY RESPONSIBILITIES:
- Establish and execute a Division Procurement strategy aligned with company objectives and CRH procurement standards
- Provide leadership for all external addressable spend within the Division
- Partner with OpCo leaders to embed professional procurement practices and systems across the organization
- Act as a strategic advisor to the team on sourcing, risk, and cost management
- Develop and execute sourcing strategies that drive measurable cost savings and increased value
- Drive adoption of bests practices and continuous improvement across procurement operations
- Ensure governance, compliance, and risk management within sourcing activities
- Partner closely with CRH Procurement Leadership to execute strategies
- Directs efforts to negotiate, contract and manage performance with key suppliers to ensure that all service levels are achieved and that continuous improvement efforts are implemented
- Lead, coach and develop a team of sourcing category managers and specialists
- Build a high-performing culture focused on accountably, results, and professional growth
- Set clear expectations and provide regular performance feedback
- Partner with Finance to ensure procurement savings are accurately forecasted, tracked, and realized in financial results
- Own reporting of procurement performance, savings, and value creation at the Division level
- Lead supplier risk assessment and mitigation strategies, including supply continuity, capacity, financial health, and macro level risk (i.e.tariff)
- Support business continuity planning through resilient sourcing strategies
- Lead change management efforts to drive adoption of procurement standards and practices across decentralized operating companies
- Lead procurement to implement new ERP system SAP
- Lead Procure to Pay Process improvements and implement standard operating procedures across the Division.
- Support North America Procurement management team with strategy alliance and direction
- Align with business leadership to support CAPEX projects and development
ADDITIONAL KNOWLEDGE / EXPERIENCE
- Proven record of procurement and cost management across goods and services and understanding of the entire procurement cycle
- Strong leadership skills with the ability to maintain a wide range of multi-site relationships at all levels of the organization and the ability to implement change
- Demonstrated ability to get positive results through influence, persuasion, leadership, presentations, training and group facilitation skills
- Demonstrable record of successfully defining and implementing leading edge procurement strategies - including category management development across multiple business entities / locations
- Extensive proven experience in managing suppliers and supplier relationships - across both very large scale and smaller scale suppliers
- Ability to think strategically with strong analytical and problem solving skills
- Detailed knowledge of the use of technology as an enabler for enhancing procurement processes and in particular e-Sourcing and source to contract
- Demonstrated experience of leading key negotiations, drafting and implementation of contracts and ongoing supplier management to deliver sustained benefits.
- Strong business, commercial and financial acumen - supported by a pragmatic approach and not afraid to get in to the detail when required
- Able to build and maintain relationships, whilst operating and influencing successfully at all levels of an organization, across all business functions and to work effectively with a diverse range of stakeholders, both internal and external
- Excellent interpersonal and communication skills with sufficient gravitas and credibility to be able to influence key stakeholders at all levels (both internal and external), to drive the strategic procurement agenda forward
- Motivates and empowers others and has exemplary coaching and mentoring skills
- Strong and effective team player - both within the Procurement function and across functions
- Strong planning and organizing skills
- Experience with Procurement and Payables shared service centers. Standing up a procurement shared service center experience preferred.
MEASURES OF SUCCESS
- Deliver sustained, measurable cost savings and value creation across addressable spend
- Improve contract coverage, compliance, and spend under management
- Enhance supplier performance, resilience, and risk mitigation
- Increase adoption of standardized procurement processes across OpCos
- Develop a strong succession pipeline within the procurement team
BEHAVIORAL COMPETENCIES FOR THE ROLE:
People & Team Leadership
- Develops Talent - Coaches and builds capability within teams.
- Drives Engagement - Creates an environment where individuals are motivated and committed.
- Communicates Effectively - Shares information clearly and persuasively.
- Fosters Inclusivity - Values diversity and promotes inclusion.
Execution & Results
- Decision Quality - Makes sound, timely decisions using data and judgment.
- Plans and Aligns - Organizes work to meet goals and priorities.
- Drives Results - Delivers outcomes that matter for the business.
- Ensures Accountability - Holds self and others responsible for commitments.
Navigating Complexity & Change
- Manages Ambiguity - Remains effective when things are uncertain or evolving.
- Situational Adaptability - Adjusts approach based on context and stakeholder needs.
- Strategic Mindset - Connects day-to-day decisions to longer-term strategy.
Relationships & Influence
- Collaborates - Works across boundaries to achieve shared outcomes.
- Persuades - Influences effectively and speaks up on tough issues.
- Instills Trust - Earns confidence through integrity and dependability.
Character & Resilience
- Being Resilient - Sustains performance under pressure and recovers from setbacks.
- Self-Awareness - Knows strengths, limits, and seeks feedback to grow.
OTHER REQUIREMENTS
- Pass pre-employment drug screen and background check.
- Be able to provide valid documentation for the I-9 verification.
- Must have a valid driver's license and safely drive a vehicle.
The statements included in this job description are not intended to be all-inclusive. They represent typical elements and criteria necessary to successfully perform the job. Other duties may be assigned as required. Requirements for this job are subject to modification by the Company and its designees, and reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
QUALIFICATIONS:
Education : Bachelor's/University Degree
Additional Education Preferred:
Preferred field of study: Supply Chain Management, Business, Engineering or related degree
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Work Experience: 10+ year's experience of strategic sourcing / category management experience
Exposure to the heavy industrial, building materials, mining or construction sectors preferred
In depth knowledge and understanding of the role of an effective procurement function and best practices together with the required supporting processes and tools - at both the strategic and operational level
Considerable senior management experience gained within a procurement and /or supply chain function - having operated both strategically and operationally
Travel Requirements: Various locations. Expectation is that the Director is frequently visiting and meeting with the seven OpCo's. Will be required to attend out of state meetings on a regular basis. Expect 30%-40% travel.
Additional Requirements:
Computer Skills: Technologically savvy, with a full understanding and fluency in computer applications including word processing, email, internet searches, database and presentation software (such as MS Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Acrobat Pro)
Required Personal Protective Equipment: Will be supplied as required
What CRH Offers You
- Highly competitive base pay of $200,000 to $230,000 plus annual bonus
- Comprehensive medical, dental and disability benefits programs
- Group retirement savings program
- Health and wellness programs
- A culture that values opportunity for growth, development, and internal promotion
About CRH
CRH has a long and proud heritage. We are a collection of hundreds of family businesses, regional companies and large enterprises that together form the CRH family. CRH operates in a decentralized, diversified structure that allows you to work in a small company environment while having the career opportunities of large international organization.
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