Procurement Manager
- Compensation
- Not disclosed
- Location
- Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania, United States
- Work setup
- Not specified
- Seniority
- Not specified
- Employment
- Contract
- Experience
- 10+ years
- Category
- Operations
- Posted
Skills
Must have
- Bachelor's degree in Supply Chain Management, Construction Management, Business Administration, or a related field.
- 10–15 years of progressive procurement/purchasing experience, with significant experience in the construction industry.
- Hands-on experience developing and implementing procurement policies and SOPs.
- Experience evaluating, selecting, and implementing procurement or ERP software/systems.
- Strong negotiation, vendor management, and contract administration skills.
- Proficiency with Microsoft Excel; experience with construction management software (e.g., Procore, Vista) is a plus.
- Strong organizational and communication skills, with the ability to work cross-functionally with project, estimating, and finance teams.
- Self-starter, comfortable operating with limited existing process or infrastructure.
Full description
S&B USA, headquartered in Pittsburgh, PA, is a leading infrastructure solutions company specializing in the development and construction of complex infrastructure projects, particularly through Alternative Delivery Partnerships. S&B USA offers comprehensive services, including project development, general contracting, self-performing construction, financing, and post-construction operations and maintenance. S&B USA is committed to innovation, sustainability, and community engagement, with a portfolio featuring mega projects like the Fargo-Moorhead Stormwater Diversion Channel in North Dakota and the PennDOT Major Bridge P3 Program across Pennsylvania.
Position Summary:
The Procurement Manager is responsible for developing and leading the organization's procurement function, including sourcing, vendor management, contract negotiation, and purchasing operations across construction projects. This is a hands-on role responsible for building and implementing procurement policies and procedures, selecting and rolling out supporting software/systems, and working closely with project teams to ensure purchasing supports project cost and schedule goals.
Key Responsibilities:
- Develop, implement, and maintain procurement policies and standard operating procedures (SOPs) across the organization.
- Lead vendor sourcing, evaluation, and selection; negotiate pricing, terms, and contracts with suppliers and subcontractors.
- Evaluate, select, and implement procurement/purchasing software and systems to improve visibility, manage commitments and control over spend.
- Manage the purchase requisition and purchase order process, ensuring proper approvals and documentation.
- Build and maintain vendor relationships; monitor vendor performance, pricing, and compliance.
- Partner with project managers, estimators, and operations teams to align purchasing with project budgets and schedules.
- Analyze spend and identify opportunities for cost savings and consolidated purchasing across projects and the overhead spend.
- Ensure procurement activities comply with company policy, contract requirements, and applicable regulations.
- Track and report on procurement performance, savings, and vendor metrics.
Qualifications & Skills:
- Bachelor's degree in Supply Chain Management, Construction Management, Business Administration, or a related field.
- 10–15 years of progressive procurement/purchasing experience, with significant experience in the construction industry.
- Hands-on experience developing and implementing procurement policies and SOPs.