Procurement Manager

Company Description

National Cement Company of Alabama, Inc. has been producing high-quality cement products in St. Clair County, Alabama since 1910. As part of the global Vicat Group, the company is dedicated to innovation, environmental stewardship, and operational excellence. Serving customers across the southeastern United States, the Ragland plant supplies cement through an extensive logistics network of truck, rail, and distribution terminals. The company is recognized for its commitment to sustainable practices, including alternative fuels and low‑carbon cement.

National Cement is also vertically integrated with its subsidiaries, Kirkpatrick Concrete and Walker Concrete, providing comprehensive concrete solutions across Alabama and Georgia.

This is a full‑time, on‑site Procurement Manager role located in Ragland, AL. The Procurement Manager will oversee purchasing and procurement processes, ensuring the timely and cost‑effective acquisition of goods and services required for plant operations. Responsibilities include supplier evaluation and selection, contract management, negotiation of terms, maintaining supplier relationships, analyzing procurement data to identify cost‑saving opportunities, and ensuring compliance with company policies and relevant regulations.

• Purchasing Management Certification through PMAC, APS or ISM or equivalent preferred.
• University degree in Business or Finance an asset
• Understanding of Finance
• Basic understanding of American Contract Law
• 7 years’ experience in Purchasing/Supply Chain Management, preferably in an industrial setting
• Demonstrated negotiating skills
• Supervisory experience
• Commitment to continuous improvement and total quality.
• Read, write and communicate in English.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills
• Highly developed organizational abilities.
• High ethical standards.
• Experience working with JDE / Oracle ERP systems
• Ability to teach.
• Ability to perform well in a team environment.
• Self‑motivator