Procurement Manager - Britain, CT

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Tilcon Connecticut Inc., a CRH company, has played a vital role in building infrastructure around our state, serving the market from 23 locations throughout Connecticut. As a leading supplier of quality crushed stone, hot mix asphalt, and ready mix concrete, Tilcon Connecticut has supported the construction of superior roads, buildings and bridges. The most respected name in the construction industry, from the quarry to the road, Tilcon Connecticut does it all!

Are you looking for opportunities and benefits of a large corporation with a small company feel? Then Tilcon Connecticut Inc. and CRH is the company for you! If you’re up for a rewarding challenge, we invite you to take the first step and apply today!

We are seeking an accomplished, forward-thinking Procurement Manager to join our team. This role is ideal for a seasoned procurement professional with a proven track record of delivering results and the business acumen to influence strategic decisions. You’ll be data-driven, people-oriented, and passionate about collaboration and continuous improvement. As an inspiring leader and trusted partner, you will champion procurement excellence, foster strong partnerships across the business and divisional teams, and lead initiatives that make a real difference.

If you’re eager to lead change and want to be recognized for your contributions, we want to meet you.

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily.

• Take ownership as the lead buyer for the company, proactively identifying cost-saving and service-improvement opportunities.
• Collaborate and partner with line of business managers on day-to-day operations as well as strategic projects to identify cost saving opportunities and potential new vendors/supplies.
• Guide and inspire your local team to implement high-impact procurement tactics, delivering on cost and margin improvement goals.
• Drive annual budgeted cost savings, margin enhancements, and other procurement benefits using leading-edge procurement practices.
• Develop and maintain an effective Procurement Management dashboard, providing clear monthly reporting on savings, key initiatives, and projects (KPIs).
• Align procurement and portfolio strategies with overall business objectives to maximize value creation.
• Oversee the development and execution of procurement category strategies and plans across all business channels, including supplier negotiation, selection, and evaluation.
• Build and own strong supplier/vendor relationships, taking decisive actions to deliver growth and value.
• Review contracts and work with internal legal and safety team to ensure compliance with contractor requirements. Drive profitability targets and ensure sustainable procurement performance by identifying key trends and market dynamics.
• Apply advanced procurement principles to achieve the best cost outcomes for the organization.
• Champion the execution of local category strategies in close partnership with the Local Category Manager and Divisional Procurement leader.

Education and/or Experience

• Bachelor’s degree preferred with a minimum of 3 years of related experience
• 5-8 years of industry or business-related experience
• Experience working with project management or project delivery, supplier relationships/project management/negotiations
• Microsoft Office applications required.
• Certified Professional in Supply Management (CPSM) or similar certification desired
• Experience in mining, construction or manufacturing preferred

Knowledge / Skill Requirements

• Ability to work effectively with others
• Ability to innovate
• High ethical standards
• Ability to prioritize and perform multiple tasks effectively with customer focus and responsiveness
• Strong analytical and problem solving skills
• Strong negotiation skills and ability to work with suppliers and employees
• Ability to drive change and sell new concepts and approaches through persistence, self‑motivation, energy, tenacity, follow‑through, and commitment
• Excellent communication skills (both oral and written)
• Underst…