What are the responsibilities and job description for the Procurement Manager position at Martinus North America?
About Us: Martinus is a market leading, full-service railway infrastructure company that builds and maintains large scale railroads and intermodals within North America. We have the internal resources necessary to construct full turnkey railway projects for the Class 1, Short Line and Industrial markets.
Role: The Procurement Manager will lead the company’s procurement function, focusing on building and implementing procurement processes from the ground up. Reporting to the EVP of Operations, the Procurement Manager will work across all divisions to ensure the timely and cost-effective acquisition of materials and services, strengthen vendor relationships, and deliver on key project deadlines. This role is critical in driving efficiencies and ensuring that procurement strategies align with the company's overall business objectives.
Process Development & Implementation:
- Create, document, and implement procurement processes and policies across all divisions.
- Develop a procurement strategy that aligns with operational needs, balancing cost, quality, and delivery timelines.
Vendor Management:
- Build and strengthen relationships with new and existing vendors.
- Develop criteria for vendor selection, onboarding, and performance evaluation.
- Negotiate contracts with vendors to ensure the best terms for the company.
Cost Control & Budgeting:
- Drive cost savings of 5% year over year until 20% cost savings is achieved by identifying and executing procurement efficiencies.
- Collaborate with finance and project management to ensure adherence to budget constraints.
- Prepare and present regular cost analyses and procurement reports to senior leadership.
Technology & Systems:
- Identify, recommend, and implement procurement software or tools to streamline purchasing and vendor management.
- Identify opportunities to utilize new technology / technology not already utilized by Martinus.
- Ensure that systems are integrated with other departments (e.g., project management, finance) for transparency and accountability.
Cross-Functional Collaboration:
- Work closely with Project Management to understand material and service requirements and ensure timely delivery.
- Collaborate with Estimating to provide accurate vendor quotes during the bidding process.
- Liaise with the Finance team to ensure budgetary compliance and assist in forecasting procurement costs.
Vendor Performance & Risk Management:
- Develop and track vendor performance metrics, including quality, delivery times, and cost competitiveness.
- Establish and implement a vendor vetting and compliance process to mitigate risks.
- Conduct regular assessments of vendor performance and adjust relationships accordingly.
Purchasing & Inventory Management:
- Manage the procurement of all materials and services across divisions, ensuring that project deadlines are met.
Develop processes to minimize stockouts and excess inventory, given the company’s just-in-time approach to supplies.
Qualifications
Required:
- Bachelor’s Degree in Supply Chain Management, Finance, Engineering, Business or equivalent 10 years’ experience.
Desirable:
- Certified Professional in Supply Management CPSM or CPP.
Experience
Required:
- Minimum 5 years’ experience in local and nationwide procurement role, or similar experience.
Desirable:
- Exposure to engineering, construction, project, or heavy manufacturing environments.
- Familiarity with railway industry suppliers and products.
System Knowledge
- Common ERP and CRM platforms.
- Intermediate knowledge of Microsoft Excel and Word.
- Basic knowledge of Microsoft Outlook.