Category Manager – Direct Materials | Strategic Sourcing, SAP, Manufacturing | Denver, CO (Hybrid)

Category Manager – Direct Materials

📍 Location: Denver, Colorado (Hybrid – 3 days onsite / 2 days remote)
💼 Employment Type: Full-Time
🎓 Education: Bachelor’s Degree required
📈 Experience Level: Mid-Senior
🕒 Experience Required: 5–7+ years
✈️ Travel: Occasional
🌎 Visa Sponsorship: Not available
🚚 Relocation Assistance: Not available

Role Overview

We are seeking a Category Manager – Direct Materials to lead strategic sourcing initiatives across a multi-site manufacturing environment.

This role is responsible for optimising cost, quality, and supply continuity, while driving supplier performance and supporting innovation through strong cross-functional collaboration with R&D, Product, and Operations teams.

Key Responsibilities

Strategic Sourcing & Cost Optimisation

• Develop and execute data-driven category strategies for direct/raw materials

• Build and maintain should-cost models to support negotiations and pricing decisions

• Deliver year-over-year cost savings through:

• Strategic negotiations

• Competitive sourcing events

• Supplier rationalisation

• Value engineering initiatives

• Track and report performance using KPIs, scorecards, and executive updates

Supplier & Contract Management

• Manage supplier relationships to ensure:

• Quality performance

• Cost competitiveness

• Supply reliability

• Lead supplier development initiatives to improve capability and alignment

• Own contract lifecycle management, including compliance and renewals

• Manage $20M+ spend categories

Project & Cross-Functional Leadership

• Lead cross-functional teams across:

• R&D

• Product Management

• Operations

• Finance

• Quality

• Support:

• New supplier qualification

• New product introductions (NPI)

• Material evaluation and innovation initiatives

• Act as the primary commercial interface across multiple facilities

Risk Management & Supply Continuity

• Proactively identify and mitigate supply chain risks

• Develop and implement contingency plans

• Lead root cause analysis and corrective actions for supply disruptions

• Ensure uninterrupted supply of critical materials

Process Improvement

• Identify and implement process improvements to increase efficiency

• Streamline sourcing and supply chain operations

• Drive adoption of best practices across the organisation

Required Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree required

• 5+ years of experience in supply chain or sourcing, including:

• At least 3 years sourcing within a large/complex organisation

• Proven experience sourcing direct/raw materials in manufacturing environments

• Experience managing $20M+ spend categories

• Strong contract negotiation and supplier management experience

Technical Skills

• Expertise in should-cost modelling and cost analysis

• Strong understanding of commodity/category management principles

• Experience with e-sourcing tools

• Proficiency with:

• SAP or similar ERP systems

• Microsoft Excel, PowerPoint, Word, Outlook

Preferred Qualifications

• CPSM (Certified Professional in Supply Management) certification

• Experience supporting new product development or R&D initiatives

• Background in multi-site manufacturing environments

Key Competencies

• Strong analytical and strategic thinking skills

• Excellent communication and stakeholder management abilities

• Proven ability to lead cross-functional teams

• Proactive, collaborative mindset with focus on continuous improvement

• Ability to present insights to senior and non-technical stakeholders

Ideal Candidate

The ideal candidate will:

• Have direct experience sourcing raw/direct materials within manufacturing

• Be comfortable managing large spend categories and complex supplier networks

• Demonstrate strong commercial acumen and negotiation capability

• Thrive in a cross-functional, fast-paced environment

• Have a track record of delivering cost savings and supplier performance improvements

Benefits

• Comprehensive benefits package

• Health and wellbeing coverage

• Paid time off

• Additional employee benefits

Screening Question

• Do you have experience sourcing raw or direct materials for manufacturing plants?

Heavy Civil Construction Project Manager | Draper, UT | $120K-$130K + Bonus

Heavy Civil Construction Project Manager
Location: Draper, Utah, United States
Job Type: Full-time

About the Role

We are seeking an experienced Heavy Civil Construction Project Manager to oversee and manage infrastructure projects, including highway and roadway reconstruction, bridge construction, street widening, drainage system installation, and large-scale excavation. The ideal candidate will have expertise in project planning, budgeting, resource allocation, and team leadership while ensuring projects are completed on time and within budget.

Key Responsibilities

• Oversee all phases of the construction project lifecycle.

• Lead project planning, budgeting, and resource allocation.

• Manage financial aspects of contracts, ensuring project profitability while maintaining strong client relationships.

• Serve as the primary point of contact for contractors and subcontractors.

• Conduct regular site visits to monitor progress and ensure adherence to project schedules.

• Prepare and submit budget proposals, recommending adjustments as necessary.

• Develop and deliver project reports, proposals, and documentation.

• Work closely with superintendents to manage scope changes, mitigate risks, and implement contingency plans.

• Respond to RFIs and process contract change orders.

• Approve invoices, payroll hours, and oversee the billing process.

• Ensure compliance with contract specifications and industry standards.

• Foster and maintain strong business relationships to support project success.

• Provide leadership and direction to project engineers, field engineers, and coordinators.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Civil Engineering, Construction Management, or a related field, or an equivalent combination of technical training and experience.

• Minimum 5 years of experience managing heavy civil construction projects, including roadway, bridge, and excavation work, with project values between $5M and $30M.

• At least 2 years of experience managing and supervising project engineers.

• Strong ability to read and interpret blueprints and specifications for heavy civil projects.

• Experience handling RFIs, change orders, and submittals.

• Ability to manage client relationships and address project-related inquiries or concerns.

• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills to define issues, collect data, and draw valid conclusions.

Compensation & Benefits

• Base Salary: $120,000 - $130,000 (dependent on experience)

• Annual Bonus: Up to 25%

• 401k with 5% company match

• Vacation & Holiday Pay

• Health, Vision, and Dental Benefits

• Opportunities for Growth and Advancement

Additional Information

• Relocation assistance may be available for the ideal candidate.

• Candidates must be authorized to work in the U.S. (Visa sponsorship not available).

• Travel required as necessary for project oversight.

If you are a results-driven construction professional looking to advance your career with a dynamic and supportive team, we encourage you to apply!

Commercial/Industrial Construction Project Manager | Draper, UT | $110K-$120K + Bonus

Commercial/Industrial Construction Project Manager
Location: Draper, Utah, United States
Job Type: Full-time

About the Role

We are seeking an experienced Commercial/Industrial Construction Project Manager to oversee all phases of construction projects from initiation to completion. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in project planning, budgeting, resource allocation, and team coordination. This role requires excellent leadership skills and a deep understanding of construction processes, financial management, and client relations.

Key Responsibilities

• Manage and oversee all phases of the construction project timeline.

• Lead project planning, budgeting, and resource identification.

• Oversee financial aspects of contracts, ensuring profitability while maintaining client relationships.

• Serve as the main point of contact for contractors and subcontractors.

• Conduct regular site visits to monitor progress and ensure adherence to schedules.

• Prepare and submit budget proposals and recommend necessary revisions.

• Develop and deliver project progress reports, documentation, and presentations.

• Work closely with superintendents to manage scope changes, mitigate risks, and implement contingency plans.

• Respond to RFIs and process contract change orders.

• Approve invoices, payroll hours, and manage the billing process.

• Ensure compliance with contract specifications and industry standards.

• Foster and maintain strong business relationships to support project success.

• Provide leadership and direction to project engineers, field engineers, and coordinators.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Civil Engineering, Construction Management, or a related field, or an equivalent combination of technical training and experience.

• Minimum 5 years of experience in large-scale commercial construction projects, including multi-level structures and parking garages with post-tension experience.

• At least 2 years of experience managing and supervising project engineers.

• Strong ability to read and interpret blueprints and specifications for commercial concrete structures.

• Experience handling RFIs, change orders, and submittals.

• Ability to manage client relationships and address project-related inquiries or complaints.

• Proven analytical and problem-solving skills to define issues, collect data, and draw valid conclusions.

• Valid driver’s license required.

Compensation & Benefits

• Base Salary: $110,000 - $120,000 (dependent on experience)

• Annual Bonus: Up to 25%

• 401k with 5% company match

• Vacation & Holiday Pay

• Health, Vision, and Dental Benefits

• Tuition Reimbursement

• Opportunities for Growth and Advancement

Additional Information

• Relocation assistance may be available for the ideal candidate.

• Candidates must be authorized to work in the U.S. (Visa sponsorship not available).

• Travel required as necessary for project oversight.

If you are a results-driven construction professional looking to grow your career with a dynamic and supportive team, we encourage you to apply!