Category Manager – Construction Materials

OES Equipment, part of the DPR Family of Companies

Multiple Locations
Develop and execute sourcing strategies
Supplier selection and consolidation
Commercial optimization across branches
Develop, own, and execute sourcing strategies across key spend categories including materials, equipment, tools, consumables, rentals, and specialty services

Job Summary

  • Develop, own, and execute sourcing strategies across key spend categories including materials, equipment, tools, consumables, rentals, and specialty services.
  • Partner closely with Operations, Procurement, Finance, Risk/Legal, and branch leadership to build scalable supplier programs that improve cost, service, quality, and operational consistency.
  • DPR Construction is a forward-thinking, self-performing general contractor specializing in technically complex and sustainable projects.

Matching Summary

Develop, own, and execute sourcing strategies across key spend categories including materials, equipment, tools, consumables, rentals, and specialty services.

Skills & Requirements

Must-have

  • Develop and execute sourcing strategies
  • Supplier selection and consolidation
  • Commercial optimization across branches
  • Partner with Operations and Procurement
  • Analyze spend and market trends
  • Lead supplier identification and evaluation
  • Execute strategic sourcing events (RFx)

Nice-to-have

  • Analytical and commercially minded
  • Comfortable leading cross-functional initiatives
  • Translate sourcing strategy into outcomes
  • Positive interpersonal skills
  • Thrive in a multitasking environment

Key Requirements

  • 4-6+ years in strategic sourcing, procurement, or supply chain operations
  • Category management experience strongly preferred
  • Construction or material distribution industry experience a strong plus
  • Experience running RFPs and negotiating large commercial agreements
  • Ability to read drawings and specifications
  • Intermediate proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite

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