Compass Minerals International, Inc

Senior Manager, Capital Procurement

Compass Minerals International, Inc • $100K — $130K *
Franklin, LA 70538In-Person
Manufacturing & Automotive
11 - 15 years of experience
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Qualifications

  • Bachelor's degree in Supply Chain, Engineering, Business, or related field, or equivalent experience
  • Minimum 15 years of procurement experience, with over 10 years in capital projects
  • Proven experience managing procurement for projects valued between $5M to $100M+
  • Familiarity with ERP and procurement systems like JD Edwards or Coupa
  • Willingness to travel up to 10%.
  • Professional certifications such as CPSP, CIPS, PMP are preferred
  • MBA or other advanced degree is advantageous.

Responsibilities

  • Lead procurement for capital projects from strategy development to contract execution
  • Develop and implement procurement strategies aligned with business goals
  • Achieve cost savings and improvements in total cost of ownership
  • Ensure project objectives regarding scope, schedule, quality, and budget are met
  • Negotiate contracts and manage supplier performance
  • Establish procurement governance and risk management practices
  • Build strategic supplier relationships for long-term capital planning

Benefits

  • Benefits starting Day 1
  • Company Bonus
  • 11 paid holidays + 1 floating holiday
  • Competitive PTO Package
  • 1 week sick leave (as per state laws)
  • 401(k) with company match
  • Employee Education Reimbursement Program
  • Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
Full Job Description
Senior Manager, Capital Procurement

We are seeking a Capital Procurement Senior Manager to join our team in Utah (Remote). This role is responsible for leading strategic sourcing, contract management, and procurement governance for capital projects across North American operations. The ideal candidate will partner with Engineering, Operations, Finance, and project stakeholders to drive commercial value, manage supplier relationships, and support successful execution of capital projects.

Key Responsibilities

  • Lead procurement activities for capital projects from sourcing strategy through contract award and execution
  • Develop and implement capital procurement strategies aligned with business objectives and project portfolios
  • Drive cost savings, cost avoidance, and total cost of ownership improvements across capital spend
  • Deliver measurable value while supporting project scope, schedule, quality, and budget objectives
  • Lead contract negotiations, change management, claims resolution, and supplier performance management
  • Establish and maintain procurement governance, compliance, and risk management practices
  • Build and manage strategic supplier relationships to support long-term capital planning
  • Oversee procurement activities performed by site teams, contractors, and EPC/EPCM partners
  • Identify and mitigate commercial, supply chain, logistics, and schedule risks
  • Track and report procurement performance metrics, savings, compliance, and supplier effectiveness
  • Serve as the subject matter expert for capital procurement across the organization


Required Qualifications

  • Bachelor's degree in Supply Chain, Engineering, Business, or related field, or equivalent experience
  • Minimum 15 years of procurement experience, including 10+ years supporting capital projects
  • Experience managing procurement for capital projects ranging from $5M to $100M+
  • Experience with ERP and procurement systems such as JD Edwards, Coupa, or similar platforms
  • Ability to travel up to 10%


Preferred Qualifications

  • Professional certifications such as CPSP, CIPS, PMP, or equivalent
  • MBA, Master's degree, or other advanced degree
  • Experience supporting mining, manufacturing, or other industrial operations


Physical Requirements

This position is primarily office-based and requires the ability to perform standard computer and administrative functions. Occasional travel and site visits may be required.

Why Join Compass Minerals?

We offer a competitive compensation and benefits package, including:

  • Benefits starting Day 1
  • Company Bonus
  • 11 paid holidays + 1 floating holiday
  • Competitive PTO Package
  • 1 week sick time (subject to applicable state and local laws)
  • 401(k) with company match
  • Employee Education Reimbursement Program
  • Employee Assistance Program (EAP)

About Compass Minerals International, Inc

Compass Minerals International, Inc. is a leading provider of essential minerals that solve nature's challenges, including salt for winter roadway safety and other consumer, industrial and agricultural uses, and specialty plant nutrition minerals that improve the quality and yield of crops. The company produces its minerals at locations throughout the U.S., Canada, Brazil and the U.K. It operates through three segments: Salt, Plant Nutrition North America, and Plant Nutrition South America. The Salt segment produces and markets salt and magnesium chloride for use in road deicing and dust control, food processing, water softeners, and agricultural and industrial applications. The Plant Nutrition North America segment provides sulfate of potash, elemental sulfur, and micronutrients, which are used in the production of specialty crops, fruits, and vegetables. The Plant Nutrition South America segment offers potassium chloride and micronutrients for use in various crops, such as soybeans, coffee, sugarcane, and fruits. The company was founded in 1993 and is headquartered in Overland Park, Kansas.
Learn more about Compass Minerals International, Inc
Size
2,223 employees
Market Cap
$1.6 billion
Industry
Business Services
Net Income
$59.5 million
Founded
2005
5 Year Trend
-1.8%
Revenue
$1.3 billion
NASDAQ
CMP
* Ladders Estimates

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