Capital Procurement Category Manager - New Plant Construction

Job description

Capital Procurement Category Manager – New Plant Construction Location: Anderson, SC (Primary) + Defiance, OH (Project Site) Travel: Up to 20% (increasing during construction phase) Overview: We are seeking a Capital Procurement Category Manager to lead procurement and sourcing activities for a major greenfield manufacturing plant build in Defiance, Ohio . This role will play a critical part in managing construction-related spend, supporting capital project execution, and ensuring cost, quality, and timeline objectives are met. This is a high-impact, project-driven role with visibility across Engineering, Operations, and Executive Leadership. Key Responsibilities: Capital Procurement & Sourcing: - Lead all procurement activities related to construction and capital projects (CAPEX) for a new plant build - Develop and execute sourcing strategies for construction services, equipment, and materials - Manage supplier selection, RFQs/RFPs, and contract negotiations Project Execution: - Support capital projects from planning through execution and completion - Partner with Engineering, Operations, and Project Management teams to align procurement with project timelines - Ensure on-time del...