Manage sourcing, purchasing, and contract administration for CAPEX equipment, construction, and project materials. Develop procurement strategies, run RFQs/RFPs, negotiate commercial terms, coordinate with engineering and stakeholders, monitor supplier performance, control costs, mitigate risks, and maintain procurement records and compliance to support project schedules and budgets.
Role Summary
Mesabi Metallics is developing a state-of-the-art ironmaking facility in the United States and is seeking a Procurement Manager – CAPEX Projects to support procurement and contracting activities during the project execution phase.
This role will be responsible for managing sourcing, purchasing, and contract administration activities for capital equipment, construction services, engineering contracts, and project materials required for successful project delivery. The position offers an exciting opportunity to contribute to one of North America's most significant industrial development projects while working closely with cross-functional project teams.
The successful candidate will be based in Paducah, Kentucky and collaborate with Engineering, Project Management, Construction, Finance, Legal, and Operations teams to ensure procurement activities are executed safely, efficiently, and in alignment with project schedules and budgets.
Key Responsibilities
Project Procurement Support
Support procurement activities for project-related packages, including:
Education
Mesabi Metallics is developing a state-of-the-art ironmaking facility in the United States and is seeking a Procurement Manager – CAPEX Projects to support procurement and contracting activities during the project execution phase.
This role will be responsible for managing sourcing, purchasing, and contract administration activities for capital equipment, construction services, engineering contracts, and project materials required for successful project delivery. The position offers an exciting opportunity to contribute to one of North America's most significant industrial development projects while working closely with cross-functional project teams.
The successful candidate will be based in Paducah, Kentucky and collaborate with Engineering, Project Management, Construction, Finance, Legal, and Operations teams to ensure procurement activities are executed safely, efficiently, and in alignment with project schedules and budgets.
Key Responsibilities
Project Procurement Support
- Support the development and execution of procurement strategies aligned with project objectives, schedules, and budgets.
- Manage procurement activities for assigned project packages and equipment categories.
- Coordinate procurement schedules to support project milestones and construction requirements.
- Track procurement progress and provide regular status updates to project stakeholders.
- Manage the end-to-end procurement process, including supplier identification, RFQs/RFPs, bid evaluations, negotiations, and purchase order or contract award.
- Conduct commercial evaluations and support supplier selection decisions.
- Assist in negotiating pricing, delivery schedules, warranties, and commercial terms.
- Work closely with Legal and Project teams in contract preparation and administration.
Support procurement activities for project-related packages, including:
- Process plant equipment
- Mechanical equipment and systems
- Electrical and instrumentation equipment
- Structural steel and fabricated components
- Construction and installation services
- Utilities and infrastructure-related materials
- Coordinate with engineering teams to ensure technical specifications are accurately incorporated into procurement packages.
- Monitor supplier performance and delivery schedules to minimize project risks.
- Develop and maintain relationships with suppliers, contractors, and service providers.
- Support supplier qualification and evaluation processes.
- Participate in supplier meetings, progress reviews, and issue resolution activities.
- Collaborate effectively with internal stakeholders to ensure procurement priorities align with project needs.
- Identify opportunities for cost savings and value improvement through competitive sourcing and commercial negotiations.
- Monitor procurement commitments against approved budgets.
- Assist in identifying procurement and supply chain risks and support mitigation planning.
- Support contract administration, change order management, and supplier claims resolution.
- Ensure procurement activities comply with company policies, procedures, and ethical sourcing standards.
- Maintain accurate procurement records, supplier documentation, and contract files.
- Prepare procurement reports, tracking logs, and supporting documentation for audits and management reviews.
- Support compliance with applicable regulatory and contractual requirements.
Education
- Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Supply Chain Management, Business Administration, Construction Management, or a related discipline.
- Professional certifications such as CPSM, CIPS, PMP, or equivalent are a plus.
- 5–10 years of procurement, sourcing, or contract management experience.
- Experience supporting capital projects, industrial construction projects, or manufacturing operations preferred.
- Exposure to industries such as steel, mining, metals, energy, manufacturing, EPC, or heavy industrial sectors is desirable.
- Experience managing supplier negotiations, purchase orders, and service contracts.
- Understanding of procurement processes, sourcing methodologies, and contract administration.
- Familiarity with construction, EPC, or industrial project procurement environments.
- Experience with ERP systems and procurement software (SAP preferred).
- Strong analytical, organizational, and negotiation skills.
- Proficiency in Microsoft Excel and procurement reporting tools.
- Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
- Ability to build collaborative relationships with internal and external stakeholders.
- Self-motivated and capable of managing multiple priorities in a fast-paced project environment.
- Strong attention to detail and problem-solving abilities.
- Results-oriented with a focus on safety, quality, cost, and schedule performance.
- Timely completion of assigned procurement activities.
- On-time delivery of equipment, materials, and services.
- Effective management of supplier performance and contract obligations.
- Achievement of cost savings and value optimization opportunities.
- Accurate procurement reporting and documentation.
- Contribution to project schedule, budget, and operational objectives.
Mesabi Metallics Company LLC is an equal opportunity employer and values diversity in the workplace. We are committed to creating an inclusive environment where all employees feel valued, respected, and empowered to contribute to our success.
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