Procurement Division Manager

Spire Solutions, a subsidiary of The Weitz Company, has spent over 20 years delivering end-to-end interior construction solutions across the U.S. Our team partners closely with clients to provide design-assist, procurement, and turnkey installation services that improve cost, quality, and project outcomes. Spire Solutions uses a hands-on, collaborative approach, combining deep product expertise with strong national supplier relationships to solve complex challenges across the supply chain. Our employees play a direct role in shaping solutions, driving efficiency, and delivering real value on every project.

About the role

As Procurement Division Manager, you will manage the procurement process for construction project sites, ensuring materials arrive on time to meet contract obligations while coordinating with project teams, suppliers, and manufacturers.

Responsibilities

• Negotiate pricing, contract terms, and delivery methods with suppliers and manufacturers
• Manage purchase orders while evaluating project schedule and availability of materials to ensure timely delivery of materials
• Evaluate and manage supplier performance to ensure contract and quality obligations are met; source and identify new suppliers if necessary
• Participate in supplier database development, including creating supplier work statements and proposals, setting negotiation parameters, and establishing supplier strategy
• Resolve escalated payment and/or material discrepancies
• Oversee and review technical documentation, specifications, bid preparation, quote solicitation, submittals, and requests for quote (RFQ) packages
• Collaborate with project team, logistics, and procurement team members to review and identify areas for improvement
• Foster positive relationships with both internal and external parties
• Lead, develop, and mentor team members

Requirements

• 10+ years of experience in a procurement function in a construction-related industry
• Lean principles experience is a plus
• Industry-related degree is required; an equivalent combination of education and experience may be considered

Skills

• Strong business acumen, tact, and relationship-building skills
• High level of initiative and problem-solving skills
• Excellent leadership skills and comfortable with conflict resolution
• Strong negotiation skills for negotiating cost and contract terms
• Ability to implement efficient and effective procurement processes and procedures
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills
• Detail-oriented and highly organized
• Flexibility to balance competing needs
• Project management skills

Technology

• Proficient in basic computer software including Microsoft Word, PowerPoint, Excel, and Outlook
• Experience with Procore and Bluebeam is a plus
• Ability to learn specific job-related software upon hire

Benefits

• Competitive pay
• Rewarding bonus program
• Comprehensive benefits package with tax-advantaged HSA and FSA offerings
• Employer-paid short- and long-term disability programs
• Employer-paid life insurance
• Generous paid time off provisions
• 401(k) retirement savings plan with company match
• Tuition reimbursement
• Fully paid parental leave
• Voluntary products including critical illness insurance and accident insurance
• Corporate wellness program with wellness time off and rewards