Group Category Lead--Logistics

Irving, TX

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  • Line of Business: Service & Support
  • Department: Supply Chain
  • Position Type: Full time
  • Minimum Pay Rate: $149,300
  • Maximum Pay Rate: $199,000

What You'll Be Doing

  • Lead global rail logistics procurement strategy, aligning with country teams and analyzing performance indicators.

  • Drive cost optimization through market benchmarking, insourcing vs. outsourcing analysis, and contract management for rail operations.

  • Negotiate supplier contracts and develop should-cost models to identify savings opportunities across regions.

  • Manage North American logistics procurement, including inbound/outbound transport, warehousing, and third-party carrier performance.

  • Champion digital sourcing initiatives and process optimization through e-auctions and logistics tools.

  • Advance sustainability goals by implementing green logistics strategies and collaborating with suppliers on ESG standards.

  • Mitigate logistics risks through continuity planning and ensure compliance with safety, trade, and industry regulations.

What Are We Looking For

  • Bachelor’s degree in Technical Studies, Business Administration, or related fields; Master’s preferred.

  • Minimum of 8 years’ experience in procurement, logistics, or freight forwarding with a strong record in strategic sourcing and supplier management.

  • Deep expertise in transportation logistics, including cost structures, regulatory standards, and industry practices.

  • Strong analytical skills in market research, cost modeling, and spend data analysis to support strategic decisions.

  • Proven ability to develop sourcing strategies and lead cross-functional initiatives.

  • Excellent communication and negotiation skills, with leadership qualities and a proactive, results-driven mindset.

  • High adaptability and willingness to travel nationally and internationally to support global logistics operations.

Work Environment

This role operates in a dynamic, global environment with cross-functional collaboration across procurement, supply chain, and operations teams. Flexibility to work across time zones and occasional travel may be required.

What We Offer

  • Competitive base salary and participation in our annual incentive plan

  • 401(k) retirement savings plan with an automatic company contribution as well as matching contributions

  • Highly competitive benefits programs, including:

  • Medical, Dental, and Vision along with Prescription Drug Benefits

  • Health Saving Savings Account (HSA), Health Reimbursement Account (HRA) and Flexible Spending Account (FSA)

  • AD&D, Short- and Long-Term Disability Coverage as well as Basic Life Insurance

  • Paid Bonding Leave, 15 days of Paid Vacation, 40 hours of Paid Sick Leave and 10 Paid Holidays

Equal Opportunity Employer - Minority / Female / Veteran / Disabled

Req ID JR10009924

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About Us

Heidelberg Materials provides the materials to build our future. Our future is sustainable. Our future is digital. And it goes beyond cement, aggregates and ready-mixed concrete. Heidelberg Materials North America operates more than 450 locations with approximately 9,000 employees in the U.S. and Canada.

Equal Opportunity Employer

Heidelberg Materials is an equal opportunity employer and supports a diverse, inclusive work environment. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, creed, disability, genetic information, national origin, gender, gender identity and expression, age, sexual orientation, marital status, veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local laws. The following link provides more information regarding the Federal laws prohibiting discrimination in employment:

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