Head of Procurement

Job Title: Head of Procurement
Company: American Commercial Barge Line
Location: ACBL HQ - Jeffersonville, IN
Job Type: Full-Time; Salary

Join American Commercial Barge Line as the Head of Supply Chain and Procurement and lead enterprise-wide sourcing, procurement, and supply chain strategies that support one of the most respected names in the maritime transportation industry. In this leadership role, you will oversee a Purchasing Manager and work closely with buyers and operations leadership to ensure timely, cost-effective, and strategic procurement of materials and services. You'll play a key role in cost reduction, continuous improvement, and the development of streamlined policies and procedures that enhance ACBL's operational efficiency.

This role is based at our Jeffersonville, IN headquarters and is ideal for a seasoned supply chain leader with transportation or maritime industry expertise.

When you join ACBL...

American Commercial Barge Line (ACBL) is one of the largest and most diversified marine transportation companies in the U.S. Our legacy of providing the nation with the most economical, safest, and greenest mode of transportation dates all the way back to 1915, when we began moving coal on the Kentucky River. We offer a wide range of career paths in both operations and support services. Whether you are interested in working on the river or in an office, we are always searching for the best of the best to join our ACBL team.

What you will be doing... Your IMPACT

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  Lead all aspects of supply chain and procurement strategy, execution, and optimization across the organization

  
  
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  Oversee the Purchasing Manager and provide dotted-line leadership to the buyer team

  
  
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  Build, maintain, and strengthen supplier relationships to ensure value, quality, and performance

  
  
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  Collaborate with internal teams-operations, maintenance, logistics, and finance-to align purchasing needs with operational goals

  
  
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  Negotiate and manage high-value contracts with a focus on long-term savings and reliability

  
  
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  Drive continuous improvement through data analysis, vendor evaluation, and policy development

  
  
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  Support inventory and logistics strategies to minimize delays and maximize efficiency

  
  
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  Ensure compliance with safety, regulatory, and company standards in all procurement activities

  
  
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  Lead the development of procurement policies, procedures, and reporting tools

  
  
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  Partner with leadership to implement strategic cost-control and risk mitigation initiatives

  
  
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What we are looking for:

What you need to have:

• Bachelor's degree in Supply Chain Management, Business Administration, Logistics, or a related field
• 10+ years of progressive experience in supply chain or procurement, preferably in the transportation or maritime industry
• Proven leadership experience managing procurement professionals and cross-functional teams
• Strong negotiation and contract management skills
• Excellent analytical, organizational, and decision-making abilities
• Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite and ERP systems (e.g., SAP, Oracle, or similar)
• Strong communication skills with the ability to influence and collaborate at all levels
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Even better if you have:

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  Master's degree or professional certifications (e.g., CPSM, CPIM).

  
  
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  Experience working in the inland marine industry or with marine equipment vendors.

  
  
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  Familiarity with inventory and logistics systems.

  
  

Reasons you will love working at ACBL:

• Competitive salary and comprehensive benefits package
• Leadership in a strategic, high-IMPACT role
• A collaborative, mission-driven culture
• 401(k) retirement plan with employer match
• Opportunities for career growth and professional development
• Employee Assistance Program