Supplier Diversity Outreach Lead

February 28, 2026

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Improving America's infrastructure isn't for the weak. It takes grit, determination, and hard work to execute high impact projects. Michels Corporation engages 8,000 people and 18,000 pieces of heavy equipment in our insatiable drive to be the best. Our work improves lives. Find out how a career as a Supplier Diversity Outreach Lead can change yours.

The Supplier Diversity Outreach Lead drives regional outreach efforts to strengthen Michels' presence as a trusted community partner. This role leads initiatives to build and maintain strong relationships with diverse suppliers, minority and industry trade organizations, and customer diversity teams. The position is responsible for identifying and supporting diverse businesses, ensuring alignment with projectspecific diversity goals, and championing Michels' commitment to supplier diversity. Success in this role requires excellent relationshipbuilding skills, strong networking abilities, and the confidence to collaborate and present effectively to both internal and external stakeholders.

The anticipated salary range is $95,000 to $124,000. This information reflects the anticipated base salary range for this position based on current market data. Minimums and maximums may vary based on location. Actual pay will be adjusted based on an individual's skills, experience, education, and other job-related factors permitted by law.

Why Michels?

We are consistently ranked among the top 10% of Engineering News-Record's Top 400 Contractors
Our steady, strategic growth revolves around a commitment to quality
We are family owned and operated
We invest an average of $5,000 per employee on training each year
We reward hard work and dedication with limitless opportunities
We believe it is everyone's responsibility to promote safety, regardless of job titles.
We offer a comprehensive benefits program, including Health, Dental, Life, Flexible Spending Accounts, Health Savings Account, Short Term and Long-Term Disability Insurance, 401(k) plan, Legal Plan, and Identity Theft and Monitoring Plan. Depending on your positions and location you may participate in a different benefit plan.

Why you?

You thrive in fast-paced environments under tight deadlines
You enjoy collaborating and communicating with your teammates
You like to know your efforts are noticed and appreciated
You have strong time management, verbal, and written communication skills

What it takes:

Bachelor's degree in business management, Supply Chain Management, or other related field and 5+ years of Supplier Diversity, Procurement, and/or Supply Chain Management experience, or an
equivalent combination
Experience with public speaking or presenting at professional events
Ability to travel on short or very limited notice
Hold a Certified Professional in Supplier Diversity (CPSD), Certified Diversity Professional (CDP), and/or Certified Professional in Supply Chain Management (CPSM) certificate (desired)
Current or previous experience serving in leadership positions for Supplier Diversity organizations (desired)
A valid driver license for the type(s) of vehicles you may be driving and an acceptable driving record

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