Sourcing and Procurement Tips for Concrete and Masonry Products

Procure Smart, Store Smarter

Concrete and masonry products aren’t like hardware or fasteners—they’re bulky, time-sensitive, and often custom-formulated. Poor procurement decisions can lead to wasted space, expired product, and unhappy contractors waiting for mix deliveries or structural blocks.

Common Procurement Pitfalls

Ordering too much or too little due to poor demand forecasting

Receiving damaged product due to weather exposure or packaging failure

Delays caused by third-party batching or inconsistent mix designs

An ERP system tailored to building materials can transform your procurement process from reactive to predictive.

Strategic Sourcing for Masonry & Concrete

• Build a Diverse Vendor Network

For bulk cement, partner with local ready-mix plants

For blocks, work with regional manufacturers to reduce transport time

Always have secondary vendors for high-demand SKUs

• Prioritize Quality and Consistency

Use suppliers who provide consistent compressive strength, color match, and batch records

Digitize these records in your ERP for compliance and resale

• Set Seasonal Procurement Calendars

Stock up on cold-weather additives in fall

Reduce over-ordering of masonry sealants in rainy seasons

Inventory Management Best Practices

Use Lot and Batch Tracking: Particularly important for time-sensitive concrete mixes

Integrate Shelf-Life Monitoring: Automate alerts when mixes or sealants approach expiration

Designate Weather-Proof Zones: Masonry materials should be stored with airflow and moisture control

ERP Integration for Smarter Procurement

Sync demand forecasting with sales data and project timelines

Track lead times and average delivery delays per vendor

Auto-generate replenishment requests when yard stock reaches thresholds

Want to eliminate procurement guesswork? Our ERP platform brings clarity to concrete and masonry sourcing. Contact us today to see how.