Pourquoi a-t-on besoin de vous ?This position is responsible for managing gypsum categories of raw material purchases for IPG CertainTeed in USA and Canada, representing $250MM annually. This position is accountable for the strategic and demands and sourcing strategies and results impacting the business. This will include strategic negotiations with material suppliers and logistic providers and close collaboration with our mining experts in the business. This position will work closely with the Sourcing Manager for Gypsum & DSG to implement the best sourcing alternatives for each of the board plants in North America. All Purchasing corporate policies must be implemented and adhered to both at the category and site level.
Ce poste est-il fait pour vous ? Strategic raw materials sourcing management:
- Establish clear and formal long-term strategies for the sourcing of raw materials in line with Business Units goals and objective.
- Member of team developing the strategy of Gypsum supply for NA, research, analysis, trial planning, presentation, and execution.
- Responsible for market research for this commodity and design and drive the purchasing strategy of this commodity (environmental, indexes, routes, transportation, etc.).
- Monitoring regional and national trends, threats and opportunities in the external environment and impact on CT DSG / Gypsum.
- Fully research, understand and regularly update of the Gypsum / DSG Supply landscape in NA as is relates to competitors and their gypsum supply details.
- Lead RFP's and supplier negotiations. Continuously challenge suppliers and obtain competitive prices on all raw materials.
- Implement formal supply agreements with all key suppliers with the help of the legal group.
- Work across several CertainTeed BU's for relevant raw materials categories and create cross-BU strategies in the best interest of the company.
- Identify, lead and implement VAVE (Value Added / Value Engineering) projects with suppliers to right size specifications of raw materials or components purchased to increase end customer value and/or reduce costs.
- Work with R&D for cost savings opportunities, Business Continuity Planning (risk mitigation) and New Product Development initiatives.
- Ensure raw materials sourcing is compliant with Region Purchasing Policy and Purchasing ICRF (Internal Controls Reference Framework)
- All RFPs required to use ProSource and are accompanied by the Supplier Charter and all contracts uploaded in ProcureNet
Other Programs and Reporting:
- Support the Gypsum sites regarding inventory, special requirements for logistics
- Support in problem-solving with Treasury, Accounts Payable, Finance and Site buyers / controllers.
- Work in line with the worldwide organization regarding data sharing, opportunities, new sources, etc.
- Full compliance with the Saint-Gobain Corporate Social Responsibility Initiatives (Supplier Charter, Ecovadis, Timber Certificates...)
- Implement all Saint-Gobain Digital tools and programs applicable for the category.
- Provide inputs to various Saint-Gobain reporting schedules: Budget, RF's...
Other Duties:
- Support Gypsum Purchasing team during budget, RFQ's and other reports needed.
- Participate in Saint-Gobain online and in-person training sessions.
- Participate in monthly Purchasing staff meetings.
- Participate in other Business meetings as defined in the operations cadence.
Une quipe prte vous accueillirWe provide unique options to fit your unique lives! Our Total Rewards Program is customizable to accommodate your needs. Our menu of flexible options includes, but is not limited to:
- Excellent healthcare options: Medical, vision, prescription & dental
- Family Focus & Balance: Parental leave, paid time-off and Employee Assistance Program
- Financial Security: Competitive 401(k), Company-funded Retirement Accumulation Plan and Employee Stock Purchase Program (PEG)
- Tuition Reimbursement: Continuing education for every season of your career
- Pet Insurance options: Insurance plan & prescription discount program for your furry friends
- Employee Recognition Program s
- PerkSpot: Our exclusive one-stop online discount marketplace
- LiveWell: Rewarding you for living a healthy lifestyle
On vous en dit plus sur nousThrough the responsible development of innovative and sustainable building products, CertainTeed, headquartered in Malvern, Pennsylvania, has helped shape the building products industry for more than 110 years. Founded in 1904 as General Roofing Manufacturing Company, the firm's slogan Quality Made Certain, Satisfaction Guaranteed, inspired the name CertainTeed. Today, CertainTeed is a leading North American brand of exterior and interior building products, including roofing, siding, trim, insulation, drywall and ceilings. A subsidiary of Saint-Gobain, one of the world's largest and oldest building products companies, CertainTeed has more than 6,300 employees and more than 60 manufacturing facilities throughout the United States and Canada. www.certainteed.com
Pour tre sr de ne rien oublier - Bachelor's Degree in a Business-related field (Business, Supply Chain, Finance) or relevant experience in the required field; Master's Degree preferred.
- 5-7+ years of experience within a supply chain or purchasing role, preferably in the construction or plastics industry, with knowledge of the mining industry strongly preferred (gypsum, recycled gypsum, DSG, etc.).
- Self-starter, organized, able to handle multiple projects, determine priorities, and have the ability to manage pressure and stress.
- Ability to conduct activities confidentially and securely.
- Familiar with leading high spend/complexity RFP's
- Contract understanding and redaction.
- Supplier relationship management
- Excellent negotiation skills
- Full understanding of P2P process
- Great team player and can easily work across business units.
- Great communication skills and ability to very clearly convey messages to Senior Management (both verbally and in writing)
Mention lgaleSaint-Gobain provides equal employment opportunities (EEO) to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, age, disability, genetic information, marital status, amnesty, or status as a covered veteran in accordance with applicable federal, state and local laws. Saint-Gobain is an equal opportunity employer of individuals with disabilities and supports the hiring of veterans.