CertainTeed · 7 hours ago
Category Manager
Malvern, PA
Full-time
Onsite
Senior Level
5+ years expCertainTeed is a leading North American brand of exterior and interior building products. The Category Manager will be responsible for managing raw materials and resale materials across multiple businesses, developing sourcing strategies, and ensuring compliance with purchasing policies.
Building Materials
Responsibilities
Establish clear and formal long-term strategies for the sourcing of raw materials in line with Business Units goals and objective
Put in place risk mitigation strategies by working with R&D to qualify alternate suppliers
Develop deep understanding of markets for Categories managed, including key players, appropriate indices, trends…
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
Identify, lead and implement VAVE (Value Added / Value Engineering) and Vendor Innovation Partnership projects with suppliers to right size specifications of raw materials or components purchased in order 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
Support the growth of the One Precision Assemblies business by:
Securing the best pricing possible for externally procured materials
Supporting stakeholders in the business in proposing innovative, competitive solutions to our customers
Supporting the identification, selection, qualification and implementation of new subcontracting suppliers
Collaborate with internal stakeholders across functions and businesses to implement efficient intercompany purchasing practices
Full compliance to the Saint-Gobain Corporate Social Responsibility Initiatives (Supplier Charter, Ecovadis, Timber Certificates…)
Usage of all Saint-Gobain Digital tools and programs
Provide inputs to various Saint-Gobain reporting schedules: Budget, RF’s…
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
Qualification
Required
Bachelor's Degree in Supply Chain, Purchasing or relevant experience in the required field
5+ years experience in supply chain, purchasing, or related Business required
Familiar with leading high spend/complex RFPs; Contract understanding and negotiation; Supplier relationship management required
Full understanding of Procure-to-Pay process
Familiar with residential building construction materials
Familiar with commodity chemicals used in industrial manufacturing processes
Strong communication and negotiation skills; must be able to interface with varying levels in the organization and across functions
Ability to work in fast-paced environment, manage conflicts and utilizing problem-solving and prioritizing skills while remaining professional and calm in high-stress situations
Computer proficiency, including a strong command of Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook). Intermediate or higher spreadsheet skills
Experience with supply agreements for raw materials, work-in-process materials and finished goods
Ability to utilize Purchasing e-Tools, including ProSource and e-Auction
Entrepreneurial mindset; proactive and creative problem-solving skills
Excellent presentation skills and the ability to convince colleagues and management of the best decisions for the business
Strong emotional intelligence and people skills; able to build a culture of Trust, Empowerment and Collaboration with colleagues outside of the Purchasing function
Experience with subcontracting supply chains
Familiarity with residential building materials
Benefits
Medical, Prescription Drug, Vision, and Dental Insurance
Healthcare Saving Account and Flexible Spending Account options
LiveWell Wellness Program
Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
Paid Time Off and Paid Parental Leave
401(k) with Company Match, Retirement Accumulation Plan (RAP) Cash Balance Pension Plan
Company-provided Life Insurance, AD&D, Short-Term Disability
Voluntary employee and dependent life insurance, Long-Term Disability, Critical Illness and
Accident Insurance
Commuter Benefits
Group Legal
Identity Theft Protection
Auto and Home Insurance
Pet Insurance and Discounts
Back-up Child and Elder Care
PerkSpot Employee Discount Program
Volunteer Day
Company
CertainTeed
CertainTeed®, a subsidiary of Saint-Gobain, is North America’s leading brand of sustainable exterior and interior building products.
5001-10000 employees
H1B Sponsorship
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Funding
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