Category Manager

Job Description:

Introduction

At GAF, we cover more than just buildings. We cover each other. Under this roof, you will have the tools and resources you need to grow and develop in your career. You will experience our incredible culture and will be empowered to support your teammates, your customers, and especially your community. Under this roof, we define the future while leading the present through our deep well of experience and our responsibility to the future to drive improvements and innovation in our products. We are GAF. And under this roof, we protect what matters most.

Team or Function Overview

The Indirect Procurement (Manufacturing & MRO) Team oversees global supply for indirect materials required by our plant sites. This Team is responsible for developing Supplier & Commodity Strategies to optimize cost and supply while mitigating supply risks, managing relationships with internal and external stakeholders and effectively Influencing, as well as, driving Sustainability, Quality, and other initiatives.

Summary

The Category Manager MRO Procurement will be a part of the Indirect Procurement team, reporting to Director of Procurement and responsible for development of Category Strategies for MRO, negotiations, management of all global suppliers and contracts, spend analysis, management of the RFx (RFQ, RFP, RFI) process from start to finish and will ensure optimization of the Indirect procurement processes to drive success for the Indirect Team and GAF.

The individual will also possess knowledge and understanding of procurement best practices and their impact on the GAF business. They will have a mature understanding of the industry and will maintain industry and supplier contacts and relationships, building effective partnerships that will assist in driving improvements and innovation in GAF.

Essential Duties

Specific responsibilities include, but are not limited to:

• Develop category strategy for all high value spend in the Indirect Procurement function.
• Develop Sourcing plans and negotiation strategies aligned with overall departmental objectives.
• Work closely with internal stakeholders (Plant buyers & Procurement operations team) to drive implementation of MRO procurement strategies.
• Develop and manage Supplier relationships and Negotiate all Supply Contracts with Vendors as well as their timely renewals aligned with the overall Procurement Strategies.
• Align performance matrix with suppliers & conduct supplier reviews to measure Supplier performance against Contractual commitments.
• Develop and recommend alternate sourcing options to mitigate supply risks, lower cost to expand revenue opportunities.
• Oversee the bid process for assigned functional areas according to established guidelines.
• Lead all process improvements in the Indirect Procurement space.
• Assist in researching materials, goods & services that would improve plant's productivity and / or lower costs.
• Formulate and manage cost savings and innovation proposals both internally and externally.
• Other duties as assigned.
• Travel requirements: 15 - 25%

Under This Roof, We Require

• Bachelor's Degree in the field of supply chain, business, science, or engineering or related field
• 8+ years of experience in Indirect procurement, with a focus area in Manufacturing and MRO category management preferred
• Procurement experience within roofing plant, paving industry, or refinery or manufacturing company is preferred
• A leader in procurement standards and supply chain concepts, practices and procedures
• Advanced negotiation skills and contract negotiation experience
• Strategic mindset with a bias towards execution
• Excellent oral and written communication skills

Under This Roof, We Also Value

• Skilled at using software tools for daily job execution (Google Suite, Ariba & SAP S4/Hana experience preferred)
• Strong financial management and analysis skills
• Ability to influence and to drive value as a trusted business partner
• Excellent people and relationship building skills
• Ability to excel in a matrix management environment

How We Protect What Matters Most

• We offer a wide range of health insurance options that include medical, dental, and vision for you and your family.
• Our Family-Building benefits support the many different journeys to fertility and parenthood.
• Our robust 401K plan includes an employer match contribution with your pre-tax and/or Roth contributions.
• Other exciting programs and perks are available to help employees achieve work-life balance, including (but not limited to) a wellness program, free financial coaching, a referral program, and product rebates when purchased for an employee's primary residence.
• Professional growth and development are very important to us! We offer internal training programs and courses, as well as a generous tuition reimbursement program.
• We put diversity and inclusion into action with our Employee Resource Groups, which unite employees based on common perspectives, identities, demographic factors, or out of a desire to be an ally.

GAF complies with federal, state, and local disability laws and makes reasonable accommodations for applicants and employees with disabilities. If a reasonable accommodation is needed to participate in the job application or interview process, to perform essential job functions, and/or to receive other benefits and privileges of employment, please contact HR Services at 833-HR-XPERT.

We believe our employees are our greatest resource. We offer competitive salary, benefits, 401k, and vacation packages for all full time permanent positions. We are proud to be an equal opportunity workplace and GAF, Standard Logistics, SGI, and Siplast are proud to be affirmative action employers. We are committed to equal employment opportunity regardless of race, color, ancestry, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, age, citizenship, marital status, disability, gender identity, or Veteran status. If you have a disability or special need that requires accommodation, please let us know. If applying for positions in the U.S., must be eligible to work in the U.S. without need for employer sponsored visa (work permit).