Procurement Manager

Job ID:  500080

CRH's Americas Materials, a division of CRH, is the leading vertically integrated supplier of aggregates, cement, asphalt, readymixed concrete and paving and construction services in North America. Our operations span North America with 24,100 employees at close to 1,300 locations in 44 US States and 6 Canadian provinces.

Position Overview

The Category Procurement Manager (CPM) is a functional expert who specializes in implementing cost-effective purchases. of all goods and services, as required by the company.  The CPM has direct oversight of key categories and works with procurement specialists throughout the region to deliver procurement savings of all goods and services.  The CPM ensures procurement operations perform as required by the company: adhering to the company’s policies, procedures, and procurement programs.  This role requires considerable commitment and unwavering collaboration with stakeholders to ensure that purchasing activities align with the needs, and requirements of the OPCO’s.

The CPM works directly with Operating Company leaders, Divisional Category Managers (DCM), to understand the business and category strategy. And collaborates with equipment managers, estimators, and buyers to add value to applicable processes: estimating, bidding, sourcing (of equipment /materials/services) for operations or projects. The CPM uses a deep understanding of stakeholder needs, pricing, demand forecasting, and Total Cost of Ownership (TCO), to implement the best solution.

Duties and Key Responsibilities

Under Direction from the Divisional Procurement Leader (such as the VP of Procurement) and Regional Director of Procurement, the CPM is responsible for providing leadership and guidance to local procurement teams, and to integrate operating companies with CRH’s national procurement programs. This will be achieved through collaborative opportunity identification with DCMs and taking ownership for the pipeline of regional procurement.

• Negotiate with suppliers and assist Operating Company Procurement negotiate with key suppliers.
• Establish and maintain close business relationships with Operations Managers and Equipment Managers
• Take appropriate action to ensure the timely provision, and optimized cost of goods and services.
• Initiate and support the RFQ process defined by business requirements & developed by Category Teams.
• Implement divisional and national agreements in local CRH operating companies.
• Keep Operations informed of any significant developments in the supply and material/service pricing.
• Review existing contracts with suppliers and vendors to ensure on-going feasibility and competitiveness.
• Build and maintain long-term relationships with vendors and suppliers.
• Identify, negotiate, implement and report saving opportunities and initiatives.
• Supervise the day-to-day functional tasks of Operating Company Buyers as applicable.
• Ensure that the regional procurement team follows all AMAT procedures and policies.
• Understand CRH Reporting and Systems, along with commercial software such as MS Office Suite to:
  • Pull and analyze spend data from CRH Spend Management system (PDW)
  • Verify adoption report data        
  • Review invoices to ensure accurate pricing. 
  • Work with Operating maintain Supplier Performance Scorecards. 
  • Maintain Procurement documents: Quotes, Contracts, BOLs, packing lists, etc. 
  • Assist in development and maintenance of workflow documentation. 
  • Maintain vendor relationships and proper system set-up, and invoice resolution.
  • Update Ariba sourcing projects, schedule and manage RFP events. 
  • Ensure Correct Spend information, category coding, supplier information, etc.

Desired Education and Experience

• Degree in Business or Technical field, a bachelor’s degree is preferred, procurement work experience may be substituted
• Knowledge of the Transaction Procurement process from a professional setting.
• Strategic Sourcing Experience.
• Data Mining and Analysis.

Knowledge/Skill Requirements

• Ability to communicate effectively and concisely
• Ability to influence without authority
• Ability to work autonomously
• Negotiation & contracting skills
• Cost analysis skills
• Financial and Business acumen
• Decision making/strategic thinking
• Collaborating in cross a regional/functional team
• Source to pay process, supplier quality, product lifecycle management
• Excellent market information analysis skills and supply market knowledge

Desired Competencies

• Well-rounded and experienced professional with sound business acumen
• Data and people driven leader and decision maker
• Ability to lead and drive the execution of strategic plans across the division
• Dedicated and engaged partner who strongly engages with both the business and the Global Procurement organization to enhance collaboration and obtaining the regional procurement objectives

 Physical Requirements

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job.

• Able to communicate with others by telephone and in person
• Able to utilize a computer for word processing, email communication, and prepare documents and presentations.
• May require sitting for extended periods of time.

Work Environment

The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. 

• Usually, normal office working conditions. 
• The noise level in the work environment is usually quiet.
• The position will require heavy travel – at times exceeding 50%, with minimal overnight travel.
• The position may require work outside of normal business hours.

The statements included in this job description are not intended to be all-inclusive.  They represent typical elements and criteria necessary to successfully perform the job.  Other duties may be assigned as required.  Requirements for this job are subject to modification by the Company and its designees, and reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

What CRH Offers You

• Highly competitive base pay
• Comprehensive medical, dental and disability benefits programs
• Group retirement savings program
• Health and wellness programs
• A diverse and inclusive culture that values opportunity for growth, development, and internal promotion

About CRH

CRH has a long and proud heritage. We are a collection of hundreds of family businesses, regional companies and large enterprises that together form the CRH family. CRH operates in a decentralized, diversified structure that allows you to work in a small company environment while having the career opportunities of a large international organization.

If you’re up for a rewarding challenge, we invite you to take the first step and apply today Once you click apply now, you will be brought to our official employment application. Please complete your online profile and it will be sent to the hiring manager. Our system allows you to view and track your status 24 hours a day. Thank you for your interest

Preferred Materials, Inc., a CRH Company, is an Affirmative Action and Equal Opportunity Employer.

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