CapEx Strategic Sourcing Manager

1 week ago


Chicago, Illinois, United States James Hardie Corporation Full time
About the Role

James Hardie Corporation is seeking a highly skilled and experienced CapEx Strategic Sourcing Manager to join our Central Procurement Team. As a key member of our organization, you will be responsible for driving strategic sourcing initiatives and achieving cost savings targets for capital expenditures.

Key Responsibilities
  • Lead and facilitate the strategic sourcing process for CapEx categories, including strategic planning, market analysis, supplier identification, and negotiation.
  • Promote high levels of customer satisfaction by supporting the needs of James Hardie's central engineering and construction teams.
  • Achieve cost savings targets and optimize total cost of ownership (TCO) by driving early engagement and collaboration throughout project execution.
  • Identify and monitor cost drivers and pricing trends, communicating to the organization and taking action as necessary.
  • Operate cross-functionally to ensure organizational alignment for sourcing strategies and projects.
  • Develop and maintain in-depth knowledge of assigned categories, including key technical attributes, supplier bases, and key risks to mitigate and control.
  • Maintain project compliance with James Hardie's procurement policy and procedures.
Requirements
  • Bachelor's degree from an accredited institution in Supply Chain, Engineering, Business, Finance, or a related field.
  • 5+ years of procurement or engineering project management experience, preferably in capital and MRO spend areas.
  • Strong core procurement experience and skills, especially relating to equipment, construction, and engineering services procurement.
  • Experience leading formal RFQ/RFP processes in a project or manufacturing environment.
  • Excellent analytical skills and ability to analyze complex information in novel situations.
  • Collaborative and capable of balancing business priorities across organizational groups.
  • Ability to effectively communicate and articulate various perspectives and impacts to business stakeholders.
  • Anticipates and adjusts for problems and obstacles.
  • Navigate through complex agreements and settle disputes effectively.
  • Proven ability to develop supplier relationships that encourage open dialogue and cooperation in identifying and implementing win-win situations.
  • Effective at establishing trust and building strong relationships with engineering, manufacturing, and finance leaders.
  • Demonstrated ability to act independently and make decisions that achieve optimal results.
  • Ability to successfully manage multiple projects and processes in various stages of completion.
  • Travel up to 25% for project sites, supplier locations, or relevant conferences.
What We Offer
  • Comprehensive low-cost co-pay health insurance for every 30+ hour full-time employee.
  • 401(k) retirement plan with 100% matching up to 6% of salary.
  • Paid holidays, paid vacation, and bereavement leave.

James Hardie Corporation is an equal opportunity employer and welcomes applications from diverse candidates.



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