Procurement Lead - Southwest - CRH Americas

Job ID:  502922

Oldcastle APG, a CRH Company, is the leading provider of outdoor living solutions in North America with an award-winning portfolio that enables customers to Live Well Outside. Inspiring endless possibilities with enduring performance, its collection of premier building products create inviting outdoor spaces where people connect, reflect and recharge. The manufacturer’s signature brands include Belgard® and Echelon® hardscape and masonry materials; Barrette Outdoor Living® and MoistureShield® fencing, decking and railing; Sakrete® and Amerimix® packaged concrete and mortar; Techniseal® sands, jointing technologies and surface protectors; PebbleTec® pool finishes; plus popular brands of landscape and gardening materials.     

Job Summary

The Procurement Lead is responsible for planning, directing, coordinating and expediting the activities of buyers, purchasing officers, and related workers involved in purchasing all materials, products, and services.

Job Responsibilities

• Ensure the cost-effective purchase and timely delivery of poly bags for the material produced at our sites. This involves forecasting demands/timing of bags needed at the sites
• Represent company in negotiating contracts and formulating policies with suppliers
• Communicates with people outside the organization, representing the organization to customers, the public, government, and other external sources
• Direct and coordinate activities of personnel engaged in buying, selling, and distributing materials, equipment, machinery, and supplies
• Locate vendors of materials, equipment or supplies, and interview them to determine product availability and terms of sales
• Prepare and process requisitions and purchase orders for supplies and equipment
• Develop and implement purchasing and contract management instructions, policies, and procedures
• Maintain records of goods ordered and received
• Participate in the development of specifications for equipment, products or substitute materials
• Analyze market and delivery systems to assess present and future material availability
• Resolve vendor or contractor grievances, and claims against suppliers
• Review purchase order claims and contracts for conformance to company policy
• Prepare reports regarding market conditions and merchandise costs
• Prepare bid awards requiring approval
• Develop constructive and cooperative working relationships with others, and maintain them over time

Job Requirements

• Up to 20% travel
• Bachelor’s degree (B.S.) or Master’s degree (M.A.) a plus; or equivalent of five (5) years of progressive related experience and/or training; or equivalent combination of education and experience
• Previous management experience in purchasing in production/manufacturing
• Former P & L experience is beneficial
• Strong leadership skills while maintaining a team atmosphere
• Exceptional written and verbal communications skills with the ability to relate with every level of the organization, internal customers, vendors and clients effectively
• Strong negotiation skills
• Proficient computer skills with abilities and knowledge of internet web-based management tools and Microsoft Office applications

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!

Oldcastle APG, a CRH Company, is an Affirmative Action and Equal Opportunity Employer.

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