Procurement Specialist

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 begin, grow, and develop in your career.

Under this roof, you will experience our incredible culture and be empowered to support your teammates, your customers and especially your community through collaboration.

Under this roof, we define the future while leading the present through our commitment to continuous improvement and never being satisfied with the status quo.

We are GAF. And under this roof, we protect what matters most.

Team or Function Overview The Asphalt Procurement Team is responsible for souring all raw materials related to asphalt in the production of GAF roofing products.

The team works collaboratively to manage pertinent supplier relationships, negotiate and maintain supplier agreements, and set the strategic vision for the Procurement of asphalt.

Summary The Buyer will be an integral part of the Asphalt Procurement team primarily managing vendor relationships and negotiating for third party asphalt terminals and storage.

The Buyer will also be responsible for scheduling raw material supply needs and working cross functionally to keep all parties informed with regards to raw material supply.

Specific responsibilities include, but are not limited to :

• Develop, deliver, and maintain timely requested Analytic tools / reports related to asphalt., including but not limited to Monthly Cost Update, Volume Forecast by plants and suppliers, Ad-hoc data analysis, etc. etc. (15-20%)
• Actively manage and optimize asphalt terminal inventory to ensure right inventory at right time in close consultation with Category Managers and plants (10-15%)
• Lead and / or assist in terminal supplier negotiation, help drive execution and optimization of Supply and / or Terminaling Agreements to enhance supply chain resilience, mitigate risk, and help attain the lowest total system cost in accordance with company policies and procedures. (10-15%)
• Manage contractual commitments and supplier assessments, ensuring all purchases or services are consistent with quality and delivery requirements. (15-20%)
• Assess suppliers and potential suppliers. Oversee tracking of supplier metrics, and communicate performance. Manage vendor relationships and build effective partnerships. (10-15%)
• Coordinate with internal customers to implement supply of product or service, including recommended supplier changes. (10-15%)
• Develop and implement sourcing strategies that are aligned with GAF business objectives. (5-10%)
• Ad-hoc. (5-10%)
• Up to 15% Travel as needed

Physical Demands

Ability to conduct day to day business communications including phone calls, emails, text messages, etc.

Under This Roof, We Require

• Bachelor’s Degree in a STEM or business field
• 2 or more years of experience in a business role
• Solid understanding of standard procurement and supply chain concepts, practices, and procedures, including strong negotiation skills and contract experience
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills, with the ability to interpret complex data sets
• Strategic and systems thinking
• Excellent communication and computer skills including proficiency with Google Sheets / Excel

Under This Roof, We Also Value

• Experience with direct (raw material) procurement, chemical, or roofing operations
• Experience with data modeling and advanced knowledge of Google Sheets / Excel
• Technical experience within roofing plant
• Knowledge of Google Suites
• Experience in the use of ERP systems (Oracle / PeopleSoft, SAP, or equivalent)
• Familiarity with financial management and analysis

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.