Category Manager, Chemicals and Coatings - The Pittsburgh Paints Company

Davita Inc.; Cranberry Township (Butler County); Hybrid; USD 80,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a leading company as a Category Manager within their Procurement Function. You will be responsible for strategic sourcing, managing supplier relationships, and overseeing critical projects that align with company goals. Ideal candidates will possess a strategic mindset, strong negotiation skills, and experience in procurement. This hybrid position in Cranberry Township offers an engaging work environment with opportunities for professional growth.

Qualifications

• Minimum 5 years experience in strategic sourcing and management.
• Understanding of vendor management and RFP process.
• 2+ years in regional or global project management.

Responsibilities

• Manage category spend and oversee supplier relationships.
• Work with cross-functional teams to align procurement strategies.
• Conduct RFPs and negotiate contracts for cost savings.

Skills

Strategic thinking

Negotiation

Interpersonal communication

Problem solving

Education

BA/BS degree in business or engineering

Lean Six Sigma certification

Job description

As a Category Manager within the Procurement Function at Pittsburgh Paints Company (PPC) you will manage an assigned specific category spend while negotiating and managing contract agreements that improve the total value for PPC in compliance with established purchasing policies. You will oversee projects and supplier relationships. You will help implement PPC strategies, conduct RFPs, lead the selection of suppliers, help define the implementation strategy and monitor compliance. You will report to the Procurement Director and act as a liaison with technical (R&D), Operations, Supply chain, and suppliers to improve PPC's world-class technology, pricing, quality, and delivery.

This is a hybrid position based in Cranberry Township, PA.

Key Responsibilities

• Support the strategic direction for the goods and services procurement strategy working directly with Functional team members and Procurement team within PPC to lead and influence best practices from both a commercial and operations perspective.
• Collaborate with Business Partners, Teams, and Procurement partners to understand requirements and resolve issues promptly.
• Use several purchasing electronic tools including spend management software to submit RFIs, RFPs, Reverse auctions to source global suppliers.
• Support sourcing projects (where applicable) for critical categories using the sourcing process.
• Review purchase orders/requisitions to ensure compliance with company procedures.
• Identify and implement solutions to lead incremental cost reductions and cost avoidance opportunities through category knowledge by researching and understanding industry trends.
• Work with the relevant Teams to increase and implement bid projects that align with Operations Teams and other important functions strategic roadmap.
• Develop communication reviews with leadership, reviewing critical suppliers, upcoming projects and an understanding of the forward needs.
• A demonstrated ability to think strategically and translate that thinking into robust and well-crafted category strategies.
• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills, with the ability to effectively interact with other functions. Fundamental understanding of the relationship between Procurement and other business functions and processes.
• Penchant for challenging the status quo, but with an ability to influence and lead cross-functional initiatives.
• Ability to simultaneously manage multiple projects and initiatives. Self-starter, with the ability to act independently and deliver results.
• Keep fully abreast of applicable market conditions and industry trends.
• Develop and cultivate important supplier relationships.
• Negotiate and formalize new supply agreements that provide a strategic advantage to the company.
• Develop and execute approaches that minimize supply and cost risks
• Address and resolve quality issues and supplier disputes in a manner that is fair but protects the company's interests.
• Network with company leaders and stakeholders to build a robust pipeline of sourcing productivity initiatives and work cross-functionally to execute those opportunities consistent with project timelines.

Qualifications

• BA/BS degree in business, engineering, or related; OR equivalent combination of experience, skills, and expertise.
• 5+ years related experience in strategic sourcing and management.
• 2+ years' experience in regional or global project management.
• Understanding of RFPs, reverse auctions, and vendor management.
• Experience in purchasing, marketing, commercial, or negotiations
• Lean Six Sigma, purchasing/supply chain, or similar certifications such as APICS.
• Must be able to travel 10-20% of the time

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About us:

Pittsburgh Paint Co., formerly part of PPG, is an industry leader in residential and commercial architectural coatings through its well-known portfolio of brands, including GLIDDEN, OLYMPIC, LIQUID NAILS, HOMAX, PITTSBURGH PAINTS & STAINS, Manor Hall, FLOOD, DULUX (in Canada), and SICO, among others. New Co. manufactures and sells interior and exterior paints, stains, caulks, repair products, adhesives, and sealants for homeowners and professionals. It also includes certain light-duty protective coatings products that are primarily sold through company-owned stores and manufactured through a common factory footprint. In total, our distribution network includes more than 15,000 touchpoints through company-owned stores, independent dealer locations, and major home improvement centers and retailers across the U.S. and Canada.

Pittsburgh Paints Co. provides equal opportunity to all candidates and employees. We offer an opportunity to grow and develop your career in an environment that provides a fulfilling workplace for employees, creates an environment for continuous learning, and embraces the ideas and diversity of others. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to sex, pregnancy, race, color, creed, religion, national origin, age, disability status, marital status, veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression.

Benefits will be discussed with you by your recruiter during the hiring process.

PPGs loneintervall och formaner kan variera beroende pa marknad, vilket gor att vi kan kompensera anstallda konkurrenskraftigt pa olika geografiska marknader. PPG tar hansyn till flera faktorer for att fatta beslut om ersattning, inklusive, men inte begransat till, kompetens, erfarenhet och fortbildning, kvalifikationer och utbildning, licenser och certifieringar samt andra organisatoriska behov. Andra incitament kan galla.

Vara formansprogram for anstallda ar utformade for att stodja vara anstalldas halsa och valbefinnande. Forsakringsskydd och formaner ar utformade i enlighet med kollektivavtal samt arbetsrattliga lagar och avtal.

About us:


Here at PPG we make it happen, and we seek candidates of the highest integrity and professionalism who share our values, with the commitment and drive to strive today to do better than yesterday - everyday.



PPG: WE PROTECT AND BEAUTIFY THE WORLD

Through leadership in innovation, sustainability and color, PPG helps customers in industrial, transportation, consumer products, and construction markets and aftermarkets to enhance more surfaces in more ways than does any other company.. To learn more, visit www.ppg.com and follow @ PPG on Twitter.



The PPG Way

Every single day at PPG:

We partner with customers to create mutual value.

We are "One PPG" to the world.

We trust our people every day, in every way.

We make it happen.

We run it like we own it.

We do better today than yesterday - everyday.


PPG provides equal opportunity to all candidates and employees. We offer an opportunity to grow and develop your career in an environment that provides a fulfilling workplace for employees, creates an environment for continuous learning, and embraces the ideas and diversity of others. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to sex, pregnancy, race, color, creed, religion, national origin, age, disability status, marital status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression. If you need assistance to complete your application due to a disability, please email [e-mail].


PPG values your feedback on our recruiting process. We encourage you to visit Glassdoor.com and provide feedback on the process, so that we can do better today than yesterday.

Benefits will be discussed with you by your recruiter during the hiring process.