Category Manager Facility Services & Contingent Labor

GAF Materials Corp.; United States; On-site; USD 120,000 - 165,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

401(k) with employer match

Tuition reimbursement

Wellness program

Job summary

GAF Materials Corp. in the United States is seeking a Category Manager for Facility and Contract Services Procurement within the Indirect Procurement team, reporting to the Senior Director of Procurement.

The role is responsible for developing category strategies for site services and contingent labor, managing RFx processes, and overseeing global suppliers and contracts to optimize indirect spend. The successful candidate will drive supplier negotiations, analyze spend, and implement

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s Degree in supply chain, business, science, engineering or related field.
• 8+ years of experience in indirect procurement, with focus on manufacturing services, facility services, or contingent labor.
• Procurement experience in roofing plant, paving industry, refinery, or manufacturing is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Develop category strategy for high-value indirect procurement spend.
• Develop sourcing plans and negotiation strategies.
• Collaborate with plant buyers and procurement operations to implement service and labor procurement strategies.
• Negotiate and manage supplier contracts and renewals.
• Align performance metrics with suppliers and conduct reviews.
• Identify alternate sourcing options to mitigate risks and reduce costs.
• Oversee RFx processes for assigned areas.
• Lead process improvements in indirect procurement.

Skills

Google Suite

Ariba

SAP S/4HANA

Financial analysis

Influence

Relationship building

Education

Bachelor’s Degree in Supply chain, business, science, or engineering

Tools

Ariba

SAP S/4HANA

Google Suite

Job description

Team Summary

At GAF, we cover more than buildings. We cover each other. No matter what role, tenure, or track, under this roof you are empowered to be there for your teammates, your customers, and especially your community. Under this roof, we don’t back down from hard work– we support one another in pursuit of something bigger. We define the future while leading the present. And under this roof, we own our opportunities. Becoming the market leader only happens when everyone feels they have the opportunity, and the support, to thrive. We are GAF. And under this roof, we protect what matters most.

Indirect Procurement Team

The Indirect Procurement (Manufacturing) Team oversees global supply for indirect Materials and services required by our plant sites. This Team is responsible for developing Supplier & Commodity Strategies to optimize cost and supply while mitigating supply risks, managing relationships with internal and external stakeholders and effectively Influencing, as well as, driving Sustainability, Quality, and other initiatives.

Job Summary

The Category Manager Facility and Contract Services Procurement will be a part of the Indirect Procurement team, reporting to the Senior Director of Procurement and responsible for development of Category Strategies for Site Services and Contingent Labor categories, negotiations, management of all global suppliers and contracts, spend analysis, management of the RFx (RFQ, RFP, RFI) process from start to finish and will ensure optimization of the Indirect procurement processes to drive success for the Indirect Team and GAF. The individual will also possess knowledge and understanding of procurement best practices and their impact on the GAF business. They will have a mature understanding of the industry and will maintain industry and supplier contacts and relationships, building effective partnerships that will assist in driving improvements and innovation in GAF.

Essential Duties

• Develop category strategy for all high value spend in their respective Indirect Procurement categories.
• Develop Sourcing plans and negotiation strategies aligned with overall Procurement categories.
• Work closely with internal stakeholders (Plant buyers & Procurement operations team) to drive implementation of plant/facility services and contract labor procurement strategies
• Develop and manage Supplier relationships and Negotiate all Supply Contracts with Vendors as well as their timely renewals aligned with the overall Procurement Strategies.
• Align performance matrix with suppliers & conduct supplier reviews to measure Supplier performance against Contractual commitments.
• Develop and recommend alternate sourcing options to mitigate supply risks, lower cost to expand revenue opportunities.
• Oversee the bid process for assigned functional areas according to established guidelines.
• Lead all process improvements in the respective Indirect Procurement space.
• Assist in researching materials, goods & services that would improve plant’s productivity and / or lower costs.
• Formulate and manage cost savings and innovation proposals both internally and externally.
• Other duties as assigned.

Qualifications

Required Bachelor’s Degree Supply chain, business, science, or engineering or related field
Required 8+ years of experience in indirect procurement required, with a focus area in Manufacturing services, Facility Services, and/or Contingent Labor category management preferred
Procurement experience within roofing plant, paving industry, or refinery or manufacturing company is preferred

Qualifications Preferred

• Skilled at using software tools for daily job execution (Google Suite, Ariba & SAP S4/Hana experience preferred)
• Strong financial management and analysis skills
• Ability to influence and to drive value as a trusted business partner
• Excellent people and relationship building skills
• Ability to excel in a matrix management environment

Physical Demands

• Stationary Position - Frequently
• Stationary Position/Seated - Frequently
• Reaching - Occasionally
• Handling - Occasionally
• Grasping - Occasionally
• Communicate/Talking - Frequently
• Communicate/Hearing - Frequently
• Repetitive Motions - Frequently

Dimensions

• Number of Indirect Reports: 0
• Number of Direct Reports: 0
• Travel Requirements: 20%

Base salary and/or rate of pay ranges listed are exclusive of fringe benefits and potential bonuses. Individual compensation offers will be determined based on a variety of factors, including but not limited to geographic location, relevant candidate experience and skill, education, and/or qualifications.

Base Salary Range: $120,000-$165,000

How We Protect What Matters Most

1. We offer a wide range of health insurance options that include medical, dental, and vision for you and your family.
2. Our Family-Building benefits support the many different journeys to fertility and parenthood.
3. Our robust 401K plan includes an employer match contribution with your pre-tax and/or Roth contributions.
4. 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.
5. Professional growth and development are very important to us! We offer internal training programs and courses, as well as a generous tuition reimbursement program.
6. We\'re committed to fostering a culture that reflects our values to connect, empower, evolve, and inspire. We offer many opportunities for employees to connect with one another, including through our Employee Resource Groups who focus on education and allyship for all of our employees.

GAF complies with federal, state, and local disability laws and makes reasonable accommodations for applicants and employees with disabilities. If a reasonable accommodation is needed to participate in the job application or interview process, to perform essential job functions, and/or to receive other benefits and privileges of employment, please contact HR Services at 833-HR-XPERT.

We believe our employees are our greatest resource. We offer competitive salary, benefits, 401k, and vacation packages for all full time permanent positions. We are proud to be an equal opportunity workplace. We are committed to equal employment opportunity on the basis of each candidate's qualifications, experience, and merit, without regard to race, color, ancestry, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, age, citizenship, marital status, disability, gender identity, or Veteran status. If you have a disability or special need that requires accommodation, please let us know. If applying for positions in the U.S., must be eligible to work in the U.S. without need for employer sponsored visa (work permit).

Privacy Notice Applicant Notice With 130+ years in the industry, GAF is the leading roofing manufacturer in North America. As a member of the Standard Industries family of companies, we are also part of the largest roofing and waterproofing business in the world. Our communities help give our work meaning and the products we manufacture help protect what matters most. The shingles help to shelter the families living in the homes in our towns. The TPO helps protect what is under that hospital’s roof. In addition to quality products, we make sure they are installed by quality craftsmen and women. The full GAF portfolio of solutions is supported by an extensive national network of factory-certified contractors. GAF continues to be the leader in quality and offers comprehensive warranty protection on its products and systems. Our success is driven by a commitment to empowering our people to deliver advanced quality and purposeful innovation and the desire to protect what matters most.