Category Manager Facility Services & Contingent Labor

United States·Parsippanymid

Category ManagerProcurement & Purchasing

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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,

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Category ManagerProcurement & Purchasing

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.

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.

Requirements

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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
A leader in procurement standards and supply chain concepts, practices and procedures
Advanced negotiation skills and contract negotiation experience
Strategic mindset with a bias towards execution
Excellent oral and written communication skills

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

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).