Director, Indirect Purchasing - The Pittsburgh Paints Company - Military Veterans

The Director of Indirect Purchasing will have responsibility for the Pittsburgh Paints Company’s procurement strategy, processes, people and results as it relates to Indirect Material purchasing.  You will improve PPC’s supplier base with an annual spend of more than $500MM purchased in indirect materials spanning many categories and suppliers across the US and Canada. 

Reporting to the Head of Procurement, the Director of Indirect Materials will sit on the Procurement leadership team and will ensure the development and understanding of procurement strategies satisfying organizational goals while also providing:

• Balance between cost, service and risk
• A balance between the short- and long-term when developing strategic sourcing category strategies
• A continuous improvement mindset with close ties to future technologies, trends, expertise
• People-centric leadership that develops a diverse group of procurement professionals

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

Key Responsibilities

• Coach, lead and develop a team of category managers to:
  • Develop and implement strategic sourcing for commodity categories to provide a competitive advantage for PPC
  • Develop market intelligence and deep knowledge of the business environment globally to detect risks and opportunities.
  • Anticipate trends to help elaborate indices per category.
  • Develop price forecast and cost savings forecast per category
  • Meet the cost savings targets established as a result of the strategy implementation
  • Identify potential new suppliers and lead alternative suppliers approval plans with functional partners.
  • Develop collaboration with suppliers, to obtain unique price, service and terms for PPC
• Ensure compliance with PPC Procurement policies
• Ensure collaboration to develop category strategies with important partners
• Achieve process efficiency

Qualifications

• 10+ Years of progressive experience within a procurement function with relevant industry experience
• An undergraduate degree in engineering, supply chain or related field is required. 
• Experience in driving cost savings and efficiency improvements.
• Experience in complex negotiations
• Knowledge of trends with the Packaging, MRO, IT/Marketing/HR Services, Logistics and Purchased Finished Goods Market within the Coatings Industry

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About us:

Pittsburgh Paints 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.

PPG pay ranges and benefits can vary by location which allows us to compensate employees competitively in different geographic markets. PPG considers several factors in making compensation decisions including, but not limited to, skill sets, experience and training, qualifications and education, licensure and certifications, and other organizational needs. Other incentives may apply. 
 
Our employee benefits programs are designed to support the health and well-being of our employees. Any insurance coverages and benefits will be in accordance with the terms and conditions of the applicable plans and associated governing plan documents.
 

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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 recruiting@ppg.com.



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