Category Manager Facility Services & Contingent Labor

GAF • Parsippany, NJ

1d • $120,000 - $165,000 • Onsite

About The Position

The Category Manager Facility and Contract Services Procurement will be a part of the Indirect Procurement team, reporting to the Senior Director of Procurement. This role is responsible for the development of Category Strategies for Site Services and Contingent Labor categories, negotiations, management of all global suppliers and contracts, spend analysis, and management of the RFx (RFQ, RFP, RFI) process from start to finish. The goal is to 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.

Requirements

• 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

Nice To Haves

• 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

Responsibilities

• 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.

Benefits

• Wide range of health insurance options that include medical, dental, and vision for you and your family.
• Family-Building benefits support the many different journeys to fertility and parenthood.
• Robust 401K plan includes an employer match contribution with your pre-tax and/or Roth contributions.
• Wellness program, free financial coaching, a referral program, and product rebates when purchased for an employee’s primary residence.
• Internal training programs and courses, as well as a generous tuition reimbursement program.
• 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.
• Competitive salary, benefits, 401k, and vacation packages for all full time permanent positions.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Senior