Procurement Buyer

CRH Americas • Shady Shores, TX

9d • Hybrid

About The Position

This person is responsible for purchasing quality products for our business and managing inventory levels. This role will coordinate the purchasing of materials, supplies and expediting services. In addition, this role will manage all local vendor relationships and ensure ordered products are purchased at optimum cost and received within the stated timeframe.

Requirements

• 3 + minimum experience working in procurement
• Sound knowledge of MS Office suite, including Word, Excel and PowerPoint.
• Exceptional time management skills and the ability to work independently and as part of a team, able to work on multiple projects at the same time and effectively manage priorities.
• Ability to manage and coordinate competing organizational needs
• Knowledge and experience with strategic procurement process, procurement best practices, import regulations, competitive bidding, market conditions, general contract terms and conditions
• Strong communication skills
• Ability to analyze complex data and derive well supported conclusions
• Demonstrated problem solving skills

Nice To Haves

• Post-secondary education and/or work experience in a related field is preferred
• Experience working in a manufacturing environment is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Be aware of and drive adoption of sourced programs as directed, to maximize value to the company
• Deliver cost savings and other procurement benefits (as defined in the Category Plan)
• Manage inventory levels and provide forecasts on future demands to assist the business
• Analyze inventory and payment terms financial impact
• Working within ERP system and responsible for data integrity
• Reviews and approved purchase requisitions, and generates POs as required
• Act as the single point of contact for the individual business and locally managed suppliers.
• Addresses discrepancies on POs and invoices
• Builds and sustains relationships across multiple manufacturing facilities and internal support teams
• Develop external relationships with suppliers by monitoring performance and cost effectiveness
• Prepare, co-develop, and execute procurement tactics for your domain
• Facilitate the process of obtaining quotes and / or bids from potential suppliers, if necessary
• Work closely with vendors to ensure on time deliveries, consistent quality, and uninterrupted supply chain, and best pricing. Report such changes to the internal stakeholders in a timely manner.
• Assist field personnel and Sourcing to perform tests and demonstrations of products / services to evaluate value
• Work with field personnel, requestors and stakeholders to clarify specifications, establish source alternatives, increase standardization and otherwise increase value related to an order
• Arrange for the proper transportation of the purchased products if needed, and not otherwise determined
• Conduct research and support efforts to identify and evaluate new / alternative suppliers which meet the business requirements
• Implement procurement strategy to ensure continuity of supply and alternative source of supply
• Work with regional and national procurement teams to track and communicate market conditions, pricing trends, and opportunities to maximize purchasing value
• Increase awareness of Procurement Best Practices and facilitate change throughout the Business
• Understand the local supply chain (manufacturing, distribution, delivery, use, service and disposal) related to the products and services being purchased

Benefits

• Highly competitive base pay
• Comprehensive medical, dental and disability benefits programs
• Group retirement savings program
• Health and wellness programs
• An inclusive culture that values opportunity for growth, development, and internal promotion

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: No Education Listed
• Number of Employees: 5,001-10,000 employees