Procurement Manager (Raw Materials)
Oldcastle APG, Poland, ME, United States
Job ID: 523113
Oldcastle® APG, a CRH Company, is North America’s leading provider of innovative outdoor living solutions that enable customers to Live Well Outside. The manufacturer’s portfolio of premier building products inspires endless possibilities while providing enduring outdoor spaces where people can connect, reflect and recharge. Award-winning brands include Belgard® hardscape, Echelon® Masonry, MoistureShield® composite decking, RDI® railing, Catalyst™ Fence Solutions, Sakrete® packaged concrete, Amerimix® mortar, Pebble Technology International® pool finishes, Lawn & Garden mulches and landscape features, and Techniseal® sands and sealant technologies.
Job Summary:
Directs and provides leadership of Lawn and Garden Northeast by establishing and executing a coherent procurement strategy that is consistent with the company’s culture, strategic business objectives and continuous improvement / cost management efforts.
Job Location:
This is a onsite role in Poland, ME.
Job Responsibilities:
Assist in monitoring inventory levels and securing vendors for raw materials including but not limited to: Soil Products, Amendments, Wood Products
Work closely with production forecasting to proactively procure materials
Help develop, plan, and execute purchasing plans for responsible plants
Communicate plan with key players at each responsible plant
Establish/Maintain relationships with key plant personnel & key suppliers
Gather & share pertinent market intel for related markets to raw materials
Analyze, extrapolate, and understand cost fluctuations and how they affect bills of material and the bottom line
Identify procurement synergies between regional plants
Identify opportunities for cost savings at assigned plants or as required
Negotiate pricing for current and new materials
Identify new potential vendors for freight, pallets, raw materials
Complete analysis vs current to determine viability and cost effectiveness of new vendors, alternate products, and new vendors
Assist in entering various POs
Support various procurement initiatives as a support person regionally & nationally where applicable
Help develop best practices, apply, execute, document, and communicate
Assist in procuring and executing goods and services as assigned
Responsible for multi state procurement in the Northeast
Job Requirements:
Bachelor’s Degree (Preferred)
At least 5 years of relevant work experience
Experience in negotiation
Strong attention to detail & organizational skills
Ability to prioritize, multi-task, and manage time effectively
Ability to work in a fast-paced, quickly changing environment
Strong ability to be flexible, adaptable, and resourceful
Strong Communication skills
Proficiency in MS Office Suite
What CRH Offers You
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
About CRH
CRH has a long and proud heritage. We are a collection of hundreds of family businesses, regional companies and large enterprises that together form the CRH family. CRH operates in a decentralized, diversified structure that allows you to work in a small company environment while having the career opportunities of a large international organization.
If you’re up for a rewarding challenge, we invite you to take the first step and apply today! Once you click apply now, you will be brought to our official employment application. Please complete your online profile and it will be sent to the hiring manager. Our system allows you to view and track your status 24 hours a day. Thank you for your interest!
Oldcastle APG, a CRH Company, is an Affirmative Action and Equal Opportunity Employer.
EOE/Vet/Disability
CRH is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, status as a protected veteran or any other characteristic protected under applicable federal, state, or local law.
AI tools may be used in certain stages of the employment lifecycle, such as candidate review; however, all final employment decisions will be made by a person.
Oldcastle® APG, a CRH Company, is North America’s leading provider of innovative outdoor living solutions that enable customers to Live Well Outside. The manufacturer’s portfolio of premier building products inspires endless possibilities while providing enduring outdoor spaces where people can connect, reflect and recharge. Award-winning brands include Belgard® hardscape, Echelon® Masonry, MoistureShield® composite decking, RDI® railing, Catalyst™ Fence Solutions, Sakrete® packaged concrete, Amerimix® mortar, Pebble Technology International® pool finishes, Lawn & Garden mulches and landscape features, and Techniseal® sands and sealant technologies.
Job Summary:
Directs and provides leadership of Lawn and Garden Northeast by establishing and executing a coherent procurement strategy that is consistent with the company’s culture, strategic business objectives and continuous improvement / cost management efforts.
Job Location:
This is a onsite role in Poland, ME.
Job Responsibilities:
Assist in monitoring inventory levels and securing vendors for raw materials including but not limited to: Soil Products, Amendments, Wood Products
Work closely with production forecasting to proactively procure materials
Help develop, plan, and execute purchasing plans for responsible plants
Communicate plan with key players at each responsible plant
Establish/Maintain relationships with key plant personnel & key suppliers
Gather & share pertinent market intel for related markets to raw materials
Analyze, extrapolate, and understand cost fluctuations and how they affect bills of material and the bottom line
Identify procurement synergies between regional plants
Identify opportunities for cost savings at assigned plants or as required
Negotiate pricing for current and new materials
Identify new potential vendors for freight, pallets, raw materials
Complete analysis vs current to determine viability and cost effectiveness of new vendors, alternate products, and new vendors
Assist in entering various POs
Support various procurement initiatives as a support person regionally & nationally where applicable
Help develop best practices, apply, execute, document, and communicate
Assist in procuring and executing goods and services as assigned
Responsible for multi state procurement in the Northeast
Job Requirements:
Bachelor’s Degree (Preferred)
At least 5 years of relevant work experience
Experience in negotiation
Strong attention to detail & organizational skills
Ability to prioritize, multi-task, and manage time effectively
Ability to work in a fast-paced, quickly changing environment
Strong ability to be flexible, adaptable, and resourceful
Strong Communication skills
Proficiency in MS Office Suite
What CRH Offers You
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
About CRH
CRH has a long and proud heritage. We are a collection of hundreds of family businesses, regional companies and large enterprises that together form the CRH family. CRH operates in a decentralized, diversified structure that allows you to work in a small company environment while having the career opportunities of a large international organization.
If you’re up for a rewarding challenge, we invite you to take the first step and apply today! Once you click apply now, you will be brought to our official employment application. Please complete your online profile and it will be sent to the hiring manager. Our system allows you to view and track your status 24 hours a day. Thank you for your interest!
Oldcastle APG, a CRH Company, is an Affirmative Action and Equal Opportunity Employer.
EOE/Vet/Disability
CRH is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, status as a protected veteran or any other characteristic protected under applicable federal, state, or local law.
AI tools may be used in certain stages of the employment lifecycle, such as candidate review; however, all final employment decisions will be made by a person.