Oldcastle Inc.
General Services Category Manager, Americas - Atlanta, GA
Oldcastle Inc., Atlanta, Georgia, United States, 30383
Position OverviewThe
General Services Category Manager, Americas
is a key resource in strategically managing costs and supplier relationships to improve CRH’s profitability and competitive position. The Category Manager is responsible for managing spend categories and is accountable for implementing all category related decisions regarding products and services within the Americas.As a key member of the global General Services category team, this role will utilize the category management process to develop strategies, execute tenders, establish effective supply programs, and manage the overall success of the programs.The role ensures that business requirements are considered in the category strategy. The General Services Category Manager will work directly with suppliers, CRH procurement personnel, requirements specifiers, subject matter experts, management, and other key internal stakeholders to ensure program objectives are achieved.Key Tasks and ResponsibilitiesPrimarily supports Americas based CRH divisions and Corporate services departmentsManaging assigned General Services spend categories within the Americas participating and facilitating cross-functional and cross-regional/global teamsSupport the development of category strategies and ensure that strategies are executed locallyExecute the RFX and sourcing process including negotiations and contract developmentAccountable for procurement KPI Performance Management and process adherence in their area of responsibilityLead cross-functional teams to execute procurement projects, from initiation to closureDevelop project plans, timelines, and track progress against milestonesMaintains strategic relationships with key suppliersAnalyses supply market, anticipates changes, and drives associated procurement activitiesEvaluates contracts and suppliers to facilitate final supplier base decisions with relevant stakeholdersEnsures products and services are purchased in the most cost- and time-efficient manner, implements and ensures purchasing best practicesCoordinates category and supplier strategy implementationEducation/ExperienceBachelor’s degree in business, Supply Chain Management, or a related field5+ years in procurement or strategic sourcing experience with a focus on indirect servicesProven track record of leading and managing complex procurement projectsStrong negotiation and contract management skillsExperience in working in a cross-functional environmentSkills and CompetenciesExcellent analytical and problem-solving skillsExceptional communication and interpersonal skillsAbility to build and maintain effective relationships with internal and external stakeholdersProficiency in Microsoft Office SuiteExperience with e-procurement tools and systems (i.e., Ariba, Coupa) a plusWhat CRH Offers YouHighly competitive base payComprehensive medical, dental and disability benefits programsGroup retirement savings programHealth and wellness programsA diverse and inclusive culture that values opportunity for growth, development, and internal promotionAbout CRHCRH 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!CRH is an Affirmative Action and Equal Opportunity Employer.EOE/Vet/Disability--If you want to know more, please click on this link.
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General Services Category Manager, Americas
is a key resource in strategically managing costs and supplier relationships to improve CRH’s profitability and competitive position. The Category Manager is responsible for managing spend categories and is accountable for implementing all category related decisions regarding products and services within the Americas.As a key member of the global General Services category team, this role will utilize the category management process to develop strategies, execute tenders, establish effective supply programs, and manage the overall success of the programs.The role ensures that business requirements are considered in the category strategy. The General Services Category Manager will work directly with suppliers, CRH procurement personnel, requirements specifiers, subject matter experts, management, and other key internal stakeholders to ensure program objectives are achieved.Key Tasks and ResponsibilitiesPrimarily supports Americas based CRH divisions and Corporate services departmentsManaging assigned General Services spend categories within the Americas participating and facilitating cross-functional and cross-regional/global teamsSupport the development of category strategies and ensure that strategies are executed locallyExecute the RFX and sourcing process including negotiations and contract developmentAccountable for procurement KPI Performance Management and process adherence in their area of responsibilityLead cross-functional teams to execute procurement projects, from initiation to closureDevelop project plans, timelines, and track progress against milestonesMaintains strategic relationships with key suppliersAnalyses supply market, anticipates changes, and drives associated procurement activitiesEvaluates contracts and suppliers to facilitate final supplier base decisions with relevant stakeholdersEnsures products and services are purchased in the most cost- and time-efficient manner, implements and ensures purchasing best practicesCoordinates category and supplier strategy implementationEducation/ExperienceBachelor’s degree in business, Supply Chain Management, or a related field5+ years in procurement or strategic sourcing experience with a focus on indirect servicesProven track record of leading and managing complex procurement projectsStrong negotiation and contract management skillsExperience in working in a cross-functional environmentSkills and CompetenciesExcellent analytical and problem-solving skillsExceptional communication and interpersonal skillsAbility to build and maintain effective relationships with internal and external stakeholdersProficiency in Microsoft Office SuiteExperience with e-procurement tools and systems (i.e., Ariba, Coupa) a plusWhat CRH Offers YouHighly competitive base payComprehensive medical, dental and disability benefits programsGroup retirement savings programHealth and wellness programsA diverse and inclusive culture that values opportunity for growth, development, and internal promotionAbout CRHCRH 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!CRH is an Affirmative Action and Equal Opportunity Employer.EOE/Vet/Disability--If you want to know more, please click on this link.
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