Head of Procurement (Virtual Position)

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.

The Procurement Manager is responsible for planning, directing, coordinating and expediting the procurement strategy and activities across 7 dry mix sites in the west region. This role will manage local vendor relationships for materials, products, and services.

This is a remote role and this person must reside in the greater Phoenix, AZ or Salt Lake City, UT area.

Manage operational strategic workplan and work with site management to drive procurement value at a site and regional level.

Ensure cost effective purchase and timely delivery of paper & poly bags for products manufactured at our sites by working with forecasting team.

Represent company in negotiating with local and regional vendors acting as the single point of contact internally & externally.

Communicate with people outside the organization representing the organization to customers, the public, government, and other external sources.

Develop & implement purchasing and contract management instructions, policies, and procedures.

Prepare & process requisitions and purchase orders for supplies & equipment.

Work with internal and external logistics teams to manage inbound costs.

Understand local supply chain (manufacturing, distribution, delivery, use, service, and disposal) related to products & serviced purchased.

Participate in development of specs for equipment, raw materials, and substitute materials.

Working within ERP system as needed - responsible for data integrity.

Maintain excellent working relationships with regional operations & national procurement to track and communicate market conditions, pricing trends, and opportunities to maximize procurement value.

Up to 50% regional travel.

Bachelor’s degree and/or work experience in a related field.

4+ years’ 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.

Knowledge and experience with strategic procurement processes, procurement best practices, import regulations, competitive bidding, market conditions, general contract terms and conditions.

Exceptional written and verbal communication skills with the ability to relate with each level of the organization, internal customers, vendors, and clients effectively.

Bonus is 10% - 15% annually

401(k) / retirement savings program

Short-term and long-term disability benefits

Life insurance

Health, Dental, and Vision insurance

Paid holidays

Comprehensive medical, dental and disability benefits programs

Group retirement savings program

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.

Oldcastle APG, a CRH Company, is an affirmative action and equal opportunity employer.

EOE/Vet/Disability

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.

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