Capital Procurement Leader

At GAF, we cover more than buildings. We cover each other. No matter what role, tenure, or track, under this roof you are empowered to be there for your teammates, your customers, and especially your community. Under this roof, we don’t back down from hard work– we support one another in pursuit of something bigger. We define the future while leading the present. And under this roof, we own our opportunities. Becoming the market leader only happens when everyone feels they have the opportunity, and the support, to thrive. We are GAF. And under this roof, we protect what matters most.

Team Summary
As a GAF strategic business partner, the Integrated Supply Chain (“ISC”) team provides proactive and reliable supply chain solutions to meet business and innovation goals while creating a competitive advantage for GAF and its customers. GAF’s Indirect spending is segmented into vertical spending categories Corporate & Manufacturing, and Capital Expenditures (Capital). The Capital Project Procurement team supports GAF Capital Project plans by developing & implementing appropriate Engineering, Equipment, and Construction category strategies, and leading project teams in executing procurement strategies that are aligned with project, procurement, and business objectives.

Job Summary
The Capital Procurement Leader (CPL) reports to the Procurement Director, Capital, and leads the procurement efforts across the life cycle of assigned projects. The CPL will have a broad knowledge of Procurement strategies, policies, and processes, and will be responsible for ensuring that Goods and Services are procured and delivered at optimal risk and price. As the primary point of contact for the Project Engineering, Manufacturing, and Business stakeholders, the CPL will foster partnering relationships to drive action and break down barriers to facilitate the delivery of on-time projects that are within budget and meet business expectations & objectives.
Essential Duties

The CPL will lead procurement efforts for project teams by developing and executing procurement, supplier selection, contract administration & closeout strategies. They will:

• Leverage the use of Category Strategies and Center of Excellence best practices to develop and implement “fit for purpose” project procurement strategies

• Negotiate and deliver savings and risk mitigation strategies

• Negotiate and manage large project contracts, including Engineering & Design, Construction (EPC) / Construction Management (EPCm) contracts

• Act as project liaison for EPC / EPCm firms when procuring the balance of plant equipment and services to ensure that GAF technology (IP), standard commercial terms, and best practices are adhered to

• Remains proactive and translates how the changes in priorities of the Capital Project portfolio impact the Procurement plans and Category Strategies

• Works closely with the business and project teams in providing risk and value engineering improvements with a continuous improvement mindset

• Engaged in supplier dispute resolution and advises business stakeholders on strategies to minimize risks

• Leverage insights gained from Procurement Key Performance Indicators to improve responsiveness and effectiveness

Under This Roof We Require

• Bachelor’s Degree in Arts/Sciences (BA/BS) in the field of engineering, supply chain, business or science Required

• Major Capital Project experience in industry plants and facilities that required multi-discipline engineering support Required

• Three or more years in a similar role Required

• Five or more years of Procurement experience Required

• Experience in the use of ERP systems (Peoplesoft, SAP, or equivalent) and other analytical tools Required

• Ability to grasp technical concepts, apply them when making source selections, and leverage them to find opportunities across projects

• Ability to negotiate complex and critical agreements with suppliers

• Demonstrated skills and abilities to influence at all levels of the organization

• Project delivery methods and contracting strategies including Firm Fixed Price, Reimbursable cost + fee, fee at risk, Incentive fee, and Guaranteed Maximum Price

• An ability to balance short-term needs against long-term objectives

• Strong understanding of Capital projects, and Capital Procurement best practices

• Ability to identify and innovate solutions

Under This Roof We Also Value

• Master’s degree in Arts/Sciences (MA/MS) Preferred
• Project and Business management experience Preferred
• Building Materials, or Pulp and Paper industry experience
• Six Sigma and Lean Manufacturing concepts

Travel- 25%

Consideration will be given based on geography, candidate experience, and qualifications.

Annual Salary Range: 135,000-172,500

How We Protect What Matters Most:1. We offer a wide range of health insurance options that include medical, dental, and vision for you and your family. 2. Our Family-Building benefits support the many different journeys to fertility and parenthood. 3. Our robust 401K plan includes an employer match contribution with your pre-tax and/or Roth contributions. 4. Other exciting programs and perks are available to help employees achieve work-life balance, including (but not limited to) a wellness program, free financial coaching, a referral program, and product rebates when purchased for an employee’s primary residence. 5. Professional growth and development are very important to us! We offer internal training programs and courses, as well as a generous tuition reimbursement program. 6. We put diversity and inclusion into action with our Employee Resource Groups, which unite employees based on common perspectives, identities, demographic factors, or out of a desire to be an ally.

GAF complies with federal, state, and local disability laws and makes reasonable accommodations for applicants and employees with disabilities. If a reasonable accommodation is needed to participate in the job application or interview process, to perform essential job functions, and/or to receive other benefits and privileges of employment, please contact HR Services at 833-HR-XPERT.

We believe our employees are our greatest resource. We offer competitive salary, benefits, 401k, and vacation packages for all full time permanent positions. We are proud to be an equal opportunity workplace and GAF, Standard Logistics, SGI, and Siplast are proud to be affirmative action employers. We are committed to equal employment opportunity regardless of race, color, ancestry, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, age, citizenship, marital status, disability, gender identity, or Veteran status. If you have a disability or special need that requires accommodation, please let us know. If applying for positions in the U.S., must be eligible to work in the U.S. without need for employer sponsored visa (work permit).