Sourcing Specialist

Tremco Construction Products Group brings together Tremco CPG Inc.’s Commercial Sealants & Waterproofing and Roofing & Building Maintenance divisions; Tremco Barrier Solutions Inc.; Dryvit, Nudura and Willseal brands; Prebuck LLC; Weatherproofing Technologies, Inc.; Weatherproofing Technologies Canada and PureAir Control Services, Inc. Altogether, Tremco CPG companies operate 21 manufacturing facilities, 6 distribution sites, and 3 R&D/technology sites, and employ more than 2,700 people across North America.

GENERAL PURPOSE OF THE JOB:

The Sourcing Specialist is accountable to negotiate various commercial aspects of material supply agreements for the Roofing Building Maintenance Division. In collaboration with Roofing Product and Supply Chain members, this person ensures the consistent, reliable sourcing and availability of purchase for resale (PFR) products needed to support Roofing Product/Marketing sales plans that align with key strategic goals and initiatives. 

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Understands commodities markets, research markets and cultivates a list of suppliers for varying technologies and applications as driven by Product/Marketing strategy
• Negotiates and executes Supply Agreements; Maintains effective business relationships with key suppliers.     
• Acts as first point of contact and problem resolution for supplier issues and concerns regarding service level agreements. 
• Communicates Tremco procurement policies and performance metrics (quality standards, on time delivery, NAFTA certification, import documentation, supplier audits, etc.), and takes action to negotiate claims and secure concessions in the event of non-compliance. 
• Ensures that necessary documentation (purchase orders, invoices) are appropriately verified and authorized, and follows up to resolve discrepancies. 
• Maintains financial records (current costs, price standards) and forecasts commodities trends in support of near and long-term production plans and budgeting requirements. 
• Provides accurate, up to date information to the Divisional Supply and Product teams with respect to defined PFR’s quality and availability to support marketing/sales objectives.       
• Collaborates with cross functional groups to identify new, and sometimes non-traditional opportunities
• Participates in new PFR material commercialization initiatives through close interaction with the external supplier, product management team and other required functions as needed while acting as the conduit between Tremco and partner organizations.
• Serves as the main product sourcing liaison between Tremco and other RPM subsidiary organizations to identify and review new mutually beneficial opportunities.
• Works with the RPM Center Led Procurement Organization on cost reduction opportunities as well as reviewing RPM landscape for insourcing options.
• Is aware of and ensures that own and other’s actions are in alignment with Tremco’s OHS&E procedures and protocols and RPM’s code of conduct policies.

EDUCATION REQUIREMENT:

• HS Diploma with 4 years’ experience (purchasing, procurement, supply chain, materials processing or similar) OR
• Bachelor’s Degree with 2 years’ experience. 

EXPERIENCE REQUIREMENT:

• 2 - 4 years’ experience in purchasing, procurement, supply chain, materials processing or similar 

OTHER SKILLS, ABILITIES, AND QUALIFICATIONS:

• Excellent written and verbal communication skills
• Ability to be organized and thorough in execution of work, and consistently follow through on commitments
• Understanding of commodities markets and raw materials specifications (quality, consistency)
• Understanding of costing models in a production environment
• Functional abilities in SAP, word processing and spreadsheets
• Ability to develop and maintain vendor partnerships

PHYSICAL DEMANDS: Incumbent must be able to stand, walk, sit, use hands, reach, climb, balance, kneel, talk, and hear.

BENEFITS AND COMPENSATION:

The salary range for applicants in this position generally ranges between $73,651 and $92,063. This range is an estimate, based on potential employee qualifications, operations, needs, and other considerations permitted by law. The Company offers a variety of benefits to its employees, including but not limited to health insurance, paid holidays, paid time off, 401(k) Savings and Trust & Plan with company match, Company Pension Plan, Performance Based Bonus/Commission, and continuing education.

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to their race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability or veteran status.