Strategic Sourcing Manager- Packaging at PPG INDUSTRIES INC in Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania

Job Description:

As Strategic Sourcing Manager-Packaging , you are responsible for strategically managing all USCA Packaging spends - negotiating agreements that optimize the total value for PPG in compliance with established purchasing policies. You will be responsible for overseeing projects and supplier relationships. You will support the development of USCA strategies, conduct RFPs, lead the selection of suppliers, negotiate contracts, define the implementation strategy and monitor compliance. Depending on the implementation approach and if needed, you will be responsible for implementing USCA programs and savings within their respective areas. You will manage a team of 3-5 category managers and report to the Packaging Procurement Segment Americas Lead

Key Responsibilities:
• Provide strategic direction for the USCA Packaging procurement strategy working directly with Functional stakeholders and Procurement team within USCA region and where applicable between the regions (Americas, APAC, EMEA) to drive and influence best practices.
• Prepare annual category plans to align the regions and countries.
• Develop regional strategic sourcing projects (where applicable) for critical categories using the strategic sourcing process.
• Identify and implement solutions to drive incremental cost reductions and cost avoidance opportunities through category knowledge by researching and understanding industry trends at the regional and global level.
• Work closely with the relevant Functional teams and the Sourcing Specialists in each region to assess, optimize and implement bid projects that align with Packaging Teams and other key functions strategic roadmap.
• Develop communication reviews with leadership, reviewing critical suppliers, upcoming projects and an understanding of the forward business needs.
• Role is located in the United States

Qualifications:
• Bachelor's degree, relevant procurement qualifications or direct work experience in the field.
• 5+ years experience in Manufacturing related Services strategic sourcing and management.
• 2+ years experience in regional or global project management with proven records of accomplishment.
• Proficiency with establishing contracts, monitoring performance and issue resolution.
• Ability to act with autonomy, effective communicator, proactive and results oriented
• Ability to initiate and lead change, influence and manage conflicts
• 5+ years of prior purchasing, marketing, commercial or negotiations experience.(Preferred)
• Willing to travel 25% of the time.

PPG pay ranges and benefits can vary by location which allows us to compensate employees competitively in different geographic markets. PPG considers several factors in making compensation decisions including, but not limited to, skill sets, experience and training, qualifications and education, licensure and certifications, and other organizational needs. Other incentives may apply.

Our employee benefits programs are designed to support the health and well-being of our employees. Any insurance coverages and benefits will be in accordance with the terms and conditions of the applicable plans and associated governing plan documents.

About us:

Here at PPG we make it happen, and we seek candidates of the highest integrity and professionalism who share our values, with the commitment and drive to strive today to do better than yesterday - everyday.

PPG: WE PROTECT AND BEAUTIFY THE WORLD™
Through leadership in innovation, sustainability and color, PPG helps customers in industrial, transportation, consumer products, and construction markets and aftermarkets to enhance more surfaces in more ways than does any other company.. To learn more, visit www.ppg.com and follow @ PPG on Twitter.

The PPG Way
Every single day at PPG:
We partner with customers to create mutual value.
We are "One PPG" to the world.
We trust our people every day, in every way.
We make it happen.
We run it like we own it.
We do better today than yesterday - everyday.

PPG provides equal opportunity to all candidates and employees. We offer an opportunity to grow and develop your career in an environment that provides a fulfilling workplace for employees, creates an environment for continuous learning, and embraces the ideas and diversity of others. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to sex, pregnancy, race, color, creed, religion, national origin, age, disability status, marital status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression. If you need assistance to complete your application due to a disability, please email recruiting@ppg.com.

PPG values your feedback on our recruiting process. We encourage you to visit Glassdoor.com and provide feedback on the process, so that we can do better today than yesterday.
Benefits will be discussed with you by your recruiter during the hiring process.