Raw Material Procurement Specialist

The Raw Material Procurement Specialist is responsible for the development and procurement of Raw Materials. Using analytics, this individual will provide insight towards improving supplier lead times, order quantities, and inventory management that results in working capital savings and cost reduction. This role requires excellent communication skills and the ability to coordinate activities across functional areas as well as with vendors, carriers and plant personnel.
Reports to: ISB Raw Material Procurement Team Leader
Span of Control: Individual role with assigned responsibilities
JOB RESPONSIBILITIES

• Live the Safety standard and adhere to all safety responsibilities
• Procures Raw Materials for insulation plants to support finished goods production schedule
• Acts as a liaison between production planning, operations, and external suppliers in managing the supply of Raw Materials
• Creates and maintains master data in SAP including material master, vendor master, info records etc.
• Maintains and manages supply-demand balances and inventory levels of key Raw Materials
• Executes inventory management principles
• Continuously improves sourcing processes with the objective of eliminating waste and minimizing manual system workarounds

• Leads productivity projects for Raw Materials
• Monitor goods receipts not invoiced (GRNI's) and kick outs to ensure suppliers are paid promptly, root cause and take action to prevent future recurrences
• Develop influential working relationship with the plant and key business partners by providing insight and advice that consistently improves thinking and decision-making processes and outcomes.

• Deeply understands the requirements and constraints of the plant and acts decisively to shape its outcome by influencing suppliers, transportation & sourcing through execution. Takes initiative and articulates ideas passionately and persuasively.
• Provide effective and timely information, thoughtful business insights/analytics and business performance evaluations to ensure the business meets their operations plan
• Identify value creation opportunities and risks the business must address. Build credible business plans and ensure the correct amount of resources exist to mitigate risk or realize opportunities
• Collaborate with suppliers, commodity leaders, science & technology and plants to ensure corporate objectives are achieved
• Translates business and organizational strategy into day-to-day priorities and actions
• Continuously improves total cost by identifying and acting to capture cost reduction opportunities
• Collaborates with packaging materials procurement team to develop understanding of their buying processes with the ability to perform basic duties as needed

JOB REQUIREMENTS
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:

• Bachelor's degree in supply chain management, business or a related field

PREFERRED EXPERIENCE:

• 2-5 years' experience in a sourcing, procurement, supply chain, customer service, or materials management role preferred

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS & ABILITIES:

• Critical thinking, analytical skills and problem solving
• Can operate in a fast paced, day to day operations work environment
• Excellent communication skills
• A sense of curiosity
• Able to work independently and with a team in a matrix environment
• The ability to manage multiple activities, manage projects, and effectively communicate results
• High work standards / quality
• Decision making capabilities a must
• General supply chain and business acumen
• SAP and Microsoft computer skills
• Highly motivated and results driven

About Owens Corning
Owens Corning is a global building and construction materials leader committed to building a sustainable future through material innovation. Our three integrated businesses - Composites, Insulation, and Roofing - provide durable, sustainable, energy-efficient solutions that leverage our unique material science, manufacturing, and market knowledge to help our customers win and grow. We are global in scope, human in scale with approximately 19,000 employees in 31 countries dedicated to generating value for our customers and shareholders, and making a difference in the communities where we work and live. Founded in 1938 and based in Toledo, Ohio, USA, Owens Corning posted 2022 sales of $9.8 billion. For more information, visit www.owenscorning.com.
Owens Corning is an equal opportunity employer.