Sourcing and Procurement Manager

Are you an experienced professional in the coatings and sealants industry? PPG Aerospace is looking for a dynamic Sourcing and Procurement Manager to join our team. Reporting directly to the Global Procurement Manager, you will manage a professional team of sourcing experts and optimize our sourcing strategies. This hybrid/remote position offers the flexibility of working from home with the requirement of being on-site three days a week. To qualify, you must reside within a commutable distance to Burbank, CA; Avon, MA; Wallingford, CT; Grand Prairie, TX; Huntsville, AL; Atlanta, GA; Mojave, CA; or Sylmar, CA. If you're ready to take the next step in your career with a global leader, apply today!Key Responsibilities• Oversee the purchasing of services and supplies necessary for operating the organization, including machinery, equipment, tools, and raw materials• Partner with the Coatings and Sealants, Sales and S&T teams to identify, support and manage material availability to meet production needs• Support PPG's Coatings and Sealants Science and Technology Labs when supplier issues arise and implement resolutions• Attend required meetings with suppliers and partners, to support our needs and continuity of supply chain• Communicate with purchasing, engineering, and manufacturing regarding inventory levels• Review proposals for price, delivery time, and quality, and select suppliers accordingly• Institute and promote cost reduction projects• Direct the purchasing function, including managerial and administrative responsibilities and authorize purchase ordersQualifications• Two (2) years in a lead, supervisory, or managerial role in Supply Chain, Production Purchasing, or related experience required• Bachelor’s degree in Supply Chain, Business Administration, or related discipline required• Experience in business process analysis, lean and six sigma, quality assurance, strategic sourcing, team facilitation, materials management, QAD, ERP (e.g., SAP), and cost reduction strategies preferred• APICS certification preferred• Ability to travel up to 25%• Must be a U.S. CitizenSalary Range: $95,000-$120,000 Depending on experience#LI-HybridLes grilles salariales et les avantages sociaux de PPG sont liés au lieu de travail ce qui nous permet de rémunérer nos salariés de manière compétitive sur différents marchés géographiques. PPG prend en compte plusieurs facteurs dans ses décisions en matière de rémunération, notamment, mais sans s'y limiter, les compétences, l'expérience et la formation, les qualifications et les diplômes, les certifications, ainsi que d'autres besoins organisationnels. D'autres éléments peuvent être pris en compte.Nos programmes d’avantages sociaux sont conçus pour favoriser la santé et le bien-être de nos salariés. Toutes les couvertures d’assurance et prestations seront conformes aux règlementation et code du travail en vigueur.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 WayEvery 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.