Purchasing Specialist I

As a Purchasing Specialist, you will be a buyer supporting research and development at our Science and Technology center (located in Granville, Ohio).  Areas in scope would be MRO, capital, lab equipment, consultant fees, testing services, site operational services, or other business services from external suppliers. You will ensure Owens Corning’s values and business policies are upheld, while demonstrating a commitment toward personal transformation, high performance, business acumen, market knowledge and leadership.

Reports to:  FP&A Leader

Span of Control: OC Science & Technology (USA)

Execution of Sourcing Strategy (50%)

• Implementing purchasing needs in alignment with business strategy for R&D stakeholders.
• Partner with legal counsel to ensure all contracts relating to product procurement contain all details of the negotiation.
• Collaborate with the broader Sourcing community for learning processes and creating efficient solutions for the complex purchasing required within Science & Technology.
• Work with other areas of the organization regarding IP protection, safety, vendor setup, and freight terms as they relate to the purchasing process.
• Along with the other Purchasing Specialist, provide solutions to improve Granville spending.

Continuous Improvement and Compliance: (30%)

• Lead sourcing process changes that improve efficiency and eliminate risk to the organization.
• Proactively identify opportunities and develop new and innovative ideas to achieve organization outcomes while ensuring Owens Corning’s policies, processes and procedures are adhered to.
• Partner with the other Purchasing Specialist to build capabilities specific for the advancement of sourcing such as enhancing the RFP process, standard templates, and educational tools.
• Ensure site compliance to Owens Corning’s requirements, processes, and controls.
• Partner with the Site Controller and Granville admin team to ensure compliance with P-card, purchase requisition, and other purchasing related processes.

Communication & Training (20%)

• Partner with the other Purchasing Specialist to provide training for stakeholders on processes.
• Respond to internal and external stakeholder requests with consistent and clear messaging.
• Influence others; persuasively present ideas; inspire commitment and ensure support.
• Be a local SAP, Coupa, and Business Information champion for Sourcing.
• Communication with external vendors as the POC for invoicing.
• Lead and/or participate on teams to implement improvements or other site related projects.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:

• Undergraduate degree required; preferably Supply Chain Management or Business.
• 1 year of experience in Supply Chain/Sourcing.

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS

• Prefer 3 years of experience in Strategic Sourcing or equivalent experience in the relevant business categories and managing internal/external relationships, while delivering business results.
• International freight knowledge, such as freight brokers, incoterms, and customs clearance.
• Experience with SAP and Coupa systems.
• Experience with payment terms and contract negotiations.

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS & ABILITIES:

• Strong interpersonal, communication, presentation and relationship skills are necessary to work with a diverse spectrum of suppliers across business segments and across the globe.
• Ability to work with senior managers and executives.
• Demonstrate business & financial acumen and analytics, critical thinking, problem solving and decision making.
• Skills in contract negotiation.
• Ability to learn quickly and work independently.
• Build good relationships with suppliers and stakeholders.
• Able to work with all levels of the organization to enable change.
• Thrive in a complex, matrixed environment with many unique purchasing situations.

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About Owens Corning  

Owens Corning is a branded building products leader with three complementary market-leading businesses providing roofing, insulation, and doors primarily for residential markets in North America and Europe. The company operates with an integrated go-to-market strategy and a unique set of OC Advantages™ – including its iconic brand, unparalleled commercial strength, leading technology, and winning cost position – to help customers win and grow in the market. Owens Corning is committed to helping build better and achieve more through winning partnerships, leading performance, and engaging people. Founded in 1938 and headquartered in Toledo, Ohio, Owens Corning is listed on the New York Stock Exchange (NYSE: OC). For more information, visit www.owenscorning.com. 

Owens Corning is an equal opportunity employer. Except in limited circumstances such as formal apprenticeship programs, Owens Corning does not employ anyone under the age of 18.