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Saint-Gobain North America · 17 hours ago

CAPEX Buyer Analyst

Malvern, PA

Full-time

Onsite

Mid, Senior Level

3+ years exp

Saint-Gobain North America is a leader in light and sustainable construction, dedicated to making the world a better home through innovative materials and services. The Capex Buyer Analyst will support Category Managers and CAPEX Leads with operational and strategic activities essential for project success, including supplier management, contract communication, and compliance with purchasing policies.

Building MaterialReal Estate

Responsibilities

Ensure due diligence on project suppliers is done on a timely basis (Non-Disclosure Agreements, D&B, Graydon, RFI etc.)

Establish new supplier accounts to ProSource e-tool

Tender RFQ to request bids from suppliers to win specified business projects/deals

Establish bidding format through Prosource

Fill out draft contract for RFP/RFX

Support buyers with pre and/or post contract communication with the vendors

Assist Capex Buyers in contacting various internal departments (Engineering, Risk Management, Legal, Operations, etc) to facilitate expedient communication as required

Set up bid walk for projects and coordinate RFIs/FAQs

Download bid proposals from ProSource and send non-awarded communications

Review, maintain and manage the Capex purchasing procedures as well as digital tools. (i.e. Prosource, ProContract, PPM, Procube, and E-Auctions)

Foster compliance regarding the BU Purchasing Policy, Purchasing ICRF (Internal Controls Reference Framework), and P-Card Policy

Perform Documentation Process for files and records (i.e. quotations, purchase orders, MB51 reports, receipts, etc.) for the purpose of ensuring the availability of documentation and compliance with established policies as well as audit guidelines

Generate weekly/monthly reports as needed by department head. (i.e. weekly RFXs report, SmartSheet, percentage report annually and combined Contract list report)

Proactively identify efficiency and/or cost savings opportunities to work with both vendors & internal teams to drive implementation

Create, develop, and deliver Capex Newsletter each quarter to all Business Units

Provide analytical support to the fleet team by generating reports and as needed

Provide training for new employees and to other Business Units with Digital tools (i.e ProSource, ProContract, Supplier Portal, Adobe Sign, bid waiver platform, Share Point, DNB, SmartSheet)

Generate the Purchase Order (PO) and send to supplier (after review and approval from PM)

Follow up with supplier to send the invoice and lien waiver signed to Capex team

Collaborate with AP team to make payments according to milestones in the contract

Act as a lead buyer to support between 4-8 projects per year for sourcing, tendering, evaluation, negotiation, and contract completion

Sourcing, identify and contact suppliers who meet project's need

Use of internal database to track POs/spend per supplier to create leverage in negotiations and identify collaboration with other teams

Meet with Project Manager to review Scope of Work (SOW), drawings, and any other files critical for the project aiming to comply with SG purchasing policies and procedures

Qualification

SAPNegotiationProject ManagementAdobe Acrobat SignSmartSheetSupply Chain Management CertificationCapital Purchases ExperienceAccuracyUnderstanding product specificationsLeadershipProblem-solvingTime managementAttention to detailVerbal communication

Required

Bachelors Degree plus 3 to 5 years or equivalent experience required

Software SAP, Adobe Acrobat Sign, Jaggaer, SmartSheet

Advanced in MS OFFICE (Excel, Word, PowerPoint, Microsoft Teams, and One Note)

Negotiation, Leadership, Problem-solving, Time management, Project Management skills

Accuracy and attention to detail

Excellent verbal communication & ability to use independent judgement

Ability to effectively participate in negotiations

Knowledge of procurement best practices and techniques

Ability to comprehend and initiate report criteria (ability to analyze and present)

Ability to travel as needed 10%

Preferred

Supply Chain Management Certification, a plus

Experience in capital purchases (Construction, manufacturing equipment etc.), Purchasing and Logistics or a similar field; knowledge in International Commerce, a plus

Ability to understand product specification, compliance documentations and contracts is a plus