Buyer Procurement

Location:

Alpena, MI, US, 49707

Pay Type: Salary

ARE YOU READY TO BUILD PROGRESS WITH US?

Driven by our purpose: Building progress for people and the planet. We are transforming to become the global leader in innovative and sustainable building solutions. Holcim is enabling greener cities, smarter infrastructure and improving living standards around the world. With sustainability at the core of its strategy Holcim is becoming a net zero company, with its people and communities at the heart of its success. The company is driving circular construction as a world leader in recycling to build more with less. Holcim is 70,000 people around the world who are passionate about building progress for people and the planet through four business segments: Cement, Ready-Mix Concrete, Aggregates and Solutions & Products.

Description:

About The Role

To execute purchase to pay activities for purchases as pre-defined by Procurement Policies and Procedures (Buyways).

What You’ll Be Doing

• Demonstrates a commitment to communicating, improving and adhering to safety policies in all work environments and areas.
• Review and assess requisitions to ensure information is meaningful and correct.
• Create the proper purchase order “type” according to the buy (utilities, services, capex, framework orders, etc.)
• Redirect requisitions to the proper channel as defined
• Ensure bids and request for quotes are obtained according to policy.
• Manage parked PO invoices.
• Ensure standard payment terms are applied.
• Direct vendor creations, changes, deletions and extensions to the relevant Procurement Specialist for consideration.
• Identify opportunities to improve the P2P process.
• Become familiar with tax requirements and ensure proper use on purchase orders.
• Ensure proper use of PCS codes.
• Ensure the highest compliance to procurement strategies and procedures.
• Negotiate favorable process with suppliers for local agreements.
• Procure the right materials and services at the lowest total cost of ownership and have them available when needed.
• Be the main point of contact for data collection for information requested by the procurement manager.
• Other duties as assigned.

What We Are Looking For

Education: Associate’s degree

Additional Education Preferred: Bachelor’s degree

Field of Study Preferred: Supply Chain, Finance/Accounting, Purchasing Techniques.

Required Work Experience: 3-5 years

Required Computer and Software Skills: SAP experience preferred or a similar purchasing program. MRP experience is required, Intermediate to advanced Microsoft & Google product experiences.

Travel Requirements: 10-15%

Additional Requirements:

• Demonstrate a commitment to communicating, improving and adhering to health, safety and environmental policies in all work environments and areas. Promote a culture of safety and exhibit these behaviors.
• Successful candidates must adhere to all safety protocols and proper use of Holcim approved Personal Protection Equipment (“PPE”), including but not limited to respirators. Subject to applicable law, employees that are required to wear respirators must be clean shaven where the respirator seal meets the face in order to pass the qualitative and quantitative fit tests.

What We Offer

• Competitive salary
• Retirement Savings: Choose from 401(k) pre-tax and/or Roth after-tax savings
• Medical, Dental, Disability and Life Insurance coverage
• Holistic Health & Well-being programs
• Health Savings Accounts (HSAs) & Flexible Spending Accounts (FSAs) for health and dependent care
• Vision and other Voluntary benefits and discounts
• Paid time off & paid holidays
• Paid Parental Leave (maternity & paternity)
• Educational Assistance Program
• Dress for your day

Your Holcim Experience

At Holcim, there is endless opportunity for you to play your part. Whether you’re in a technical, managerial, or frontline role, you can shape a career that works for you. With us you’ll have the chance to embrace the passion we share for our planet. You’ll be encouraged to seek out diverse perspectives, share your ideas and build the skills and connections you need to perform at your best. Because it’s only when we work together in a culture where everyone thrives, that we can build the world we all want to live in.

Benefits

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In compliance with the ADA Amendments Act (ADAAA), if you have a disability and would like to request accommodation in order to apply for a position with us, please call (773) 355-4557 or email [email protected]. This email address and phone number should only be used for accommodations and not general inquiries or resume submittals.

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Driven by our purpose to build sustainable solutions for people and our planet, Holcim US encourages interested candidates who meet many, even if not all of the job requirements to apply for a position. We provide a safe working environment for all and strive for diversity in our teams and inclusivity in our work.

We take pride in our hiring processes and our commitment to all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to age, race, color, ethnicity, religion, creed, national origin, ancestry, gender, gender identity, gender expression, sex, sexual orientation, marital status, pregnancy, parental status, genetic information, citizenship, physical or mental disability, past, current, or prospective service in the uniformed services, or any other characteristic protected by applicable federal, state or local law. Our goal is to drive diversity in our teams and inclusivity in our work. Holcim (US) Inc., Holcim – ACM Management, Inc., and their affiliates and subsidiaries are an Equal Opportunity Employer, deciding all employment on the basis of qualification, merit and business need.

While we sincerely appreciate all applications, only candidates selected for an interview will be contacted.

Nearest Major Market: Northern Michigan