Regional Procurement Manager

Date: Oct 1, 2024

Location: CARTERSVILLE, Georgia, US, 30121

Company: Gerdau

We Have

  • A strong global presence with steel mills that transform millions of metric tons of raw material to produce steel beams, special quality bars, merchant bar, rebar, spikes, and wire used by the auto industry, appliance, construction, machinery, and equipment industries.    
  • A culture that welcomes diversity, encourages innovation, and creates products that serve humanity.  
  • An environment that values teamwork, safety, and sustainability. 
  • A commitment to continuous improvement and the belief that we can create a better future for our employees and our global community by investing in people, processes, and technology. 

 

 We Offer

  • Comprehensive Medical, Prescription, Dental, Vision Plans – Eligible upon 1st day of hire 
  • Health & Dependent Care (Flexible Spending Account) 
  • 100% Matching 401K up to 6% 
  • Life/Accidental Life Insurance
  • Paid Parental Leave
  • Annual Bonus
  • Health Advocate Services 
  • Employee Assistance Program 
  • Tuition Reimbursement Program 
  • Career Path System and Professional Training

 

Your Qualifications

  • Bachelor’s degree in business administration or a related area of study.
  • Minimum of 7 years of related purchasing experience managing a wide variety of major purchasing projects/initiatives. Experience with vendor management, value analysis, and contemporary procurement processes, combined with negotiation terms of sale, inventory control procedures, pricing methods.
  • A general understanding of accounting practices and related manufacturing costs/supply sources required.
  • Self-directed; capable of developing and executing departmental strategies while performing tactical procurement activities.
  • Supervisory experience with the ability to lead teams within multiple locations to influence change. 
  • Ability to develop high performance teams.
  • Proven coach and trainer of the procurement process.
  • Strong verbal and written communication skills.
  • Project planning knowledge and experience.Working knowledge of Microsoft Office suite software.
  • Strong technical aptitude and analytical skills with the ability to assess trends and statistical data/reports.

 

Your Purpose

You will report to the VP, Procurement & Logistics and be considered a corporate resource. You will be responsible for providing leadership, guidance, and technical expertise to customer groups and stakeholders such as local Purchasing Managers and Purchasing Agents to ensure that material and service requirements are met while minimizing total short and long-term costs. You will be responsible for ensuring that all Procurement & Logistics regulations, processes, and policies are communicated, adhered to, and enforced.

 

You will be responsible for incorporating sustainability principles in our sourcing parameters and in the management of suppliers to promote sustainable development. As part of this effort, when acquiring products and services, you will work to ensure the adherence of its suppliers and contractors to Gerdau’s Sustainability Policy and Code of Ethics for Third Parties. Gerdau seeks to disseminate a culture of sustainability throughout its value chain through partnership, communication, awareness and engagement initiatives.

 

Your Work

  • Procure all direct materials, indirect materials, storerooms and capital equipment.
  • Provide technical expertise in procurement related areas to local purchasing teams and leadership.
  • Assesses gaps in processes and recommend companywide improvements and implement process improvement initiatives via local leaders.
  • Continuously audit existing practices for compliance and efficiency and develop new strategies for continuous improvement.
  • Analyze spending habits and supplier capabilities within the assigned area, and work with management and site personnel to develop standards and specific criteria for purchasing activities.
  • Review existing purchasing practices, make recommendations and implement purchasing programs to improve efficiency and cut down costs.
  • Educate and train local Procurement leaders to empower them and ensure local Procurement resources have the knowledge needed to support Procurement & Logistics processes and needs.
  • Enforces compliance of personnel with administrative policies and procedures.
  • Manages and coordinates purchasing activities and processes within multiple locations for Gerdau.
  • Negotiate company-wide vendor contracts and terms of sale for purchased goods and services to help reduce redundancies, improve pricing for the organization and ensure the best vendors are selected to serve the company’s needs.
  • Act as liaison between Gerdau and vendors to resolve any problems as they may arise.
  • Work with management and local Procurement leaders to lead analysis and vendor selections, including making changes as needed.
  • Ensure the company’s material and service requirements are met at the lowest possible cost.

 

Gerdau believes in equal employment opportunity related to all employees and applicants for employment. It is the policy of Gerdau that there will be no discrimination against any employee or applicant for employment on the basis of race, religion, color, national origin, citizenship, marital status, sex, age, sexual orientation, genetic information, gender identity, veteran status, disability, or other legally protected status. 

 

If you are vision-impaired or have some other disability under the Americans with Disabilities Act / Accessible Canada Act or a similar law, and you wish to discuss potential accommodations related to applying for employment at Gerdau, please contact our Talent Acquisition Team at (866)-788-2798 or recruiting@gerdau.com


Nearest Major Market: Atlanta