Job Abstract

Behr Paint Company is seeking a Director of Procurement to join our extraordinary team. In this role, you will play a crucial part in our ambitious mission to maintain flawless supply chain operations and ensure the highest quality raw materials for our operations.

We are looking for a proven leader who can successfully implement efficient procurement systems, negotiate contracts, and collaborate with various departments to optimize inventory management. As the Director of Procurement, you will have the opportunity to lead a passionate team and make a significant impact on our organization.

• Oversee day-to-day operations of the procurement department, including supply chain and logistics.
• Supervise procurement staff and assume their duties as needed.
• Negotiate with vendors to obtain favorable pricing, availability, and delivery scheduling.
• Develop and maintain purchasing strategies, policies, and procedures.
• Collaborate with R&D, Operations, and Quality Assurance to ensure efficient inventory management and uninterrupted supply.
• Manage inquiries, complaints, and issues from customers, suppliers, and vendors.
• Track and analyze purchasing activities and apply the results to procurement decisions.
• Maintain department budget and expenses within budgeted levels.
• Work with Cost Accounting to analyze material costs and determine necessary pricing actions.
• Participate in project teams related to economic procurement of materials.

• Bachelor's degree of equivalent experience in Chemistry, Chemical Engineering, Procurement, Business Administration, Finance, or a related field will also be considered.
• MBA or advanced business management degree is preferred.
• Extensive knowledge of paint technology and chemical industry standards is preferred.
• Considerable experience in high-value contract negotiations for procurement of commodities.
• Management / supervisory experience.
• Knowledge of computerized purchasing systems and MS Office Suites.
• Excellent negotiation, communication, and organizational skills.
• Demonstrated high standards of business ethics.

Here’s what we offer you:

• Competitive pay and bonus opportunities.
• Accrue 15 paid days off the first year.
• 401(k) retirement plan with 4% match.
• Competitive health plans for individuals and families.
• Check out behr.com/careers to view a comprehensive list of our benefits and perks.

Founded in 1947, Behr Paint Company is one of the largest manufacturers of paints, primers, decorative finishes, stains, surface preparation, and application products for do-it-yourselfers and professionals in the United States, Canada, Mexico, China, and Chile. The Santa Ana, Calif.-based company and maker of the BEHR®, KILZ®, WHIZZ®, and E&J® brands is dedicated to meeting the project needs of DIYers, professionals, architects, and designers with an unwavering commitment to quality, innovation, and value. At Behr Paint, we strive to have all team members bring their best selves and their unique perspectives every day.

Our Ongoing Commitment to Diversity, Equity & Inclusion

We believe a workplace that encourages and values different voices, perspectives, and backgrounds builds better teams, better solutions, and more innovation. The goal is for every single team member to have a voice and experience a sense of belonging here, regardless of where they sit in the organization and what their background is. We look forward to your sharing your outstanding and unique talents and perspectives with us!

BEHR (the “Company”) is an equal opportunity employer and we want to have the best available persons in every job. The Company makes employment decisions only based on merit. It is the Company’s policy to prohibit discrimination in any employment opportunity (including but not limited to recruitment, employment, promotion, salary increases, benefits, termination and all other terms and conditions of employment) based on race, color, sex, sexual orientation, gender, gender identity, gender expression, genetic information, pregnancy, religious creed, national origin, ancestry, age, physical/mental disability, medical condition, marital/domestic partner status, military and veteran status, height, weight or any other such characteristic protected by federal, state or local law. The Company is committed to complying with all applicable laws providing equal employment opportunities. This commitment applies to all persons involved in the operations of the Company regardless of where the employee is located and prohibits unlawful discrimination by any employee of the Company.

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