Local Sourcing Lead

Local Sourcing Lead

Location(s) : Amarillo, TX, US, 79110

Function : Sourcing

Audience : Experienced Professional

Work Arrangement : On Site

Purpose Of The Job

Local Sourcing Lead is responsible for indirect sourcing and direct material tail spend activities for our Amarillo and Wichita Falls locations in the US. Activities include complex purchasing assignments, tendering, supplier management, negotiations, and supplier selections, as well as operational procurement tasks.

The Local Sourcing Lead is accountable for the execution of sourcing processes cross plants to ensure the sourcing function is fulfilling all plant operational activities and safety requirements, by following SOX and process compliance and driving productivity through sourcing initiatives.

The Local Sourcing Lead is responsible for searching and negotiating organizational contracts and procurements, which can then be executed at plant level by local MRO buyers.

This role requires good communication skills and the ability to coordinate activities across functional areas as well as with suppliers, functional leaders, category leaders, plant leadership team, and other key stakeholders.

The position directly reports to the Plant Manager and is a key member of various cross-functional teams focused on enhancing our Value Creation Process.

Span Of Control : This position has no direct reports, but will interface heavily with the above mentioned.

Job Responsibilities

• Work independently to reach productivity target in specific area of responsibility
• Negotiating with vendors to obtain optimum quality, cost, terms, etc
• Focus on sourcing strategy execution & on value creation
• Drive sourcing productivity initiatives specific Sub Region / Country / Business Unit for indirect materials and services and for direct material tail spend suppliers
• Influencing others within the job area through explanation of facts, policies, and practices
• Initiate supplier performance assessments when needed
• Developing sources of supply for materials & services considering sustainable solutions leveraging market expertise
• Preparing complex purchasing assignments requiring vendor selection and pricing comparisons
• Execute needed risk mitigation acts are taken when needed to ensure no losses occur at the plants
• Drive sourcing value creation initiatives, continuously improve total cost by identifying and leading cost reduction activities without jeopardizing security of supply
• Purchase indirect materials and services by utilizing OC sourcing tools (SAP, Coupa) to support operations
• Ensures SOX and process compliance is met in all sourcing and procurement activities
• Closely collaborate with MRO buyers in plants and delegate order process execution for pre negotiated materials and services
• Act as a liaison between plant operations, external suppliers, category leaders, and other stakeholders
• Continuously improve procurement processes with the objective of eliminating waste or other non-value-added work by utilizing the procurement digital platforms (SAP, Coupa, P-card)
• Always meet and follow accepted business practices, clean business ethics, safety protocols, directives, laws, and norms
• Ensuring proper back-up coverage for own responsibilities through standard work documentation and work instructions

Plant / Site Partnership And Impact

Insights And Analysis

Cross-Functional Leadership And Team Contribution

Job Requirements

Minimum Qualifications :

Preferred Experience :

Knowledge, Skills, & Abilities :

About Owens Corning

Owens Corning is a residential and commercial building products leader committed to building a sustainable future through material innovation. Our products provide durable, sustainable, energy-efficient solutions that leverage our unique capabilities and market-leading positions to help our customers win and grow. We are global in scope, human in scale with more than 25,000 employees in 31 countries dedicated to generating value for our customers and shareholders and making a difference in the communities where we work and live. Founded in 1938 and based in Toledo, Ohio, USA, Owens Corning posted 2024 sales of $11.0 billion. 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.