Sr. Buyer, Procurement - Benjamin Moore : Job Details

At Benjamin Moore, our success is attributable to the employees who dedicate their time and talents to the brand and exemplify our core values of openness, integrity, community, excellence, and safety. Benjamin Moore employees enjoy a competitive and well-rounded benefits package, career development options, business resource groups, and opportunities to come together and connect with colleagues. We facilitate growth, development, and purpose for all through an inclusive and engaging workplace.

Join us and be part of a brand that inspires creativity, innovation, and passion while supporting locally owned stores in 65 countries.

Job Summary

The Indirect Sr. Buyer is responsible for implementing the day-to-day purchasing activities, identifying opportunities for savings, consolidation, risk, or process improvement.

In addition to the day-to-day tasks noted above, the candidate will work with stakeholders on contracts, NDA's, MSA's, etc. Identifying suppliers for assigned products or services. The Indirect Sr. Buyer will report to the Indirect Procurement manager and will be responsible for managing engagements, complete bid evaluations, performing any financial analysis needed to determine recommended finalists, conduct preliminary contract reviews, determining sourcing strategies and managing vendor relationships. The candidate will update cost models and maintain supplier metrics necessary for effective reporting and communication. The Sr. Buyer will work to drive savings, quality, and improved customer service with the supply base they are responsible for.

Soft Skills

• Leadership: Leads by example and holds themselves accountable for their actions.
• Emotional intelligence (Self-awareness): The ability to recognize and manage one's own emotions, as well as recognizing the emotions of others.
• Adaptability: The ability to be flexible and adaptable in response to changing situations and demands.
• Conflict resolution: The ability to manage and resolve conflicts constructively and respectfully.
• Coaching Skills: The ability to motivate others and the skill for growing and developing others. Knowing how to ask the right questions, active listening, and empowering others, as well as building rapport with colleagues.
• Trust Building: Building a team environment where the employees feel safe. Leaders need to be authentic, honest, transparent, and compassionate.
• Problem Solving: The ability to identify and analyze problems and produce effective solutions.
• Creativity (critical thinking): The ability to be forward-thinking and strategic and present innovative solutions.
• Time management: The ability to prioritize tasks and manage one's time effectively.
• Teamwork: The ability to work collaboratively with others towards a common goal, recognizing different perspectives and strengths.
• Empathy: Genuinely caring for others and being able to understand another person's situation and perspective.
• Cultural competence (The ability to work across cultures): The ability to understand and appreciate diverse backgrounds, perspectives, and ways of thinking.

Key Responsibilities

• Partnering with Procurement team to identify short and long-term strategies.
• Work with stakeholders to secure goods and services.
• Secure NDA's, prepare RFIs, RFQs, and RFPs for product categories, complete bid evaluations.
• Maintains Procurement System information – SAP, Ironclad, Ariba
• Track supplier metrics, savings, communicate supplier performance, and forecast requirements, as needed, ensuring all purchases are consistent with quality and delivery requirements.
• Update price models, as required. Analyze and deliver timely cost information. Maintain sourcing database and metrics for reporting and communicating Procurement activities.
• Negotiate with suppliers for execution of a wide variety of Supply Agreements that achieve lowest total system balancing quality and cost which are in accordance with company policies and procedures.
• Perform contract modifications. Work collaboratively with internal stakeholders and external parties to negotiate and propose changes to contracts when necessary, aiming to protect the company's interests.
• Coordinate with internal customers to implement supplier changes, as required; assist plants and internal customers on sourcing related issues.
• Ensure all purchases are consistent with TCO requirements.
• Perform tactical and other duties as assigned.

Required Skills

• Bachelor's Degree in field of business or finance
• Minimum of 4 years of sourcing experience
• Prefer experience in use of ERP system (SAP), Ironclad and ARIBA
• CPSM or working towards the completion of certification
• Understanding of standard purchasing and supply chain concepts, practices, and procedures
• Excellent negotiation skills
• Proficient working knowledge of Microsoft Office Suite and related digital applications (Word, Excel, Access, Outlook, Teams, Sharepoint, OneNote) Familiarity with accounting concepts, financial management and analysis
• Ability to excel in a matrix management environment.
• Skilled in contracts and contract terms
• Strong knowledge of procurement software, such as, SAP and Ironclad
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills with strong customer focus
• Excellent organizational and follow-up skills with strong attention to detail.
• Ability to adapt to a changing environment.
• The ability to learn and retain knowledge of existing and new company products
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Excellent time management skills
• Strong teamwork and interpersonal skills
• Travel Requirements: 15% domestic to suppliers when required.

Compensation Philosophy

At Benjamin Moore, our brand represents excellence, and we strive to provide a comprehensive total rewards package to match. In addition to a competitive base salary, every exempt and non-exempt role in our organization is eligible for a performance-based annual raise and bonus in recognition of their efforts that contribute to the success of our organization. We conduct regular pay audits using external market data and internal comparisons to ensure our employees are compensated fairly and equitably.

The salary range listed herein refers to the amount the Company is willing to pay at the time of posting. The actual salary offer will be carefully considered based on a wide range of factors, including your skills, qualifications, experience, job location, and other relevant factors.

In addition to our monetary compensation package, Benjamin Moore provides a full range of benefits that are personalized to support you physically, financially, and emotionally, through both the big milestones and in your everyday life.

Benefits include, but are not limited to, the following:

• Medical/Dental/Vision
• 401 (k) match
• PTO starting at 3 weeks' vacation + (7) paid holidays and (5) personal days
• Employer-paid life insurance
• Tuition reimbursement

Engagement, Inclusion + Social Impact

At Benjamin Moore, we don't just accept difference — we celebrate it, support it, and thrive because it benefits our employees, customers, and community. We remain steadfast in our commitment to cultivating an environment where all are provided the tools and opportunities to thrive in the workplace. Our efforts allow each of us to authentically live our corporate values of Openness, Integrity, Community, Excellence, and Safety.

Our Social Impact initiatives, including strategic partnerships, in-kind donations, and volunteerism, further amplify our ability to positively impact the lives of our stakeholders. We believe that fostering a culture of inclusion and belonging is the right thing to do and essential for our continued success.

Student Loan Repayment Assistance Program

Benjamin Moore provides Student Loan Repayment Assistance Program to support eligible active employees who graduated from an accredited post-secondary educational institution. The Repayment Program is intended to contribute to reducing employee's student loans. The Company follows all rules and regulations concerning the taxability of student loan repayments provided under applicable law.

EOE

Benjamin Moore is an equal-opportunity employer that is committed to a culture of inclusion and belonging. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, color, sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, age, disability, national origin, veteran status, or any other basis covered by appropriate law. Our commitment to these principles means all employment decisions are made based on qualifications, merit, and business needs.