Job Description

Oldcastle® APG, a CRH Company, is North America’s leading provider of innovative outdoor living solutions that enable customers to Live Well Outside. The manufacturer’s portfolio of premier building products inspires endless possibilities while providing enduring outdoor spaces where people can connect, reflect and recharge. Award-winning brands include Belgard® hardscape, Echelon® Masonry, MoistureShield® composite decking, RDI® railing, Catalyst™ Fence Solutions, Sakrete® packaged concrete, Amerimix® mortar, Pebble Technology International® pool finishes, Lawn & Garden mulches and landscape features, and Techniseal® sands and sealant technologies.    

Job Summary

As a Purchasing Buyer, you will be responsible for the inventory quantities, quality, and on time delivery of raw materials and supplies at multiple factory sites. Responsibilities include creating PO’s, procuring material, optimizing purchasing process, utilizing technology to drive efficiency, and coordinating with plant personnel to fill short- and long-term requirements. You will also work closely with category managers and purchasing managers to source alternate suppliers, manage vendor relationships, and provide analytical support.

Job Location

• This is an onsite role based in Bulls Gap, TN

Job Responsibilities

• Ensures supply continuity and manages purchased material inventory levels while balancing cost, cost savings, and process efficiency
• Builds and sustains relationships across multiple manufacturing facilities and internal support teams
• Develop external relationships with suppliers by monitoring performance and cost effectiveness
• Analyze inventory levels, demand forecasts, supply planning, and consumption patterns to optimize stock levels while minimizing stock-outs
• Manage supplier relationships with regular communication, performance tracking and issue resolution
• Continuously evaluate and improve procurement practices for efficiency and cost saving opportunities
• Assess potential suppliers’ capacity, their capabilities and evaluate their suitability

Job Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in Business, Finance, Supply Chain, or Engineering OR equivalent experience
• 2+ years Supply Chain Management or related operational field experience required
• Must be proficient in negotiations, cost analysis and bid evaluations using Excel
• Strong attention to detail required
• SAP experience a plus

What CRH Offers You

• Highly competitive base pay
• Comprehensive medical, dental and disability benefits programs
• Group retirement savings program
• Health and wellness programs
• An inclusive culture that values opportunity for growth, development, and internal promotion

About CRH

CRH has a long and proud heritage. We are a collection of hundreds of family businesses, regional companies and large enterprises that together form the CRH family. CRH operates in a decentralized, diversified structure that allows you to work in a small company environment while having the career opportunities of a large international organization.

If you’re up for a rewarding challenge, we invite you to take the first step and apply today! Once you click apply now, you will be brought to our official employment application. Please complete your online profile and it will be sent to the hiring manager. Our system allows you to view and track your status 24 hours a day. Thank you for your interest!

Oldcastle APG, a CRH Company, is an Affirmative Action and Equal Opportunity Employer.

EOE/Vet/Disability 

CRH is an equal opportunity employer.  All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, status as a protected veteran or any other characteristic protected under applicable federal, state, or local law.

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