Senior Category Manager - Offsite & Resilient Solutions

Compagnie de Saint-Gobain

Malvern, PA

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Aged Care, Auto Insurance, Business Growth, Business Support, Category Development, Category Management, Childcare, Commercial Construction, Commodity Management, Communication Skills, Competitive Analysis/Strategy, Construction, Contract Management, Contract Negotiation, Cookies, Crane, Cross-Functional, Czech Language, Danish Language, Dental Insurance, Diversity, Employee Assistance Plan, English Language, Finance, Finnish Language, Insurance, Interpersonal Skills, Italian Language, Latin Language, Legal, Marketing, Negotiation Skills, Operational Improvement, Operations Management, Performance Management, Performance Metrics, Polish Language, Prescription Drugs, Pricing, Procure to Pay/Purchase to Pay (P2P), Procurement Management, Product Management, Project Engineering, Project Execution, Project Schedule, Project/Program Management, Property Insurance, Purchasing/Procurement, Research & Development (R&D), Residential Construction, Retirement Plan, Romanian Language, SAP, Scalable System Development, Sourcing Strategy, Strategic Planning, Supply Chain, Supply Chain Management, Ukrainian Language, Vendor/Supplier Management, Vendor/Supplier Relations, Vendor/Supplier Selection, Vision Plan
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Posting date : 07/06/2026

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Reference : USA14544

Senior Category Manager - Offsite & Resilient Solutions

United States, Pennsylvania, MALVERN

  • Permanent / Regular

  • Purchasing

  • Hybrid / On site

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Why do we need you ?

CertainTeed Offsite and Resilient Solutions is seeking a Senior Category Manager to lead purchasing and supply chain strategy as the business scales across North America.

The Sr. Category Manager will source and manage key commodity categories, including dimensional and engineered lumber, hardware and fasteners, strategic products such as windows and doors, and resale items (caulk, sealants, tapes, vents, gutters, etc.); along with developing a dependable, cost-efficient network of site contractors & crane operators.

Will lead supplier selection, contract negotiation, and category strategy while building a reliable, cost-effective network of contractors and crane operators. The role partners closely with Product Management, Project Management, Engineering, Operations, Finance, and central purchasing to ensure supply continuity, cost discipline, and strong project execution.

Will support the development of scalable procurement processes and systems, including SAP and other digital tools, to improve efficiency, visibility, and control as the business grows.

Will drive supplier selection, contract negotiation, and the establishment of standardized agreements that improve cost consistency, performance, and accountability across all projects.

In parallel, the Sr. Category Manager supports day-to-day purchasing activities and partners with cross-functional teams such as Product Management, Project Management, Engineering, Operations and Finance to ensure material and service availability aligns with project schedules and KPIs.

Key Accountabilities:

  • Develop and execute category sourcing strategies that deliver competitive pricing, reliable supply, and strong quality performance.
  • Negotiate and manage supplier contracts that support business growth, cost consistency, and accountability across projects.
  • Partner with Field Operations to source and structure contractor and crane operator networks that provide dependable execution and warranty support.
  • Collaborate with Product Management to shape product offerings and negotiate supplier agreements for windows and doors.
  • Improve purchasing operations through SAP and other digital tools that support scale, visibility, and efficiency.

Is this job for you ?

Bachelor's degree in Business, Supply Chain, Marketing, or a related field, with 10+ years of relevant experience; or a master's degree with 8+ years of relevant experience. A technical diploma may be considered with strong applicable experience.

8+ years of experience in purchasing and/or supply chain management.

8+ years of experience in the construction industry, ideally in residential production building, commercial construction, or lumberyard operations, including contractor management exposure.

Strong contract management skills, including negotiating key terms and enforcing agreements throughout the supplier relationship.

Proven supplier management and relationship-building skills with vendors and contractors.

Knowledge of construction procure-to-pay processes and category sourcing strategy development.

Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to build strong internal and external partnerships.

Ability to work cross-functionally across engineering, operations, project management, product management, finance, and R&D.

Comfort working in a complex AEC industry supply chain environment.

Strong analytical and problem-solving skills, with the ability to turn data into clear recommendations.

Experience in the prefabrication industry preferred.

A little more about us

At Saint-Gobain, our employees have pride in belonging to an organization whose culture is made up of these core values: Trust, Empowerment, & Collaboration. Our company encourages diversity and inclusion in all its forms while our products make the world a more beautiful, safer, and sustainable home.

CertainTeed Offsite and Resilient System Solutions simplifies the residential construction process while enhancing durability and performance across North America.

To make sure nothing is forgotten

Employees have the flexibility to choose the benefits that best fit their individual needs:

Health and Wellbeing - Supporting your wellbeing, to thrive in life and work.

  • Medical, Prescription Drug, Vision, and Dental Insurance
  • Healthcare Saving Account and Flexible Spending Account options
  • LiveWell Wellness Program
  • Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
  • Paid Time Off and Paid Parental Leave

Retirement and Protection - Helping to make the future life you want a reality.

  • 401(k) with Company Match, Retirement Accumulation Plan (RAP), Cash Balance Pension Plan
  • Company-provided Life Insurance, AD&D, Short-Term Disability
  • Voluntary employee and dependent life insurance, Long-Term Disability, Critical Illness, and Accident Insurance

Additional Benefits - Helping shape the experience and impact you want

  • Group Legal
  • Identity Theft Protection
  • Auto and Home Insurance
  • Pet Insurance and Discounts
  • Back-up Child & Elder Care
  • PerkSpot Employee Discount Program

Legal Statement

Saint-Gobain provides equal employment opportunities (EEO) to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, age, disability, genetic information, marital status, amnesty, or status as a covered veteran in accordance with applicable federal, state and local laws. Saint-Gobain is an equal opportunity employer of individuals with disabilities and supports the hiring of veterans.

Applicants for roles based in Washington state or remote roles that would be worked from Washington state are encouraged to direct any concerns regarding the state's Pay Transparency laws to the SGNA HR Compliance team at SGNA_HR_Compliance@saint-gobain.com.

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