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JOB DESCRIPTION
DAP is looking to hire a Purchasing Manager on a contract basis, to lead and drive procurement category management for DAP's packaging materials.
Responsibilities
Category Strategy and Management
Develop, document, communicate & maintain category strategies for assigned commodity.
Work with cross-functional stakeholders, including Operations, Marketing, R&D, & RPM Center Led Procurement, to ensure strategies are aligned to DAP & RPM objectives.
Build category strategy to include savings projects, supplier optimization, specification optimization, demand management and other key levers.
Supply Security and Risk Management
Ensure security of supply of packaging materials in general and support uninterrupted supply for DAP's manufacturing and 3rd party facilities.
Develop risk mitigation plans including but not limited to expanding supplier base, additional facilities from supplier, inventory stocking at supplier , etc.
Cost and Value Improvement
Deliver materials savings to support the company's margin objectives.
Continuously develop a pipeline of savings projects for 2-3 year.
Drive down total cost of ownership, improve cash flow, improve supplier performance & identify new partners.
New Product Development
Partner with stakeholders in DAP New Product Development projects requiring packaging suppliers' key engagement.
Develop a robust supply base to support New Product Development, in partnership with Marketing & R&D.
Reporting
Maintain all necessary reporting to support Procurement leadership, RPM Center Led Procurement, Finance, and others.
Ensure compliance to all appropriate policies, procedures & regulations.
Other
Ensure timely entry/update of data changes in ERP system (SAP Purchase Info Record), including price, terms, vendor, and commodity data.
Summarize price, terms, and vendor changes on a regular basis to ensure ready access to current information.
Investigate discrepancies between purchase orders and invoices with Accounts Payable and Cost Accounting.
Approve payment of invoices in question, coordinate (from Purchasing perspective) artwork changes with packaging suppliers, plants, and Marketing.
Maintain purchase history data to include generating SAP based queries for PPV Reports, etc.
Maintain commodity price files and comparative pricing history with suppliers.
Assist in developing standard costs for annual budget review.
Maintain packaging commodity files.
Maintain packaging specifications with Marketing and raw material specifications with R&D.
Perform other duties as assigned.
Maintain deep knowledge on the commodity market affecting the category
Requirements
Preferred/ Not required: CPM Purchasing Certificate.
Bachelor's degree in supply chain, Operations Research, Mathematics, Engineering, or Business Management.
3 to 5+ years of strategic and in-depth, hand-on purchasing experience
Sound knowledge of general office practices and procedures, preferably in a manufacturing or purchasing environment.
Basic computer skills (AS400 and PC based) with capability of working with SAP, thorough knowledge of MS Office Suite, including extensive experience with Excel, and Lotus Notes.
Good communication skills to interact effectively with internal and external supplier contacts.
Ability to generate complex spreadsheets and detailed reports to communicate pricing trends/market information
Benefits:
Medical, Dental and Vision Insurance
Company Provided Life Insurance
Paid Time Off (PTO)
Company-paid short-term and long-term disability
401(k) plans
Employer-funded pension plan
Tuition Reimbursement
Pay Range
$90,000 to $120,000 per year
About DAP
DAP is a market leading manufacturer, innovator and marketer of home repair and construction products including caulks, sealants, spray foam insulation, adhesives, and patch and repair products.
DAP is part of RPM International Inc., a $6.1 billion, multinational company with subsidiaries that are world leaders in specialty coatings, sealants, building materials and related services.
You will find DAP products in the hands of professional painters, remodelers, builders, and do-it-yourselfers, and in 60,000 retail outlets, ranging from home centers and mass merchandisers to your local hardware, pro contractor channels and paint stores.
DAP's eight manufacturing and distribution facilities in the United States of America and Canada service North America and the world.
At DAP, we hire the best people and give them a collaborative and rewarding work environment that empowers them to succeed! We support associates in continuous professional growth and collaborate on the steps it takes to get to the next level in their careers.
Our associates enjoy a comprehensive benefits package including 401(k) with company match, pension, paid parental leave, competitive health insurance rates, employee stock purchase plan, tuition reimbursement, free wellness programs and more! Learn more about DAP's history, culture and benefits at www.dap.com/careers/
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Type: Permanent Location: Baltimore, Maryland
Posted: 2026-06-09 22:10:13
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JOB DESCRIPTION
DAP is looking to hire a Purchasing Manager on a contract basis, to lead and drive procurement category management for DAP's packaging materials.
Responsibilities
Category Strategy and Management
Develop, document, communicate & maintain category strategies for assigned commodity.
Work with cross-functional stakeholders, including Operations, Marketing, R&D, & RPM Center Led Procurement, to ensure strategies are aligned to DAP & RPM objectives.
Build category strategy to include savings projects, supplier optimization, specification optimization, demand management and other key levers.
Supply Security and Risk Management
Ensure security of supply of packaging materials in general and support uninterrupted supply for DAP's manufacturing and 3rd party facilities.
Develop risk mitigation plans including but not limited to expanding supplier base, additional facilities from supplier, inventory stocking at supplier , etc.
Cost and Value Improvement
Deliver materials savings to support the company's margin objectives.
Continuously develop a pipeline of savings projects for 2-3 year.
Drive down total cost of ownership, improve cash flow, improve supplier performance & identify new partners.
New Product Development
Partner with stakeholders in DAP New Product Development projects requiring packaging suppliers' key engagement.
Develop a robust supply base to support New Product Development, in partnership with Marketing & R&D.
Reporting
Maintain all necessary reporting to support Procurement leadership, RPM Center Led Procurement, Finance, and others.
Ensure compliance to all appropriate policies, procedures & regulations.
Other
Ensure timely entry/update of data changes in ERP system (SAP Purchase Info Record), including price, terms, vendor, and commodity data.
Summarize price, terms, and vendor changes on a regular basis to ensure ready access to current information.
Investigate discrepancies between purchase orders and invoices with Accounts Payable and Cost Accounting.
Approve payment of invoices in question, coordinate (from Purchasing perspective) artwork changes with packaging suppliers, plants, and Marketing.
Maintain purchase history data to include generating SAP based queries for PPV Reports, etc.
Maintain commodity price files and comparative pricing history with suppliers.
Assist in developing standard costs for annual budget review.
Maintain packaging commodity files.
Maintain packaging specifications with Marketing and raw material specifications with R&D.
Perform other duties as assigned.
Maintain deep knowledge on the commodity market affecting the category
Requirements
Preferred/ Not required: CPM Purchasing Certificate.
Bachelor's degree in supply chain, Operations Research, Mathematics, Engineering, or Business Management.
3 to 5+ years of strategic and in-depth, hand-on purchasing experience
Sound knowledge of general office practices and procedures, preferably in a manufacturing or purchasing environment.
Basic computer skills (AS400 and PC based) with capability of working with SAP, thorough knowledge of MS Office Suite, including extensive experience with Excel, and Lotus Notes.
Good communication skills to interact effectively with internal and external supplier contacts.
Ability to generate complex spreadsheets and detailed reports to communicate pricing trends/market information
Benefits:
Medical, Dental and Vision Insurance
Company Provided Life Insurance
Paid Time Off (PTO)
Company-paid short-term and long-term disability
401(k) plans
Employer-funded pension plan
Tuition Reimbursement
Pay Range
$90,000 to $120,000 per year
About DAP
DAP is a market leading manufacturer, innovator and marketer of home repair and construction products including caulks, sealants, spray foam insulation, adhesives, and patch and repair products.
DAP is part of RPM International Inc., a $6.1 billion, multinational company with subsidiaries that are world leaders in specialty coatings, sealants, building materials and related services.
You will find DAP products in the hands of professional painters, remodelers, builders, and do-it-yourselfers, and in 60,000 retail outlets, ranging from home centers and mass merchandisers to your local hardware, pro contractor channels and paint stores.
DAP's eight manufacturing and distribution facilities in the United States of America and Canada service North America and the world.
At DAP, we hire the best people and give them a collaborative and rewarding work environment that empowers them to succeed! We support associates in continuous professional growth and collaborate on the steps it takes to get to the next level in their careers.
Our associates enjoy a comprehensive benefits package including 401(k) with company match, pension, paid parental leave, competitive health insurance rates, employee stock purchase plan, tuition reimbursement, free wellness programs and more! Learn more about DAP's history, culture and benefits at www.dap.com/careers/
DAP - On the job since 1865.Apply for this ad Online! ....Read more...
Type: Permanent Location: Baltimore, Maryland
Posted: 2026-06-09 22:09:50
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JOB DESCRIPTION
Solving challenges is the very foundation of who we are.
After all, in the beginning, our founder, sea captain Robert Fergusson, didn't particularly care about paint.
When he founded our company in 1921, he just wanted to keep his ship intact and stumbled upon a valuable solution.
Today, that discovery is Rust-Oleum Corporation.
The same passion that drove the Captain to spend his next few years creating the world's first rust-preventative paint still drives us today.
When we see a problem, we work diligently until we've perfected a solution, which has led to some of the most cutting edge, durable and innovative products in the industry.
Our creative and talented team of over 2000 people across every corner of the world, help us remain the global leader in protective paints and coatings for both home and industry.
The primary result expected from the Buyer will be to procure raw materials or components for use in manufacture of paint and related products by analyzing past buying trends, production records, price, and quality of merchandise to determine value and yield; selecting, ordering, and authorizing payment for merchandise according to contractual agreements, and planning, or coordinating the activities of buyers and related workers involved in purchasing materials, products, and services.
Typical tasks for this position include (but are not limited to) the following:
Negotiate prices, discount terms and transportation arrangements for merchandise.
Manage the department for which they buy.
Confer with sales and purchasing personnel to obtain information about customer needs and preferences.
Examine, select, order, and purchase at the most favorable price merchandise consistent with quality, quantity, specification requirements and other factors.
Analyze and monitor sales records, trends and economic conditions to anticipate consumer buying patterns and determine what the company will sell and how much inventory is needed.
Set or recommend mark-up rates, mark-down rates, and selling prices for merchandise.
Authorize payment of invoices or return of merchandise.
Interview and work closely with vendors to obtain and develop desired products.
Responsibilities/Expectations:
Communicate with Supervisors and peers: provide information to supervisors and co-workers in written form or in person.
Maintain a good record of attendance and punctuality.
Learn all manual tasks performed within the department.
Perform tasks assigned using specific operating procedures, and following department specific quality control processes and procedures.
Treat people with dignity and respect.
Conduct all business with integrity.
Adhere to Rust-Oleum Corporation Quality principles and participate in all departmental and company-wide Quality activities.
Requirements:
SAP or other ERP experience (preferably in inventory management, warehouse management, or buying).
Vocational school training, associate's degree, or equivalent hands-on experience in purchasing or procurement in a manufacturing environment.
From big benefits to small, we take care of our associates! After 30 days of employment, you will be eligible for a benefits package that includes medical, dental, life, disability and business travel insurance, flexible spending accounts, EAP, stock purchases and vacation/sick days/parental leave.
We also offer a 401(k) plan after three months of employment.
Associates are vested in the RPM Pension plan after completing five years of service.
Rust-Oleum offers (9.5) paid holidays and (2) floating holidays per year.
You are also eligible to earn three weeks of vacation on an annualized basis.
Rust-Oleum is an equal opportunity employer.
Employment selection and related decisions are made without regard to sex, race, age, disability, religion, national origin, color, or any other protected class
Internal Applicants: If you have been in your current position for one year (unless waived by your Manager), and meet the position requirements, you are welcome to apply for this position.
Please apply in Oracle on Requisition 14806 under 'Current Jobs'.Apply for this ad Online! ....Read more...
Type: Permanent Location: Pleasant Prairie, Wisconsin
Posted: 2026-06-09 14:10:14
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JOB DESCRIPTION
Solving challenges is the very foundation of who we are.
After all, in the beginning, our founder, sea captain Robert Fergusson, didn't particularly care about paint.
When he founded our company in 1921, he just wanted to keep his ship intact and stumbled upon a valuable solution.
Today, that discovery is Rust-Oleum Corporation.
The same passion that drove the Captain to spend his next few years creating the world's first rust-preventative paint still drives us today.
When we see a problem, we work diligently until we've perfected a solution, which has led to some of the most cutting edge, durable and innovative products in the industry.
Our creative and talented team of over 2000 people across every corner of the world, help us remain the global leader in protective paints and coatings for both home and industry.
The primary result expected from the Buyer will be to procure raw materials or components for use in manufacture of paint and related products by analyzing past buying trends, production records, price, and quality of merchandise to determine value and yield; selecting, ordering, and authorizing payment for merchandise according to contractual agreements, and planning, or coordinating the activities of buyers and related workers involved in purchasing materials, products, and services.
Typical tasks for this position include (but are not limited to) the following:
Negotiate prices, discount terms and transportation arrangements for merchandise.
Manage the department for which they buy.
Confer with sales and purchasing personnel to obtain information about customer needs and preferences.
Examine, select, order, and purchase at the most favorable price merchandise consistent with quality, quantity, specification requirements and other factors.
Analyze and monitor sales records, trends and economic conditions to anticipate consumer buying patterns and determine what the company will sell and how much inventory is needed.
Set or recommend mark-up rates, mark-down rates, and selling prices for merchandise.
Authorize payment of invoices or return of merchandise.
Interview and work closely with vendors to obtain and develop desired products.
Responsibilities/Expectations:
Communicate with Supervisors and peers: provide information to supervisors and co-workers in written form or in person.
Maintain a good record of attendance and punctuality.
Learn all manual tasks performed within the department.
Perform tasks assigned using specific operating procedures, and following department specific quality control processes and procedures.
Treat people with dignity and respect.
Conduct all business with integrity.
Adhere to Rust-Oleum Corporation Quality principles and participate in all departmental and company-wide Quality activities.
Requirements:
SAP or other ERP experience (preferably in inventory management, warehouse management, or buying).
Vocational school training, associate's degree, or equivalent hands-on experience in purchasing or procurement in a manufacturing environment.
From big benefits to small, we take care of our associates! After 30 days of employment, you will be eligible for a benefits package that includes medical, dental, life, disability and business travel insurance, flexible spending accounts, EAP, stock purchases and vacation/sick days/parental leave.
We also offer a 401(k) plan after three months of employment.
Associates are vested in the RPM Pension plan after completing five years of service.
Rust-Oleum offers (9.5) paid holidays and (2) floating holidays per year.
You are also eligible to earn three weeks of vacation on an annualized basis.
Rust-Oleum is an equal opportunity employer.
Employment selection and related decisions are made without regard to sex, race, age, disability, religion, national origin, color, or any other protected class
Internal Applicants: If you have been in your current position for one year (unless waived by your Manager), and meet the position requirements, you are welcome to apply for this position.
Please apply in Oracle on Requisition 14806 under 'Current Jobs'.Apply for this ad Online! ....Read more...
Type: Permanent Location: Pleasant Prairie, Wisconsin
Posted: 2026-06-09 14:09:47
