Vendor Management Lead

Austin, TX, US, 78726

Job ID:  502421

CRH's Americas Materials, a division of CRH, is the leading vertically integrated supplier of aggregates, asphalt, ready mixed concrete and paving and construction services in North America.  Our operations span North America with over 28,000 employees at close to 1,600 locations in 43 US States and 2 Canadian provinces.

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Position Overview

The Vendor Management Clerk is responsible for the accurate and timely onboarding of suppliers, including the review and approval of all compliance documents.

Key Responsibilities (Essential Duties and Functions)

• Leading the rebranding process
• Drive increased EFT participation
• Review, verify and approve EFT documentation
• Onboard new vendors/haulers/subs – including follow up for missing documents
• Communicate status updates with the requester (operations/accounting)
• Review documents for accuracy, including COI’s, WC, MSA etc. for service providers, haulers and subs
• Reactivations/changes/deactivations of vendors
• Rebranding of vendors for acquisitions including updating company name, contact information, shipping address, billing address, and completion of credit applications 
• Vendor onboarding for acquisitions
• Send letters, set up or consolidate accounts, ensure utilities are added to My Utility Cabinet
• Collect, review and approve documents
• Code invoices for AP processing
• Guide vendors/haulers/subs on proper documentation and provide consultation as needed
• Proactively follow up on expiring insurance documents to ensure vendors stay compliant
• Work with stakeholders including transportation manager/finance etc. in each Opco
• Perform audits on the vendors/haulers/subs
• Verify insurance with agents as needed
• Ability to adapt to changing and process driven environments
• Support CRH global led initiatives
• Deliver a high level of customer service and professionalism
• Performs other related duties as assigned

Qualifications

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily.  The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skills and/or abilities required.  Reasonable accommodation may be provided to enable qualified individuals with disabilities to perform the essential duties of the job.

Requirements/Education/Experience

• At least 3 years of experience performing Vendor Management related functions

Knowledge/Skill Requirements

• Excellent analytical, technical, interpersonal and project management skills
• Excellent oral and written communication skills and the ability to write routine reports and correspondence
• Excellent computer skills using MS Office (Word and Excel), e-mail and an attitude for learning new software
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills
• High standards of ethics, integrity, and trust.
• Meet individual deadlines, as well as work collaboratively with team to collectively meet deadlines
• Understand and follow complex verbal and written instructions
• Ability to meet attendance schedule with dependability and consistency
• Efficiently utilize multiple AP systems in afast paced, high-volume culture

Physical Requirements

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job.

• Able to communicate with others by telephone and in person
• Able to utilize a computer for word processing, e-mail communication, and preparation of documents and presentations
• May require sitting for extended periods of time

Work Environment

• Normal office work environment
• Tempo is fast paced with deadlines
• Must be proficient in Microsoft applications
• Must be 18 years of age or older
• Must pass pre-employment physical, drug screen and criminal background check
• Report to the office dressed appropriately and ready to begin work at the designated start time
• Strict adherence to safety requirements and procedures as outlined in the Employee Handbook
• Willingness to work in a team environment and assist with other duties as required
• Must be willing to work nights and weekends when necessary
• Regular and predictable attendance at assigned times is required

The statements included in this job description are not intended to be all-inclusive. They represent typical elements and criteria necessary to successfully perform the job. Other duties may be assigned as required. Requirements for this job are subject to modification by the Company and its designees, and reasonable accommodation may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

What CRH Offers You

• Highly competitive base pay
• Comprehensive medical, dental and disability benefits programs
• Group retirement savings program
• Health and wellness programs
• A diverse and 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!

CRH Americas Materials Inc. is an Affirmative Action and Equal Opportunity Employer.

 EOE/Vet/Disability--If you want to know more, please click on this link.