Job ID: 394141

CRH's Americas Materials, a division of CRH, is the leading vertically integrated supplier of aggregates, cement, asphalt, readymixed concrete and paving and construction services in North America. Our operations span North America with 24,100 employees at close to 1,300 locations in 44 US States and 6 Canadian provinces.

Position Overview

CRH Americas Materials is currently recruiting for the position of a Market Intelligence Specialist within the Procurement Excellence team based in Atlanta, GA. The successful candidate will be responsible for supporting the market intelligence function and processes within the Procurement Excellence team. The candidate will be able to complete data analysis to identify market and/or procurement performance opportunities, risks, and how to illustrate related findings for effective communication towards procurements teams and stakeholders. Responsible for data architecture, design, and control of reporting solutions, validation of data, and report consistency.

Key Responsibilities (Essential Duties and Functions)

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily.

• Responsible for data preparation and consolidation and delivery of reporting material.
• Develop and execute various presentations and reports based on the needs of the business/procurement teams.
• Is responsible for analyses, simulation models, tools, and templates supporting Procurement Performance Management and/or Market Intelligence.
• Manage the exchange of reporting between internal stakeholders and external business intelligence vendors.
• Engagement and alignment with local procurement teams and business stakeholders to build and maintain strategic analytical programs/applications in order to improve performance.
• Provide recommendations to management for improving internal processes.
• Maintain professional demeanor at all times while representing the company.
• Regular and predictable attendance at assigned times is required.
• Other duties as assigned.

Qualifications

Education/Experience

• BS required preferably in business-related discipline, Procurement, Supply Chain or other related field.
• Proficient computer skills, including Microsoft Office Suite (Word, PowerPoint, and Excel).
• Procurement/Purchasing/Business Analytics or Competitive Intelligence experience is preferred.

Work Requirements

• Must be 18 years in age or older.
• Must pass pre-employment drug screen and criminal background check.
• Strict adherence to safety requirements and procedures as outlined in the Employee Handbook.
• Willingness to work independently and within in a team environment and assist the team with other duties as required.

Knowledge/Skill Requirements

• Able to read and/or follow written and verbal instructions and implement the same.
• Demonstrate strong verbal and written communication skills with ability to actively listen
• Solid problem solving and analytical skills
• Eager to learn
• Ability to achieve results with a hands-on, collaborative approach; works well in a team.
• Action orientated and drives for results
• Strong planning and organization skills
• Strong presentation skills
• Strong multi-tasking capabilities to manage multiple project streams and complexity; propensity for thinking through projects in a process-oriented way required

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, email communication, and preparation of documents and presentations.
• May require sitting for extended periods of time.

Work Environment

The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job.

• Usually, normal office working conditions. The noise level in the work environment is usually quiet.
• The position may require work outside of normal business hours.

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 accommodations 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 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 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.

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Date Posted: Jun 8, 2022

Nearest Major Market: Atlanta
Job Segment: Procurement, Business Intelligence, Data Analyst, Supply Chain, Data Architect, Operations, Data, Technology