As QPL Administrator, you are responsible for managing the official Qualified Products List (QPL) repository of documentation for product qualifications and recertification, interacting with state departments of transportation (DOT) product evaluation programs. You facilitate the information collection process in collaboration with Product Management, Sales, Science and Technology, Quality Assurance, Product Stewardship, and Specifications. You will be based out of the Greensboro location and report to the Specifications Director.
Responsibilities:
• Maintain comprehensive and organized repository of documentation for all U.S. states and Canadian provinces for efficient and supportive reference
• Ensure timely preparation of DOT submittals to meet approval and recertification deadlines; monitor progress until evaluation finalized
• Liaison with DOT product evaluation program managers and coordinators tracking status of evaluation process and anticipated tracking of Build America Buy America (BABA) aspects
• Collaborate to expand strategic initiatives tracking risks, rewards, sales opportunities, and market growth related to QPL inclusion
• Maintain updates to the QPL Master Listing on Sharepoint used by cross-functional teams providing continual support regarding functionality of the database
• Keep commercial teams informed of QPL updates related to PPG products as well as competitive QPL activities
• Ensure documents are structured in accordance with PPG policies and legal requirements
• Ensure QPL strategic milestones are met in accordance with procedures
• Ensure knowledge of QPL management skills is current with learning of new standards and procedures introduced by government agencies
• Participate in Management of Change (MOC) team dialogue ensuring new product approvals impacting SKU selection for IBP/Demand is communicated in timely manner
• Develop thorough understanding of all PPG Traffic Solutions’ products and market segments
Qualifications:
• Bachelor’s degree preferred
• 3+ years experience in customer service or relative administrative experience
• Strong verbal and written communications skills
• Ability to take on responsibilities, challenges and manage time appropriately to meet deadlines and mitigate risk
• Experience with Microsoft office applications (Outlook, Word, Excel, Sharepoint)
• Experience with ERP and CRM applications (Salesforce, Traverse)
PPG pay ranges and benefits can vary by location which allows us to compensate employees competitively in different geographic markets. PPG considers several factors in making compensation decisions including, but not limited to, skill sets, experience and training, qualifications and education, licensure and certifications, and other organizational needs. Other incentives may apply.
Our employee benefits programs are designed to support the health and well-being of our employees. Any insurance coverages and benefits will be in accordance with the terms and conditions of the applicable plans and associated governing plan documents.
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