Fast Facts
- Headquarters: Pittsburgh, PA Metropolitan
- Reports to: Chief Procurement Officer
- Direct Reports: 5
- Manufacturing Plants: 9 across U.S. & Canada
- ~6,000 Employees across North America
Pittsburgh Paints Company (PPC), formerly part of PPG Industries, is a leading North American manufacturer of residential and commercial architectural coatings. Following its separation from PPG, PPC now operates as an independent, private equity-backed company focused on driving growth across its core paints, coatings, and adhesives businesses.
The company owns a strong portfolio of brands including GLIDDEN®, OLYMPIC®, LIQUID NAILS®, PITTSBURGH PAINTS & STAINS®, DULUX® (Canada), and SICO®, serving both professional contractors and DIY consumers. PPC manufactures and distributes paints, stains, adhesives, sealants, and repair products, supported by a network of manufacturing facilities across the U.S. and Canada.
With 15,000+ distribution points across company stores, dealers, and major retailers, and approximately 6,000 employees, PPC operates at scale with a cross-functional procurement and operations model supporting significant materials and packaging spend.
Culturally, PPC emphasizes a collaborative and performance-driven environment, with a focus on continuous improvement, innovation, and operational excellence. The organization prioritizes employee development and fosters an inclusive workplace that values diverse perspectives.
The Opportunity
This is a high-impact leadership role with direct influence on PPC’s cost structure, supply continuity, and innovation pipeline.
The Director will play a critical role in shaping procurement strategy, strengthening supplier networks, and aligning closely with R&D and operations to support both business performance and long-term growth.
This position offers the opportunity to build organizational capability, drive strategic sourcing excellence, and contribute meaningfully to PPC’s innovation and sustainability agenda.
