Qualified Products Administrator

As Qualified Products Administrator, you will manage the official Qualified Products List (QPL) repository of documentation for product qualifications and recertification, working 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. The Greensboro location will be your base and the Specifications Director will be your report-to manager.

Responsibilities:

· Develop thoughtful understanding of all PPG Traffic Solutions' products and market segments to help identify and facilitate collaboration important to product qualification procedures

· Ensure preparation of DOT submittals to meet approval and recertification deadlines; monitor progress until evaluation finalized

· Maintain comprehensive and organized repository of documentation for all U.S. states and Canadian provinces for efficient and supportive reference

· Keep commercial teams informed of QPL updates related to PPG products as well as competition, and use Salesforce to record activity

· Liaison with DOT product evaluation program managers and coordinators tracking status of evaluation process and tracking of Build America Buy America (BABA) aspects

· Collaborate to expand strategic programs tracking risks, rewards, sales opportunities, and market growth related to QPL inclusion

· Support product management and commercial growth programs related to new product development stages requiring product evaluations for market introduction

· Ensure knowledge of QPL management skills is current with learning of new standards and procedures introduced by government agencies

Education/Experience:

· Bachelor's degree preferred

· Customer service or relative administrative experience; 3+ years of experience

· Demonstrated experience with government agency and contractor engagement, a plus

· Working knowledge within the traffic safety market, a plus

· Strong verbal and written communications skills

· Excellent organizational skills with an ability to take on responsibilities, challenges, and monitor processes requiring discernment of priorities to meet deadlines and mitigate risk

How we work: At PPG, we bring teams together to accelerate collaboration and career development, with in-person work Monday through Thursday and the opportunity to work remotely on Flexible Fridays. Schedules may vary by location.

About us: 

PPG: WE PROTECT AND BEAUTIFY THE WORLD™ 

Through leadership in innovation, sustainability and color, PPG helps customers in industrial, transportation, consumer products, and construction markets and aftermarkets to enhance more surfaces in more ways than does any other company. To learn more, visit www.ppg.com and follow @PPG on X. 

The PPG Way 2030  

We are customer champions 

Proactive. Bold. Trustworthy. Everything we do starts with our customers. We listen, move fast and don’t stop until we solve their biggest challenges. When our customers win, we all grow. 

We act with purpose and speed 

Agile. Data-driven. Empowered. We take smart risks to stay ahead of the competition. We work proactively with agility, using quality data to develop solutions that create value.  

We are excellent operators 

Productive. Collaborative. Accountable. No matter our role, we identify problems, take ownership and always bring solutions. We are both proactive and responsive to drive continuous improvement and deliver results. We support our frontline, the faces of PPG to our customers.   

We compete to win 

Future-focused. Driven. Ambitious. We are passionate about growing our business and winning with our customers. We deliver results, embrace new technologies and leverage agility and speed as strengths. 

We are PPG proud 

Strong. United. Passionate. We work safely, act with integrity and value our diverse perspectives. We celebrate achievements and take pride in the positive impact we create together to protect and beautify the world. 

At PPG we use AI in the hiring process to make the process more efficient. AI tools do not make hiring decisions. You can learn more by going to  https://careers.ppg.com/us/en/candidate-resources.  

PPG provides equal opportunity to all candidates and employees. We offer an opportunity to grow and develop your career in an environment that provides a fulfilling workplace for employees, creates an environment for continuous learning, and embraces the ideas and diversity of others. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to sex, pregnancy, race, color, creed, religion, national origin, age, disability status, marital status, veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression.  

If you need an adjustment due to a disability, please email recruiting@ppg.com. 

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.  Benefits will be discussed with you by your recruiter during the hiring process. 

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