Danielle Peirish Dufour

About Danielle Peirish Dufour

At PPG Industries, Inc, I currently lead global sourcing for electricity and natural gas, with a strong focus on sustainability initiatives. I drive green energy projects, set and deploy our sustainability Scope 1 and 2 sustainability roadmap, and enhance the renewable energy portfolio. My detail-oriented and collaborative approach ensures effective contract negotiations and strategic sourcing. I prioritize teamwork and continuous improvement. In my previous roles at PPG Industries, Inc, I managed raw material additive sourcing, identified cost-saving opportunities, and acted as a key procurement liaison. I have coordinated supply chain, procurement, and raw material supplier relationships and supported product launches. I spent 10 years working in analytical chemistry laboratories developing and standardizing raw material test methods and supervising lab technicians.

Experience

1. Senior Procurement Manager Global Organic Pigments, Regional Effect and Inorganic Pigment Manager

   PPG

   Mar 2025 — Present · Cleveland, OH, US

   I lead a team of Global and Regional Category Managers, focusing on coaching, career development, and project oversight. I am responsible for generating and executing global sourcing strategies for raw materials, with primary category responsibilities in global organic pigments and regional (Americas) effect and inorganic pigments. My role involves negotiating with suppliers, managing annual purchases, and collaborating with various teams to maximize value and mitigate risks. Reporting to the Regional Director of Raw Material Procurement, I build strong relationships with key suppliers and partners to ensure seamless operations.

Education

• Ohio University

  Master of Business Administration (M.B.A.), Business Administration and Management, General

  2015 — 2016

• La Roche University

  Bachelors, Forensic Chemistry and Certificate in Criminalistics

  2005 — 2009

Skills

• Chromatography
• Hplc
• Polymers
• Automotive
• Analytical Chemistry
• Materials Science
• Additives
• Materials
• Nmr
• Mass Spectrometry
• Science
• Organic Synthesis
• Resin
• Supervisory Experience
• Coatings
• Packaging
• Characterization
• Research
• Spectroscopy
• Polymer Science
• Uv/Vis
• Raw Materials
• Paint
• Polymer Chemistry
• Gas Chromatography
• Project Management
• Chemistry