Category Manager

Develop and execute sourcing strategy for the steel components & wire categories of about $102 million spend that will evolve based on business needs. Steel components category includes metal components (tubing, base pan, cross member) for Intermediate Bulk Containers (IBC's), steel covers & rings for Steel & Fiber drums, welding wire & handles for 1 gallon & 5 gallon cans, nuts & bolts, etc.Collaborate with Operational Teams across NA Large Packaging and NA Small Packaging Business Unit to execute Steel Components sourcing strategies as well as day-to-day operational needs.Identify, develop, & execute savings opportunities including, but not limited to supplier consolidation, RFQ, fact-based negotiations.Lead the negotiation of a commercial supply agreement (i.e. contract) with suppliers included within the sourcing strategy.Act as project manager and lead cross functional team to carry out project implementations.Foster collaborative and effective communication between supply base and internal stakeholders (i.e. operations, plant specific Purchasing personnel, quality, engineering, sales, etc...)Work with suppliers & business to ensure working capital initiatives (inventory management) & cash flow initiatives (improving payment terms) RequirementsBachelor's degree in Engineering, Operations, Supply Chain or Finance. MBA preferred.Experience in Direct category management (especially metal related) with a medium to large size operations of at least 20 manufacturing plants.Project management skills are critical to be successful in the roleAbility to multi task while able to prioritize key priorities to impact business results.Excellent in communication and ability to influence internal and external stakeholdersHigh Energy Level, Quick Leaner, Curiosity Strong Desire to Achieve ResultsDemonstrated strong analytical skillset. Proficiency in Excel, Tableau.Fact-based & data driven in decision making processLeader to own & drive activities within cross-functional team5+ years of Strategic Sourcing experience5+ years of Procurement experience supporting the manufacturing industry5+ years of Supplier Relationship Management experience5+ years of experience working within a cross functional teamBe self-directed and manage multiple tasks without close supervision

Created: 2025-01-15