Associate Category Manager

📋 Description

• - Manages supply chain of assigned direct materials suppliers and parts to support business
• - Leads cross-functional category team(s)
• - Identifies and may implement key Global Supply Chain initiatives
• - Provides cross-functional team leadership within assigned category(ies); leads cross-functional
• - Collaborates with manager and cross-functional peers to create long-term supplier strategies and
• - Co-leads direct procurement supplier selection process with collaboration from Supplier

🎯 Requirements

• BS degree or equivalent and 10+ years of supply chain experience in a regulated industry
• Experience utilizing strategic sourcing principles, including six step sourcing process, category
• Strong negotiation skills, proven track record of savings, and thorough understanding of key
• Significant computer experience including MS Office products and ERP systems. Strong Excel skills.
• Proven track record of effective project management in a fast-paced manufacturing company. Ability
• Thorough knowledge of and experience working with kanban systems and other lean principles

🎁 Benefits

• Market-competitive compensation packages, inclusive of base pay, incentives, benefits, and equity.
• Equal Opportunity Employer
• Accommodation for qualified individuals with disabilities