Category Manager - Mauser Packaging Solutions

• 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)

Requirements

• Bachelor'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 role
• Ability to multi task while able to prioritize key priorities to impact business results.
• Excellent in communication and ability to influence internal and external stakeholders
• High Energy Level, Quick Leaner, Curiosity
• Strong Desire to Achieve Results
• Demonstrated strong analytical skillset. Proficiency in Excel, Tableau.
• Fact-based & data driven in decision making process
• Leader to own & drive activities within cross-functional team
• 5+ years of Strategic Sourcing experience
• 5+ years of Procurement experience supporting the manufacturing industry
• 5+ years of Supplier Relationship Management experience
• 5+ years of experience working within a cross functional team
• Be self-directed and manage multiple tasks without close supervision