Strategic Sourcing Category Manager - Direct Material Sourcing
Charlotte, NC
A leading organization is looking to hire an Strategic Sourcing Category Manager - Direct Material Sourcing for their expanding department. The Strategic Sourcing Category Manager - Direct Material Sourcing is responsible for overseeing the spend on various Direct Materials (Metals, Chemicals, Fabricated Parts, Plastic etc.)
Responsibilities and Desired Experience:
- Develop and implement sourcing strategies and processes across the entire organization
- Work cross-functionally with other department to determine cost budgets
- Develop and maintain supplier relations
- Work with various direct materials related suppliers to help facilitate organizational needs
- Continually produce concise and achievable goals and objectives for vendors
- Engage with key stakeholders across multiple business units
- Identify process and cost savings opportunities
Requirements:
- 5-10 years of experience in procurement/sourcing management
- Bachelor's Degree (Masters/MBA is preferred)
- Manufacturing background preferred
- Extensive Direct Material Procurement experience required
- Ability to negotiate contracts and establish vendor relations
- Strong verbal and written communication skills
- Leadership and Management Experience