Global Category Manager – Packaging

Role Overview

• Develop and communicate the execution of the global category strategy spanning multiple divisions/franchises/locations
• Drive compliance to preferred supply base and purchasing channel to realize saving goals
• Manage mutli-year category plan and respective contracts
• Manage category spend (circa $20M)
• Take the lead, among all Packaging GCMs, on the strategy and targets definition/progression, related to: Dual sourcing Best Cost Country suppliers and spend Engagement on NPI projects Usage of e-sourcing tools (eRFx) Sustainability
• Suppliers’ selection, identifying the need, new potential suppliers, RFI, support Audit when possible
• Supplier performance management, supplier innovation contribution and continuous improvement of supply base
• Prepare and execute RFI’s, RFQ’s, and negotiations
• Ensure timely and compliant implementation of new contracts and manage supplier agreements through contract life
• Use e-sourcing tool for at least 50% of the RFI/RFP
• Identify and drive procurement projects to deliver cost savings and ensure project plans and related savings are documented and maintained in required project/savings tracking tool
• Engage with Procurement COE to ensure proper classification of category spend
• Develop supplier innovation, capacities & capabilities
• Identify and develop suppliers in Best Cost Countries
• Proactive analysis of market conditions (supply market trends, macroeconomic indicators, regulatory changes, etc.) and supply base to identify and address potential risks and opportunities
• Employ a total delivered cost framework and approach to achieve total value improvement
• Develop and maintain relationships with key suppliers (strategic vendor management, SRM) communication to management & stakeholders (Market trends, indicators, etc)
• Build relationships and partner closely with key business stakeholders (e.g. Product Management, R&D, Manufacturing) to understand current and future business requirements, strategy, challenges, opportunities and proactively address
• Communicate overall market & category trends/results to management and stakeholders
• Supplier improvements/performance (through supplier scorecards & actions plan implementation)
• Quarterly Business Reviews with strategic suppliers

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree or equivalent years of experience
• MBA (desired)
• 6+ years in Procurement or Supply Chain with Commodity/Category management experience
• Excellent commercial instincts & business knowledge/acumen
• Strong negotiation skills
• Strong analytical & problem-solving capability
• Able to effectively manage/lead virtual teams
• Strong project management skills
• Able to manage multiple projects & priorities
• Fluent English language skills
• German and/or Italian desirable

Benefits

• Global Product Management exposure
• Advancement and growth opportunities
• Innovative products and technologies