Procurement Category Manager (Hybrid)
Location
Andover, MA | United States
Job description
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We empower our employees to perform and make an impact, to question the status quo, to drive change, to stay ahead of the competition. From the first Dental Implant in 1974 to the latest Digital Solution – we do things differently than others
We deliver innovation based on evidence. This is part of our employer culture as well as an exceptional team spirit that truly encourages diversity and a powerful “can-do” attitude.
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Job Purpose
The Category Manager manages a portfolio of selected categories and/or sub-categories. This role is responsible for designing, introducing, and executing categories/sub-categories strategies and projects for the manufacturing site of Andover in alignment with the global strategy.
In this role, the Category Manager is accountable for the continuity of supply for the portfolios to the site of Andover as well as for the COGS performance.
Main Tasks and Responsibilities
- Manage a $25m spend portfolio of selected categories/sub-categories, projects and strategic suppliers for the site of Andover which can also extend beyon the site or even the business unit
- Develop Procurement category strategies, that are aligned with the overall business strategy and sthe ustainable framework of the Straumann group: ensure the execution of sourcing projects that are integrated, cross-functionally executed and aligned with Straumann business stakeholders.
- To ensure business continuity and de-risk the supply chain for raw materials/packaging and production supports products (not BOM), the Category Manager will design and implement local strategies in line with the business priorities
- Analyze supplier markets and provide recommendations that translate into actionable strategies and forward-looking analysis. Develop expertise, maintain market intelligence and stays abreast of the changing supply base and new technologies.
- Lead and drive sourcing projects and achieve targets:
Lead efforts that drive cost optimization, improve quality, service and enhanced innovation through strategic sourcing, supplier relationship and risk management.
- Identify saving opportunities and manage a pipeline (local, regional, cross business unit) of sourcing projects and initiatives
- Define and execute strategic sourcing initiatives: through the use of the digital tools in place, lead supplier selection and negotiation through the RFP process, in collaboration with the different Straumann business units and corporate functions.
- Manage supplier performance. Define and execute a yearly communication plan with critical / strategic suppliers.
- Ensure proper implementation, track and monitor performance including on ESG aspects once defined for suppliers
- Communicate effectively and influence at all levels (including technical and operational) and with all functions and across cultures
- Manage multiple tasks, set priorities and drive projects and tasks to completion in a fixed time-frame, in an agile environment
Minimum Qualifications:
- Bachelor Degree in any discipline
- 5+ years in a procurement role (category management, strategic sourcing) with exposure to supply chain management (regionally or globally)
- 3+ years Managing complex strategic sourcing projects in a global matrix environment
Preferred Qualifications:
- Experience in at least one of these: packaging, production supports components, raw materials, logistics
- Experience in a regulated industry (defense, aerospace, pharmaceutical, medical devise…)
- Bachelor degree in Business, Economics, or Engineering
- Demonstrated performance in working within cross-functional teams, with requisite drive and energy to be successful in delivering a challenging transformation agenda
- Relevant professional certification like CPSM, ISM, CIPS, APICS, 6-Sigma
- Fluency in at least one additional language is advantageous (e.g. Spanish, French…)
- Excellent written and oral communication skills
- Experience assessing risks associated with supplier and market changes in a regulated environment and formulate risk mitigation actions and strategies
- Demonstrated broad understanding of the content, processes and delivery channels in the field of the assigned categories. expert negotiation skills
- Sense of urgency to support operations when needed, pro-active and “can-do attitude” to identify problems quickly, make sound judgments, establish and implement solutions.
Additional Information:
Whether you’re looking to build your career, improve your health, or brighten your SMILE, we offer generous benefits to help you achieve your goals.
• Very Competitive total compensation plans (some positions include discretionary bonus, or Performance Share Units).
• A 401(K) plan to help you plan for your future with an employer match
• Great health, dental and vision insurance packages to fit your needs to ensure you’re happy and healthy. Straumann contributes a healthy portion towards employees’ premium.
• Generous PTO allowance - plenty of time to recharge those batteries!
Please understand that we do not need external support by recruiting agencies and consultants to fill this vacancy. Thank you for respecting this.
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All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, or disability.
Employment Type: Full Time
Alternative Locations: United States : Andover (MA)
Travel Percentage: 0 - 10%
Requisition ID: 12656
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