Beiersdorf · 3 days ago
Procurement Category Manager, Indirect
Stamford, CT
Full-time
Hybrid
Mid, Senior Level
$25/hr - $45/hr
5+ years expBeiersdorf is a global company known for its iconic skin and sun care brands. They are seeking a Procurement Category Manager for North America Indirect, responsible for defining and deploying category strategies, managing procurement activities, and ensuring compliance with procurement standards while fostering supplier relationships.
BeautyHealth CareManufacturingService Industry
Responsibilities
Develop, implement and supervise local procurement category strategies for various Indirect spend defined as locally or regionally sourced by procurement
Support the implementation of the Beiersdorf Supply Chain strategy from both a global and regional perspective
Market Analysis/ Market Research, identify, document and maintain supplier pools for Indirect spend categories
Lead, analyze and present results of market tenders
Negotiate, review and maintain all Master Service Agreements (MSA) & Supply Agreements (SA) within areas of defined spend responsibility
Identify and implement cost savings and continuous improvement initiatives
Collaborate with demand owners on business strategies and or project objectives to select the best suppliers with the most cost effective and or valuable solution
Lead multiple projects simultaneously with very short deadlines
Provide operational support as needed for the systematic ordering of materials and services thru the defined “Purchase to Pay” process
Responsible to ensure all Procurement Compliance requirements are adhered too
Responsible to achieve all required procurement KPIs in the defined areas of responsibility
Actively leading Supplier Relationships and necessary issues as needed
Work closely & collaboratively with team members on various strategic & operational topics as needed
Support various administrative procurement tasks as required (i.e. organizational training, process documentation, reporting, etc.)
Qualification
Required
Bachelor's Degree in business / marketing or equivalent
5 plus years strategic procurement experience, preferred category experience in 'Indirect' goods and services
Experience in Consumer Packaged Goods or related field a plus
Demonstrable use of best in class sourcing tools and techniques (RFI, RFQ, category analysis and market research)
Validated experience in negotiating, contract review, supplier management principles and project management
Ability to work well within a cross-functional team in highly collaborative work environment
Experience working in fast paced environment with evolving deadlines
Proven strong partner management skills
Demonstrated passion for procurement and driving of continuous improvement initiatives
Critical thinking skills, ability to find solutions to complex problems without guidance
Strong attention to detail
Demonstrates accountability for actions, learns from mistakes and applies takeaways
Excellent communication skills, ability to communicate at all levels
Proficient in persuasive communication
Demonstrates natural curiosity and is a continuous learner
Microsoft suite of tools (Excel, Word, PowerPoint)
Ability to travel up to 20%
Preferred
Knowledge of SRM/SAP/ERP/ E-Sourcing (Ariba)/Power BI systems desirable
Benefits
Generous and flexible PTO policy
Paid Parental Leave
Comprehensive Wellness and Benefits program
Cash Balance Plan (similar to a pension)
401k match
Established Employee Resource Groups/affinity groups help to grow important connections and belonging with other colleagues
Dynamic work model – hybrid (at least 3 days on-site)
Company
Beiersdorf
Beiersdorf is a skin care product manufacturing company.
10001+ employees
Funding
Current Stage
Late StageLeadership Team
Jessica MacDaniel
Senior Human Resources Business Partner
Marissa Staffieri
HR Business Partner, Sales & Shopper Customer Marketing
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