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Silgan Plastics · 1 hour ago

Supply Chain Category Manager

Chesterfield, MO

Full-time

Onsite

Senior Level

5+ years exp

Silgan Plastics is a leader in the plastic bottling industry, known for its technical innovation and creative packaging solutions. The Supply Chain Category Manager is responsible for overseeing and executing sourcing activities for key services and raw materials, collaborating with cross-functional teams to influence category strategies and enhance procurement effectiveness.

Manufacturing

Hiring Manager

Carrie Cacciatore

Responsibilities

Manage the relationship with current and prospective suppliers to ensure cost optimization, operational efficiency, and cultivate partnerships that are crucial for business success and growth

Spearhead the development and execution of procurement strategies within assigned categories to ensure alignment with the company’s goals

Lead RFP processes, evaluate proposals, negotiate contract terms and conditions, and present results and recommendations to the leadership team

Conduct thorough cost analysis, seeking cost-saving opportunities, and implement strategies to optimize within assigned categories

Monitor market trends, industry developments, and innovation to make informed decisions regarding product sourcing and category management

Collaborate with cross functional teams, including, production, operations, quality, commercial and finance, to help achieve the category strategy

Identify areas of opportunities in the supply chain process and execute solutions to enhance efficiency, optimize operations, and minimize supply-related risk

Support buyers and planners in resolving supply-related concerns and challenges

Provide monthly price updates to the Pricing team to ensure cost alignment

Assess supplier performance and drive strategic improvements like reduced lead times, better quality, lower inventory, YOY cost reductions

Develop and maintain key performance indicators (KPI) to track effectiveness and efficiency of the procurement function

Drive continuous improvement throughout procurement

Qualification

Strategic SourcingAnalytical SkillsNegotiation SkillsERP Systems KnowledgeCost AnalysisInterpersonal SkillsPresentation SkillsCommunication Skills

Required

Bachelor's or master's in finance, Purchasing, Supply Chain or a related field

5-10 years of relevant experience in Strategic Sourcing, Purchasing, Supply Chain, preferably in a packaging or manufacturing environment

Result-oriented individual with strong analytical/Excel skills able to transform data into actionable insights to facilitate the decision-making process

Capable of working effectively in a dynamic, cross-functional environment with rapid pace and changes

Develop a deep understanding of assigned categories, market dynamics, and their impact on the business

Ability to develop should-cost and cost of ownership models

Demonstrated track record of successfully leading negotiations and delivering tangible results for the organization

Excellent interpersonal, presentation, verbal and written communication skills

ERP systems knowledge (Oracle experience preferred)