Indirect sourcing category manager – mro & packaging
* full-time
* department: supply chain
the indirect sourcing category manager is an individual contributor responsible for leading strategic sourcing activities for north america. This role manages a complex portfolio of goods & services, provides strategic leadership, manages internal relationships, and supports supplier relationship management within the mro & secondary packaging categories, representing approximately $70m in spend.
the role involves working closely with business stakeholders across all fortune brand operating companies to understand needs and develop/execute sourcing strategies aimed at reducing total cost of ownership through negotiation skills, tools, and processes. The manager will build strong cross-functional relationships, execute value-driven projects, and implement best practices, collaborating with operations and finance.
* partner with key stakeholders and senior leadership to understand strategic direction, business objectives, supply requirements, and priorities to develop and implement effective sourcing and demand management strategies.
* build and manage the project pipeline through category expertise and stakeholder collaboration.
* develop, communicate, and execute sourcing strategies for assigned categories.
* achieve business objectives by capturing value through cost improvements, supplier consolidation, cost avoidance, process improvements, and risk mitigation.
* maintain deep industry and category expertise to provide actionable insights and drive best practices across functions.
* negotiate supplier agreements considering commercial, legal, and risk factors.
* leverage market data sources and best practices to enhance performance.
* ensure compliance with fbin policies among stakeholders, team members, and suppliers.
qualifications:
* fluent in english with strong reading and writing skills.
* minimum of 5 years experience in sourcing mro / industrial supplies, ppe, consumables, pallets, shrink/stretch wrap, etc.
* deep understanding of procurement practices, including sourcing, negotiations, supplier and industry analysis, and rfx processes.
* experience with agile methodologies is a plus.
* willingness to travel approximately 10-15% globally.
* self-starter with ability to prioritize, manage deadlines, and succeed in a fast-paced environment.
* customer-focused with strong interpersonal, presentation, relationship-building, leadership, organizational, and communication skills.
* strong contract negotiation skills, including legal collaboration.
* excellent project management and analytical skills, capable of working independently and leading cross-functional teams.
* accountability-driven, with strategic thinking, organizational savvy, and ability to manage multiple stakeholders.
* strong problem-solving skills, mature judgment, and a penchant for innovation.
* strategic mindset, future-oriented, capable of creating competitive strategies aligned with vision.
* leadership qualities to influence decision-making at all organizational levels.
* knowledge or quick learning ability in agile methodologies.
* encourages innovation, learning from failure, and growth.
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