Global Category Manager - Chemicals

Overview

Lead global procurement strategy for chemicals, managing sourcing, contracts, and suppliers.

Key Responsibilities

• sourcing strategy
• supplier management
• market research
• risk mitigation
• contract negotiation
• cost optimization

Tasks

-Develops/Manages Preferred Supplier Network, Strategic Suppliers -Obtains agreement of the strategy from all business stakeholders and publishes it for all users to access -Develop and implement a comprehensive global sourcing strategy for Polymers, Amines & Chelants & Hydrocarbon Solvent, including raw materials, intermediates, and specialty chemicals. - Identify market trends, supply chain risks, and opportunities for innovation and optimization within the category. -Drives Cash Improvements across assigned Categories -Drive supplier relationship management processes, including leading periodic business reviews to monitor and manage supplier performance and value proposition KPI's (cost, quality service, etc.) -Conduct market research and analysis to stay updated on industry trends, emerging technologies, and competitor activities. -Ensure compliance with relevant regulations, safety standards, and sustainability practices in procurement activities. -Responsible for maintaining ongoing dialogue with the regional procurement teams, regional category managers, Global Product Managers & Technology dept. on key supplier issues -Share insights and recommendations with senior leadership to inform strategic decision-making. -Mitigate Risks to the business by driving a comprehensive Sole/Single/Dual Source strategy that builds a flexible supply chain and ensures continuity of supply -Lead contract negotiations with suppliers to achieve favorable terms and conditions, ensuring compliance with corporate policies. -Develop and manage contract lifecycle processes, including renewals and compliance tracking. -Defines Contracting Strategy and leads Supplier Negotiations -Develop a Best Cost Country strategy that drives the purchases to the location with optimal Total Landed Cost -Facilitative Leadership Reports to Leadership on Market Trends and Category Performance -Defines a Global Category Strategy for assigned Categories that drives continuous improvement within the Category and benefits to the business

Requirements

• procurement
• supply chain
• strategic sourcing
• negotiation
• bachelor's
• leadership

What You Bring

-Possesses unquestioned integrity and strong business ethics and leads by example. -12+ years of experience in procurement, category management, or supply chain management, with a focus on chemicals. -Experience in working in different cultures and environments, in a matrixed organization. -Advanced interpersonal, communication, and presentation skills. Open, objective, and transparent communication, listening, and proactive. -Proven track record of strategic sourcing and supplier management in a global context. -Demonstrated experience in building and leading high-performing teams, with effective talent management, pipelining, and building of partnerships across sub-teams. -Bachelor’s degree from an accredited university or college -Negotiation skills and ability to influence with competencies in general expense contract requirements/nuances. -Regional and global travel required - 30%. -Familiarity with market trends and key suppliers for Polymers, Amines & Chelants & Hydrocarbon solvents. -Excellent verbal/written communication and interpersonal skills, capable of developing presentations and comfortable interacting with internal/external stakeholders and Veolia Water Tech senior management.

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Benefits

-Estimated compensation range for this role is $115,000 - 125,000 + 10% annual bonus, based on experience -This is a hybrid position, with 3 days in the office and 2 days from home

About Veolia North America

-Focuses on water, waste, and energy management through sustainable solutions. -Serves a wide range of industries, from residential to industrial and infrastructure projects. -Offers services like wastewater treatment, water recycling, energy management, and waste disposal, tailored to customer needs. -Specializes in sectors such as energy, utilities, and water, helping clients minimize their environmental impact. -Manages large infrastructure projects, including eco-efficient systems for municipalities and industries. -Works on notable projects including energy-efficient systems for commercial buildings, waste-to-energy facilities, and water reclamation systems. -Operates across multiple regions, addressing major environmental challenges.

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