Category Manager in FL by Insight Global

DAY-TO-DAY
Insight Global is looking for a hybrid Category Manager in the Tampa Bay Florida or the Cartersville Georgia area to support their client. The main objective for this individual is to support in achieving annual objectives such as BCC spend (Best Cost Country Sourcing), Capex project completion, avoidance and savings goal , and cross functional team engagement . This job is also responsible for effectively managing the strategic procurement process by developing effective supply programs that decrease total cost of ownership. Responsibilities will also include developing sourcing strategies, leading the competitive bid and supplier selection process, negotiating with suppliers and managing supplier relationships, including contract development and administration. They will carry out company policies regarding procurement practices, standards, and ethical conduct to ensure the fair, effective, and competitive sourcing of goods and services throughout the operating units. Continuous contact with field personnel, operations management, and suppliers is required to ensure a high standard of professional practices and results, and to optimize the acquisition process thereby achievement of financial objectives. 
Their responsibilities include but are not limited to: 
1. Manage Capex and BCC spending on a commercial level by assisting project teams in procurement activities throughout the entire project lifecycle. 

2. Lead the development of procurement strategies for assigned categories at all levels (global, national, & regional), ensuring cost-effective results and ethical procurement practices. 
a. Analyze category market attributes such as number of suppliers, competitiveness, logistics, technology, criticality, market complexity, etc.
b. Engage internal customers to fully understand the impact of each category to the operation. 
c. Utilize market and business intelligence to effectively develop procurement strategies. 
d. Coordinate and lead cross-functional teams e. Promote alternative sourcing methods internally 

3. Continuously gather and maintain pertinent key supplier and market intelligence for assigned categories, such as financial performance, business activities, negotiation history, cost drivers, and supplier performance in order to support effective decision-making, negotiation planning, and to reduce supply chain risk. Candidate must have experience in building market intelligence (macro, geopolitical, environmental, etc.). 

4. Negotiate, develop, and manage supply agreements for assigned categories by: 
a. Leading the development of RFi, international contracts, and project execution. b. Effectively managing the competitive bid process. 
c. Analyzing competitive bids and developing negotiation strategies. 
d. Negotiating and developing agreements for assigned categories. 
e. Gaining a Broad knowledge and implementation of strategic supplier negotiation, performance management, and contracting. 
5. Follow and improve the spare parts process for Capex and BCC projects 

6. Work with key stakeholders to identify, plan, and execute continuous improvement opportunities to decrease the total cost of ownership. 
a. Annually meet with key stakeholders to identify areas for continuous improvement as it pertains to procurement. 
b. Facilitate the engagement of suppliers to assist in the action plan to improve total cost of ownership.
DESIRED SKILLS
6 to 10 years of experience in category management or strategic sourcing (removed spend amount 
Manufacturing and or industrial industry background 
Experience sourcing for materials and services (capitol expediture experience) 
strategic planning, performance management, and contract negotiation experience 
Contracts experience such as (MSA, ESA, RFP,RFQ, RFI) 
Strong communication and negotiation skills Experience sourcing for equipment and services in the upwards of 50 to 100 million range.
PLUSSES
Ariba or SAP experience

 Insight Global
https://www.projectcasting.com/job/50901-category-manager

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