Sourcing Category Manager - Newark, United States - W.L. Gore & Associates

W.L. Gore & Associates

Verified Company

Newark, United States

1 week ago

Posted by:

Mark Lane

beBee recruiter

Description

This position may be located in Europe or the United States.

About the Role:
We are looking for an experienced Sourcing Category Manager to join our Performance Solutions team.

In this role, you will ensure cost effective components availability of our Connector and Machined Parts categories, while supporting multiple program teams and development activities.

This position will be located at our facility in Newark, Delaware with the possibility of a hybrid remote work arrangement, depending upon the responsibilities of the role and business needs.

Responsibilities:

Develop the category strategy and implementation plan aligned with company processes and objectives, in cooperation with key stakeholders
Gather and analyze relevant data on key market trends affecting category strategies while continually seeking to develop increased understanding of market dynamics. Monitor and anticipate key market developments, implementing gotomarket strategies that optimize supply base
Develop and implement strategic sourcing activities, including but not limited to: spend analysis, benchmarking, supply market analysis, supplier analysis, RFI/RFP building, supplier contract negotiations, price analysis, shouldcost modeling, make versus buy analysis & outsourcing product lifecycle management
Own and manage supplier relationships; develop and implement a structured process for establishing and reviewing supplier management goals, including supplier performance metrics, delivery on time, quality in support of unique business, technical and sustainability needs and objectives for continuous improvement
Drive supplier compliance with regulatory requirements and the development of new suppliers; identify high risk suppliers and develop risk mitigation plans
Build relationships with outside suppliers to leverage and expand access to new technologies not available internally to GORE
Manage key stakeholder relationships while ensuring business requirements are met
Drive crossfunction efforts internally to improve cost effectiveness for key value we procure from external partner
Collaborate with the Procurement Operations team to transfer strategic requirements to ensure efficient core purchasing activities (examples: engagements with suppliers, driving costreduction projects and developing supply chain as required)
Recognize and protect Gore's intellectual property

Required Qualifications:

Bachelor's degree in Supply Chain Management, Engineering, Business (or equivalent)
Minimum 5 years of experience in strategic sourcing/category management in complex manufacturing environment
Strategic mindset capable of embedding and aligning procurement process and goals with overall business objectives and anticipating future market trends and challenges
Capability to drive difficult negotiations to successful outcomes
Skilled leader of and participant in crossfunctional projects
Strong communication skills, teamwork, collaboration, and ability to build relationships and affecting change in global teams
Demonstrated ability to create and implement a sourcing strategy
Demonstrated ability to hold others accountable, both within teams and with suppliers
Ability to travel up to 25%; nationally and internationally

Desired Qualifications:

Expertise in the assigned categories or similar complexity category
Expertise in Aerospace and Semiconductor & Microelectronics markets
SAP

Hybrid Working Arrangements are permitted for Associates in the continental United States (US) and Canada, with appropriate approval and compliance with Gore's hybrid working policies, from the country in which they are employed.

What We Offer:

Our success is based on the capability and creativity of our Associates, and we are proud to offer a comprehensive and competitive total rewards program that supports your everyday and helps you build your tomorrow.

We believe in the strength of a diverse and inclusive workplace. With diverse perspectives, ideas and experiences, we uncover new possibilities and make a greater impact in the world.

We are proud of Associates for building on our rich history of innovation, upholding our values and supporting an inclusive work environment where we treat each other and our external partners with fairness, dignity and respect.

Gore is committed to a drug-free workplace. All employment is contingent upon successful completion of drug and background screening.

Gore will consider qualified applicants with criminal histories, e.g., arrest and conviction records, in a manner consistent with the requirements of applicable laws.

Gore requires all applicants to be eligible to work within the U.S. Gore generally will not sponsor visas unless otherwise noted on the position description.

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