- Competitive Wage
- Medical, Dental and Vision Insurance
- % Tuition reimbursement for Team Members
- 75% Tuition Reimbursement for dependents
- First Time Home Buying Assistance
- K Match and Profit Sharing
- Performance Driven Bonuses
- Facilitate procurement of materials and services: Review and analyze purchase requisitions, prepare bid specifications, issue bid requests, review quotations, review master agreements, statements of work, and issue purchase orders and contracts.
- Identify and implement cost reduction efforts, tracking and recording cost savings and avoidances.
- Identify and select vendors to procure ordered commodities meeting criteria such as price, quantity, quality and delivery date; place orders. Investigating and develop new sources of supplies on an ongoing basis.
- Manage supplier relationships, resolve supplier issues, and develop suppliers.
- Interpret and communicate purchasing procedures to departments; assist departments in initiating orders and solve problems with orders.
- Process purchasing transactions, correspondence and maintain records according to established policies and procedures.
- Assist manufacturing coaches in setting up spare parts and inventory practices with a basic understanding on lean manufacturing principles.
- Understand and follow category sourcing strategies, Kraljic category positioning, and market assessments which are aligned with the needs and strategies of internal customers.
- Bachelors Degree in Supply Chain Management, Business, or related field required
- 5+ years of procurement experience required
- Proven experience in strategic sourcing, procurement, and category management, preferably in the capital equipment space.
- Strong understanding of total cost of ownership, life cycle management, risk management, and budget management as it applies to capital equipment, projects and maintenance.
- Industrial/manufacturing experience
- Basic comprehension of finance and accounting, including sales/use tax and how cost centers and charge accounts are tied to departments for coding orders/invoices.
- Knowledge of purchasing practices and procedures (requisitions, RFPs, sourcing events, receiving, etc.).
- Knowledge of materials, products, and the commodity market in area of responsibility
- Proficiency in using procurement software and tools.
- Familiarity with ERP systems and e-procurement tools.
- Negotiation skills
- Ability to interpret contracts
- Ability to work independently and solve problems in a fast paced environment
- Analytical skills
- Accuracy in detailing and verifying information
- Good interpersonal and communication skills
- Strong customer service skills
- Time management and prioritization skills
- Project management experience
- Experience as a change agent in an organization
- Must be highly organized and detail oriented
Category Manager - Holland, United States - PADNOS
Description
Category Manager
Advisory Office - Holland Corp Office, West 8th St., Holland, Michigan, United States of America Req #65 Friday, March 8,Our professional Team Members are committed to providing service excellence and are passionate about going above and beyond to exceed our customer's expectations. We are looking for individuals who have integrity with strong initiative and relentless attention to detail to do the right thing. We continue to find ways to innovate, lead and make a positive difference in the world. Join our successful team and have an impact on sustainability, one day at a time.
PADNOS is a full-service recycling company handling paper, plastic, metals and electronic recycling. We tailor recycling programs for industrial and commercial clients throughout the United States. PADNOS was founded over a century ago in Holland, MI. The company has thrived as a family business through four generations and has grown to be a market leader and best in class innovator.
Join a growing, sustainable company that offers the opportunity for growth. We invest in our team members and offer the following benefits:
Category Manager Summary:
* Note - this position will be onsite in either Holland or Grand Rapids area*
This position will be responsible for procuring assigned categories of indirect materials and corporate services while working with internal customers to ensure procurement strategies result in the lowest total cost of ownership and align with the needs of each business unit.
Category Manager/Purchasing Agent Position Qualifications:
Be a part of the green movement and join PADNOS today
PADNOS is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, weight, height, sex, sexual orientation, marital status, national origin, age, genetic medical information, protected veteran status, or disability status.