Job Opening: Category Manager
- Company
- Carlisle Interconnect Technologies
- Location
- Carlisle, PA
- Posted on
- May 16, 2024
Job Summary
This position is responsible for overall sourcing strategy development and implementation for assigned categories of products/services in Purchasing group. This includes working cross functionally across CCM to determine the sourcing needs of the organization, understanding the associated spend market supply dynamics, and working with existing or potential suppliers to develop and implement optimal sourcing strategies to maximize the value (cost reduction, continuous improvement, supply continuity, product/service quality). This position interacts often with internal stakeholders at a high level. Candidates must be comfortable reporting on projects and service programs to Director & VP level periodically. This role relies on strong leadership and drive towards results, a high degree of internal and external relationship management, technical aptitude, excellent data analytical abilities and effective communication and organizational skills. Standard hours of operation will be Monday- Friday, 8 am to 5pm, with the possibility of 20% travel time throughout the year.
Duties and Responsibilities:
Required Knowledge/Skills/Abilities:
- Demonstrated knowledge and experience in category management and strategic sourcing, with a focus on driving cost savings and process efficiencies in the assigned spend categories.
- Excellent analytical and problem-solving abilities. Be able to research data from multiple sources (industry data, market intel sources, internal spend data) draw inferences.
- Strong negotiation and contract management skills.
- Strong written and verbal communication skills.
- Understanding of purchasing practices.
- Business understanding of end-to-end supply chain processes.
- Proficiency in SAP and Microsoft programs.
Education and Experience:
Required:
Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Business, or related field.
- Minimum of 5 years' related experience.
Preferred:
MBA or Master's Degree in related field
- 6+ years of related experience
- Relevant industry certifications (CPSM, CPIM etc.)
- Prior Management experience
Working Conditions:
- Individual will operate primarily in an office setting, with a hybrid flexibility to work from a home part of the week.
Individual will occasionally be in a plant environment where it may be dirt, dusty, and hotter/colder than office settings.
Working Hours: Mo day - Friday, 8 am - 5 pm.
Equal Opportunity Employer Minorities/Women/Protected Veterans/Disabled