Category Manager

Munters
Any Location, MA
Job Description
We're looking for a skilled Category Manager to join our growing team in Amesbury, MA, supporting the region in optimizing regional and global supply chains for Munters unique air-treatment products and processes using Munters best practices and formats.

Requirements

  • Optimize regional and global supply chains for Munters unique air-treatment products and processes using Munters best practices and formats.
  • Drive category strategy and related projects for the Metal and Core category with the help of internal users and external suppliers.
  • Support and optimize production and supply chains within the Americas region for the Metal and Core category.
  • Follow category market trends and negotiate supplier agreements.
  • Develop Best Country Cost (BCCs) strategies.
  • Responsible for selecting suppliers after carefully assessing suitability for the Metal and Metal Part category Total Cost of Ownership (TCO) development.
  • Meet save targets for the category in the Americas region.
  • Run dedicated Cost Out Projects (COP) in selected categories.
  • Run value analysis and cost breakdowns in accordance with Munters Category programs and standards.
  • Construct and negotiate supply contracts based on Munters requirements.
  • Outline and run dedicated regional and global category wave project in accordance with Munters Category Program, along with outlining category strategies and global/regional synergies between the global sourcing team.
  • Tailor and optimize regional/global supply chains for new product introductions and intercompany product transfers.
  • Support Munters growth and efficiency programs outlined in company strategy.
  • Responsible for the unification of category process work within the Munters organization.
  • Train and educate local teams consisting of Sourcing, Product Management, R&D and Engineering in best practices to secure global/regional/national supplier consolidations.
  • Support buyer activities and enforce Munters contract alignment in accordance with Munters Global Category Process and Sourcing Standards.

Benefits

  • Competitive salary
  • Comprehensive health, dental, and vision insurance plans.
  • Flexible work schedule
  • Generous vacation and paid time off.
  • 401(k) retirement savings plan with employer matching.
  • Professional development opportunities, including tuition reimbursement and conference attendance.
  • Company-sponsored social events and team-building activities.
  • State-of-the-art equipment and tools to support your work.
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