Category Manager, Indirect Sourcing

LGC Group•Gaithersburg, MD

16h•Hybrid

About The Position

The Category Manager manages and coordinates a portfolio of indirect suppliers in the development and implementation of strategic sourcing activities across the business. Coordinate strategic sourcing for assigned indirect categories by gathering data, identifying suppliers, preparing quotes, qualifying suppliers, and analyzing gaps for supplier selection decisions. This role is responsible for developing indirect category sourcing strategies and managing supplier relationships and performance as well as leading cost reduction for assigned categories To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to capably perform each of the following essential functions:

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree in business administration, supply chain management, or a related field—or an equivalent combination of applicable education and relevant work experience
Demonstrated expertise with ERP systems and procurement tools including RFQ’s, contracting, scorecards, and reports
Demonstrable experience in a procurement or purchasing function supporting a manufacturing organization
Prior success with business partnering, resulting in highly effective business relationships
Demonstrable experience developing and delivering category management plans with global suppliers
Proven track record handling commercial and contractual negotiations
Demonstrable experience managing material and critical supplier relationships
Commercial acumen with proven business awareness

Nice To Haves

Proven knowledge of the scientific and technical markets that LGC operates in
Experience in working within a complex laboratory environment is preferred but not essential
Relevant qualification (e.g., APICS/CIPS) or equivalent professional experience

Responsibilities

Build and maintain relationships with suppliers in designated categories to maximize the delivery of value to the business
Ensure effective purchasing practices and supplier documentation are in place for sourcing relationships in relevant categories
Ensure supplier training for relevant processes and procedures; develop and implement communication plans to key stakeholders
Establish and manage indirect sourcing goals and metrics for cost reduction, supplier performance, and sourcing decisions based on internal and external factors; lead supplier negotiations where advised
Supervise supplier and product performance, identify performance gaps, and outline improvements to ensure business objectives and investment returns are met
Analyze market and delivery conditions to determine present and future supply availability and price trends, recommending efficient procurement channels where appropriate
Participate in and, where relevant, lead activities dedicated to continuous cost reduction and value improvement throughout the supply chain
Drive compliance to company policies and procedures
Support the preparation of annual sourcing plans linked to annual profit plans
Perform other duties as the need arises, or assigned by management, to meet business needs