Category Manager

Alliance Laundry System•Ripon, WI

About The Position

As a member of the Procurement team, the Commodity Manager is responsible for strategic management of assigned commodities for Alliance Laundry Systems by developing and implementing commodity strategies through the analysis of current spend, selecting and managing suppliers, negotiating pricing, executing contracts and general procurement administration. The Commodity Manager role has a heavy emphasis on managing projects as a key contributor to our Value Enhancement program.

Requirements

Minimum of three years of experience preferably in a manufacturing environment
Highly proficient in the use of Excel and experience with data analysis
Excellent communication skills
Strong business acumen
Proficient investigation and research skills
Excellent material planning and inventory management skills
Demonstrated cross-functional team leadership and facilitation skills
Experience working with global suppliers
Excellent project management skills
Customer service mentality/relationship building
Bachelor’s degree in Business, Supply Chain, Operations Management or related field required.
Position involves sitting long periods, standing, manual dexterity, stooping, bending and minimal lifting.
Ability to travel domestically and internationally on an as needed basis

Nice To Haves

SAP experience preferred
ASCM certification preferred

Responsibilities

Implements cost, delivery, and quality improvement programs in the procurement of Indirect Goods and Services
Manages supplier development, sourcing, relationships and contract administration
Accountable to drive and implement assigned project(s) and provide routine updates to the organization on the status of assigned projects
Accountable for ensuring all suppliers meet project schedules and work to continuously improve cost, quality and delivery requirements
Identify poor performing suppliers and drive improvement opportunities or find alternative sourcing options to ensure uninterrupted supply
Works on complex problems/projects where analysis of situation or data requires an in-depth evaluation of multiple factors and timely communication
Conducts research to identify new sources of supply, evaluate current suppliers, prepares reports and manages supplier relationships for assigned commodities
Ensures supplier relationships are conducted in an ethical and professional manner
Facilitates cross-functional work groups to select new suppliers using cost based methods
Working with internal customers toward prompt resolution of opportunities/issues while exemplifying a positive customer service mentality
Keeps up to date and assesses procurement trends by maintaining affiliations with successful companies who practice effective procurement management, attending educational workshops, reviewing professional publications, and participating in professional associations