Metso Outotec - Columbia, SC
posted 28 days ago
About the position
Join an industry leader and make a positive change in the sustainable use of the world's natural resources. Together, we will transform the business and drive the industry toward a greener future. At Metso, you will be supported by our inclusive culture and a network of colleagues from around the world. With us, you will embark on a personal growth journey and are encouraged to realize your potential. This is your invitation to rise above the possible. We are seeking a Global Category Manager to join our strategic purchasing team. As Global Category Manager, you lead and develop related activities linked to our factories worldwide. You contribute proactively to reach the goals but also to take the business to the next level by developing and optimizing the existing sourcing process. The demand for Pump Business line's services is very good, this recruitment is an effect of that, but also that a lot of effort is being put into making the already successful business within Pumps Business line even better. In this position, you will report to Head of procurement, Pump Operations. We are happy to offer flexible working arrangements, including hybrid options. Travel is included in this position, to suppliers and our factories globally, on monthly to quarterly basis.
Responsibilities
- Be responsible for supplier selection, price, quality and capacity within the category
- Coordinate regional sourcing activities
- Identify and negotiate commercial terms with new suppliers
- Develop collaboration possibilities and identify alternative suppliers for critical products and markets
- Do continuous and proactive development work
- Collaborate closely with contracted suppliers
- Continuously inform internal stakeholders
- Be responsible for regulatory compliance
Requirements
- Experienced strategic buyer with technical knowledge
- Many years of experience in category-based procurement from the manufacturing industry
- Strong communicative ability and structured manner
- Analytical skills with a focus on results and solutions
- Very good English speaking and writing skills
- Familiarity with ERP systems, purchasing and sourcing tools, Excel and other Office programs
- Specific experience from work in purchasing-related modules in SAP is desirable
Nice-to-haves
- Swedish language skills in speech and writing
Benefits
- Occupational healthcare
- Generous benefits plan
- Healthy living rewards
- Mental well-being services
- On-site gym
- Bicycle benefits
- Engagement surveys
- Hybrid working possibilities
