The Hershey - Hershey, PA

posted about 1 month ago

Full-time - Mid Level
Hershey, PA
Food Manufacturing

About the position

The Sr Category Specialist, Procurement will be responsible for category management, supplier relationship management, value delivery, sustainability & resiliency of assigned categories of $150-250M+ in spend.

Responsibilities

  • Develop and implement category management and strategic sourcing plans for the procurement of high-quality materials while unlocking value to Hershey and maximizing the capabilities of our co-manufacturing partners.
  • Establish and maintain strong relationships with suppliers, lead strategic contracts negotiation, and ensure compliance with company standards.
  • Collaborate with Procurement, Supply Chain and other functions to identify and support innovation, continuous improvement initiatives that achieve organizational objectives including technology capabilities, cost savings, quality and service improvements, supplier diversity, and working capital improvement, etc.
  • Monitor and control procurement budgets, identifying opportunities for cost savings, working capital and efficiency improvements.
  • Identify and mitigate price and/or continuity risks to ensure a resilient supply chain.
  • Prepare and present procurement performance reports to senior management, highlighting key metrics and areas for improvement.

Requirements

  • A bachelor's degree in Supply Chain Management, Business Administration, or a related field is typically required.
  • A minimum of 3 years of progressive experience in procurement, with at least 2 years in a direct procurement role.
  • Experience in the consumer packaged goods industry is highly preferred.
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