Plastics Category Manager

2 days ago

Lakewood CO USA, United States Terumo BCT Full time
Job Title: Plastics Category Manager

At Terumo Blood and Cell Technologies, we are seeking an experienced and strategic Plastics Category Manager to lead the procurement of plastics-related products within our direct materials sourcing team.

Key Responsibilities:
  • Develop and execute long-term category strategies for highly critical and visible direct materials supporting Terumo Blood & Cell Technologies' global manufacturing network.
  • Prepare RFx, analyze proposals, and lead cross-functional supplier selections based on total value proposition.
  • Plan and execute supplier negotiations around pricing, capacity, business & legal terms.
  • Cultivate expert-level knowledge of category trends including cost drivers, global pricing, supply and demand material lead times, technical/manufacturing processes, and supplier market dynamics.
  • Drive alternate sourcing, supplier consolidation and localization to maximize pricing leverage and cycle time improvements.
  • Drive and manage enhanced margin through improved material cost savings.
  • Drive commodity performance improvement to stated goals: Lead time improvements, Minimum Order Quantity improvements, Localization or Vendor Managed Inventory opportunities, Payment Terms, Incoming Quality, decrease inventory levels and increase inventory turns.
  • Prepare Business Cases, including ROI models, and effectively present Cost Savings proposals to appropriate parties for approval and qualification.
  • Negotiate business T & C's relating to: payment terms, delivery terms, inventory strategies, lead times, price reduction and other strategic issues with key suppliers.
  • Lead in the development and execution of global or regional negotiation strategies with suppliers, including specific targets for pricing, service, quality, and inventory.
Requirements:
  • Bachelor's degree in business, supply chain or operations field.
  • MBA preferred.
  • Minimum 3-5 years' experience in similar role or related experience at a global manufacturing company.
  • Preferred - experience with Plastics commodity.
Preferred Skills:
  • Supplier relationship management & negotiation.
  • Executive-level communication and stakeholder management in a global company.
  • Excellent verbal and written communication, analytical, leadership, problem-solving and organizational skills.
  • Demonstrated ability to consistently work through multiple issues by capitalizing on available resources and prioritizing accordingly.
  • Demonstrated use of comprehensive analytical skills to determine alternatives and present recommendations.
  • Demonstrated ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously and ability to thrive in a continuous improvement environment.
  • Knowledge and use of relevant PC software applications and skills to use them effectively.
Location:

Lakewood, Colorado or Remote.

Physical Requirements:
  • Typical Office Environment requirements including reading, speaking, hearing, close vision, walking, bending, sitting, and occasional lifting up to 20 pounds.
  • The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an associate to successfully perform the essential duties of this job. Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform their essential duties.
Target Pay Range:

$128,500.00 to $160,600.00 - Salary to be determined by the education, experience, knowledge, skills, and abilities of the applicant, internal equity, and alignment with market data

At Terumo Blood and Cell Technologies, we provide competitive total reward offerings that consist of compensation, benefits, recognition, along with a wealth of other well-being, work-life and recognition programs which support in unlocking the potential for you and your family.

Terumo Blood and Cell Technologies is part of Terumo Group, founded in 1921 and headquartered in Tokyo, Japan.

We are proud to be an Equal Opportunity Affirmative Action Employer. All applicants will be afforded equal opportunity without discrimination because of race, color, religion, sex, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, marital status, order of protection status, national origin or ancestry, citizenship status, age, physical or mental disability unrelated to ability, military status or an unfavorable discharge from military service.

Terumo Blood and Cell Technologies is committed to providing a safe, healthy and secure working environment.

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