Senior Category Manager for Indirect Purchasing

4 days ago


Des Moines, Iowa, United States DSJ Global Full time
About DSJ Global

DSJ Global is a pioneering company that has been at the forefront of the industry for many years. Our mission is to deliver exceptional results and provide a platform for growth and development for our employees.

Job Title: Indirect Procurement Strategist

We are seeking an experienced Indirect Procurement Strategist to join our team. As a key member of our procurement organization, you will be responsible for developing and executing strategic plans to drive cost savings and process improvements across North America indirect categories.

The ideal candidate will have a strong background in indirect purchasing, with experience in CapEx project purchasing and solid engineering knowledge on chemical industries. You will be responsible for negotiating contracts, managing relationships with suppliers, and analyzing market trends to identify opportunities for improvement.

This role requires a collaborative mindset, strong negotiation and communication skills, and a commitment to continuous improvement. The successful candidate will have a Bachelor's Degree in business-related fields such as SCM or Operations, and experience with ERP systems like COUPA and SAP. Knowledge of Microsoft Office Suite and RFP processes is also essential.

Key Responsibilities:

  • Develop and implement strategic plans to drive cost savings and process improvements across North America indirect categories
  • Negotiate contracts, manage relationships with suppliers, and analyze market trends to identify opportunities for improvement
  • Collaborate with internal stakeholders to ensure seamless execution of procurement activities
  • Analyze market trends to identify opportunities for cost savings and develop comprehensive plans to execute these initiatives
  • Maintain preferred supplier lists, corporate contracts, and framework agreements

Requirements:

  • Minimum 3-5 years' experience in indirect purchasing
  • Strong understanding of procurement principles and practices
  • Bachelor's Degree in business-related fields such as SCM or Operations
  • Experience with ERP systems like COUPA and SAP
  • Knowledge of Microsoft Office Suite and RFP processes

Salary Range: $90,000 - $120,000 per annum, depending on experience



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