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Category Manager for Sustainable Packaging Solutions

2 months ago


Glenview, Illinois, United States ITW Full time
Job Overview

Company Overview:
ITW (NYSE: ITW) is a leading Fortune 200 organization with a global workforce of nearly 45,000 employees across 51 countries. Our headquarters is designed to support employee well-being, featuring amenities such as a fitness center, cafeteria, and outdoor recreational facilities.

Position Summary:
The Strategic Sourcing Category Manager for Packaging is a pivotal role within ITW's corporate sourcing team. This position is tasked with the formulation and implementation of effective, sustainable, and diverse packaging strategies for a substantial portfolio valued at $175M. As an individual contributor, the manager will collaborate with various functional stakeholders across ITW's North American divisions to identify and optimize spending requirements, thereby developing and executing high-impact category strategies that ensure optimal cost, quality, service delivery, and innovative value engineering.

Key Responsibilities:

  • Identify and implement innovative packaging solutions across the organization, focusing on total cost of ownership, sustainability, and cost efficiency.
  • Lead the development and execution of category plans and sourcing strategies for packaging and related goods and services.
  • Employ the 7-Step Sourcing process to manage all relevant category activities from initiation to execution and necessary adjustments.
  • Facilitate and lead cross-functional stakeholder councils to effectively vet and secure the performance of category management strategies.
  • Analyze market trends to understand cost drivers and their implications on market capacity, developing strategies to mitigate risks.
  • Establish category performance metrics (KPIs) and supplier scorecard programs to evaluate the effectiveness and value of category management strategies.
  • Set benchmark measures at project inception and monitor success, including cycle times, lead times, savings, and process improvements.
  • Lead and execute value engineering programs focused on cost-effective design within the packaging sector.
  • Conduct supplier business reviews in collaboration with internal stakeholders, measuring performance against established KPIs.

Qualifications:

  • Bachelor's degree in supply chain management or a related business field.
  • A minimum of 3 years of experience in sourcing or supply chain management, particularly in packaging materials.
  • Willingness to travel approximately 20-30% of the time, with a requirement to work full-time at the corporate headquarters when not traveling.
  • Experience in leading cross-functional teams in a matrixed environment.
  • In-depth knowledge of packaging cost drivers and market trends.
  • Proven ability to create compelling business cases and drive group decision-making.
  • Demonstrated success in managing comprehensive category strategies for packaging, including cost reduction and process improvement initiatives.
  • Strong analytical skills to establish organizational objectives and evaluate relevant metrics.
  • Proficient in resolving complex process and systems challenges.
  • Effective project management skills, including planning, scheduling, and tracking.
  • Experience in contract negotiation and administration.
  • Exceptional communication skills, with the ability to collaborate across various functional areas.
  • Strong negotiation capabilities and excellent interpersonal skills.

Additional Information:
ITW is committed to fostering an inclusive workplace that values diverse perspectives and experiences. We are an equal opportunity employer and ensure that all qualified applicants receive consideration for employment without regard to any protected characteristic.