Global Category Manager

We are seeking a highly skilled and experienced Global Category Manager - Plant Labor and Services to join our team at Primient. This is a key leadership role that will be responsible for developing and executing sourcing and procurement strategies for Labor and Services at all 5 facilities in North America.

• Develop Category Strategies: Develop category-specific strategies for Plant Labor and Services to deliver improved value for money, reduce risk, improve quality and service.
• Ensure Safety and Compliance: Ensure all contractors and suppliers processes, work methods are always safe and with adequate safety controls, meeting Primient's safety standards.
• Interface with Stakeholders: Interface with key plant operations, Plant managers, Maintenance and Engineering stakeholders and senior leadership to understand the strategic direction, labor requirements and business priorities.
• Manage Req Management: Manage the Req Management process ensuring plant labor requirements are made with cost-effective solutions.
• Analyze Category Trends: Analyze category trends, create multi-year strategic sourcing strategies, and develop programs that provide a competitive advantage to the business.
• Manage Procurement Process: Manage the procurement process - RFI/RFQ/RFPs, negotiations, etc. - for all Labor and Services projects.
• Develop Commercial Arrangements: Develop robust commercial arrangements that meet Primient's business, legal, sustainability and ethical requirements.
• Manage Contracts and Suppliers: Directly manage contracts and suppliers for Plant Labor & Services, including leased and rental equipment, category through supplier scorecards, quarterly business reviews.
• Ensure Compliance with Procedures: Ensure all purchasing activities are conducted in accordance with proper procedures and protocols.
• Act as Liaison: Act as a liaison between Primient stakeholders and suppliers/contractors/sub-contractors to implement contracts fulfillment.
• Provide Category Communications: Provide regular and appropriate Plant and Labor Services category communications to stakeholders.
• Monitor Market and Industry Data: Analyze and continuously monitor market and industry data and trends to ensure programs remain competitive throughout the agreement period.
• Seek Innovative Solutions: Seek alternate and innovative ideas to provide business solutions, challenge requirements and specifications to create competitive advantage.
• Model Company Values: Serve as a role model both within the organization and the wider market, creating a culture of honesty, integrity, and trust.

• Education: Bachelor's degree required with educational concentration in supply chain, engineering, business administration or a related field is preferred.
• Experience: 10+ years in strategic sourcing / Contractor Labor Procurement Experience. Knowledge of the strategic sourcing process and practical application to sourcing projects.
• Skills and Knowledge: Possess good interpersonal skills, the ability to foster/build relationships and influence internal and external stakeholders. Excellent presentation skills. Strong analytical and project management skills. Possess a sense of urgency and results-oriented. Strong negotiations skills. Ability to identify problems and root causes; suggest resolutions and drive execution. Time management, able to prioritize and manage multiple projects concurrently. Proficiency in SAP Procurement modules.

• Eligible for Health, Dental, and Vision Benefits: Eligible for Health, Dental, and Vision Benefits from Day 1.
• 401k Matching: 401k Matching.
• Bonus Program: Bonus Program.
• Dynamic and Substantive Change: A chance to make dynamic, substantive change in a growing company.