The Procurement Category Manager- North America Indirect is responsible for the definition & deployment of category strategies for North America spend in synchronization with global & regional category strategies based on related business priorities, strategic SC and procurement frameworks (e.g. ways of working in matrix) and continuous alignment with relevant business stakeholders within the organization to improve effective Business Partnering. Responsible for contract handling, negotiation and all procurement activities for assigned North America spend and suppliers within the attended Indirect categories, against the overall target to improve the procurement value contribution (e.g. cost development, supply security, improved services, agility, innovation etc.) using the full range of options available in the market. Responsible for compliance with procurement standards and processes as well as driving supplier relationship management. This role will be based out of the US headquarters in Stamford, CT. and subject to the Hybrid working policy which does require three days in the office.

We are looking for an individual who can start fast (‘check all the boxes’) and may also bring a unique blend of competence and capabilities that can grow into a role and/or bring new skills to the team. Key deliverables of the role will include but are not limited to the following:

• Develop, implement and supervise local procurement category strategies for various Indirect spend defined as locally or regionally sourced by procurement. The spend budget for these categories will range from $25MM to $45MM USD.
• Support the implementation of the Beiersdorf Supply Chain strategy from both a global and regional perspective.
• Market Analysis/ Market Research, identify, document and maintain supplier pools for Indirect spend categories. Lead, analyze and present results of market tenders.
• Negotiate, review and maintain all Master Service Agreements (MSA) & Supply Agreements (SA) within areas of defined spend responsibility.
• Identify and implement cost savings and continuous improvement initiatives.
• Collaborate with demand owners on business strategies and or project objectives to select the best suppliers with the most cost effective and or valuable solution.
• Lead multiple projects simultaneously with very short deadlines.
• Provide operational support as needed for the systematic ordering of materials and services thru the defined “Purchase to Pay” process.
• Responsible to ensure all Procurement Compliance requirements are adhered too.
• Responsible to achieve all required procurement KPIs in the defined areas of responsibility
• Actively leading Supplier Relationships and necessary issues as needed.
• Work closely & collaboratively with team members on various strategic & operational topics as needed.
• Support various administrative procurement tasks as required (i.e. organizational training, process documentation, reporting, etc.)