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Procurement Category Manager, Marketing

Job Details

Contract Type:: Unlimited / Full-Time
Country / City:: United States / Stamford, CT
Company:: Beiersdorf Inc.
Job Function:: Supply Chain Management

Your Tasks

The Procurement Category Manager- North America Marketing is responsible for the definition & deployment of category strategies for North America spend in synchronization with global & regional category strategies based on related priorities, strategic SC and procurement frameworks (e.g. ways of working in matrix) and continuous alignment with relevant business stakeholders within the organization to maximize effective Business Partnering.

Responsible for contract handling, negotiation and all procurement activities for assigned North America spend and suppliers within the attended Marketing categories, against the overall target to maximize the procurement value contribution (e.g. cost development, supply security, improved services, agility, innovation etc.) leveraging 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 hit the ground running (‘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:

Strategy & Governance:

Conducting regular market research & analysis for own categories
Leading the definition of global/regional/local strategy for own categories based on relevant market research and analysis
Responsible for strategy implementation in all Procurement activities
Consulting global/regional/local strategy development in similar categories within area

Procurement & Business Partnering

Negotiating and contracting frame conditions with suppliers (prices, TCO, payment terms, quality levels, etc.) for own categories towards objectives agreed with the demand owner or set by global/regional/local initiatives along a defined global/regional/local category roadmap
Continuously monitoring the related activities for opportunities to maximize Procurement value contribution
Guiding business partners on Procurement practices and processes

Your Profile

Qualifications:

Bachelor’s Degree in business / marketing or equivalent
5 plus years strategic procurement experience, preferred category experience in “Marketing” goods and services, co- packing experience is a plus.
Demonstrable use of best in class sourcing tools and techniques (RFI, RFQ, category analysis and market research)
Knowledge of SRM/SAP/ERP/ E-Sourcing (Ariba)/Power BI systems desirable
Microsoft suite of tools (Excel, Word, PowerPoint)
Ability to travel up to 20%
Demonstrates accountability for actions, learns from mistakes and applies learnings
Demonstrated passion for procurement and driving of continuous improvement initiatives
Proven strong stakeholder management skills
Proven experience in negotiating, contract review, supplier management principles and project management

Additional information

At Beiersdorf, we value diversity and aim to provide equal opportunities to all of our applicants – regardless of e.g. gender, sexual identity, nationality, ethnicity, religion or ideology, disability or age. We would therefore ask you to include only information and data in your documents which are relevant for the assessment of your application (e.g. curriculum vitae with relevant references and certificates). For instance, please feel free to upload your CV without a picture.

Beiersdorf North America - Recent Awards

Winner of Comparably's Award for Best Company Outlook (2021, 2024, 2025)
Winner of Comparably's Award for Best Company Work Life Balance (2025)
Winner of Comparably's Award for Best Company Culture (2023, 2024)
Winner of Comparably's Award for Best Company Compensation (2020, 2022-2024)
Winner of Comparably's Award for Best Company Perks and Benefits (2024, 2025)
Winner of Comparably's Award for Best Company for Happiness (2022,2023, 2024, 2025)
Winner of Comparably's Award for Best CEO / General Manager (2020, 2024)
Winner of Comparably's Award for Best Sales Team (2023, 2024, 2025)
Winner of Comparably's Award for Best Leadership Teams (2020, 2021, 2023, 2025)
Winner of Comparably's Award for Best Company for Diversity (2022)

Check us out on Comparably:https://www.comparably.com/companies/beiersdorf

Having trouble applying? Go to www.BeiersdorfUSA.com to search our careers page. Beiersdorf is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

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About Beiersdorf

We care for skin. We care for our people.

It all started with a pharmacist and a dream almost 140 years ago. Today, Beiersdorf is a global company with iconic brands — Coppertone, Aquaphor, Eucerin and NIVEA — focused on providing innovative, clinically-proven and safe skin and sun care solutions to more than 500 million consumers in over 200 countries — making people feel comfortable in their own skin.

At Beiersdorf, we care beyond skin. We care for people — our employees, our customers, our consumers and our communities — and our planet. We know that diversity of thought, backgrounds, experience and perspective enriches our culture and supports innovation and ingenuity. We know that responsibly-sourced, sustainable products and packaging make for a more sustainable future. And we know that when your skin feels better, you feel better.

A welcoming workplace that offers personal and professional growth for all individuals.

At Beiersdorf, you’ll find:

A welcoming workplace that values diversity, inclusion and belonging where every team member feels valued, respected, and supported
Flexible teams that enjoy a challenge and the ability to make an impact
A dynamic community of life-long learners that values individual skills, and a growth mindset as well as hard skills and established expertise
A purpose-led company that prioritizes your personal and professional development with the right balance of structure and flexibility to grow
A culture that lives by its core values of care, trust, simplicity, and courage

Unique benefits that consider the whole person.

We understand that you have a life outside of work, and we support you with unique benefits including:

Generous and flexible PTO policy
Paid Parental Leave
Comprehensive Wellness and Benefits program
Cash Balance Plan (similar to a pension)
401k match
Established Employee Resource Groups/affinity groups help to grow important connections and belonging with other colleagues
Dynamic work model – hybrid (at least 3 days on-site)

Experience, skills and competencies that lend themselves to this role:

We know that experience comes in all forms. We are looking for individuals who bring new and diverse skills to the team

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Get to know: Ceren

Working at Beiersdorf has been an amazing experience. I get to collaborate with talented colleagues from around the world in a vibrant and supportive environment, shaping exciting projects and fostering strong partnerships. The company’s focus on teamwork and care makes the job rewarding, and Beiersdorf truly lives by its motto, '’Care Beyond Skin.’' If you're looking for a place where you can grow personally and professionally, this is it.

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Good at finding flexible solutions and thinking sustainably without losing sight of the overall strategic vision? Then a role in our Supply Chain Management team may be for you! From procurement of raw materials and demand planning to transportation of our finished products to the customer, our supply chain teams do it all! This means your prospects on this team are as unique as you are!

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About our employees, about society, about creating and improving iconic and global brands that care for their consumers. This unique core belief is what drives Beiersdorf in everything we do – and it’s what differentiates our company from our competitors.

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At Beiersdorf we embrace Diversity and Inclusion and are committed to providing equal opportunities to all of our applicants – regardless of race, gender, age, religion and beliefs, sexual orientation and gender identity, disability, cultural, ethnic or national origins. We encourage candidates of all abilities to apply and are ready to provide reasonable accommodations to ensure a fair and equitable recruitment process. In order to avoid bias in the selection process, we encourage you to upload your CV without a picture.

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