Global Purchasing Category Manager - Components; Manufacturing, Life Sciences - Remote, USA - Saint-Gobain : Job Details

Global Purchasing Category Manager - Components; Manufacturing, Life Sciences - Remote, USAIf you want to discover your greatest potential, Saint-Gobain provides one-of-a-kind opportunities for innovative problem solvers.We're one of only two companies in the world that is consistently recognized asboth a top Global Employer and a Top 100 Global Innovator, but Saint-Gobain's remarkable story and culture of innovation begins with a team of nearly 200,000 creative, diverse and passionate team members collaborating across the globe. We are committed to our mission to improve lives because, every day, we witness the enormous impact of our efforts on the world around us.The Global Purchasing Category Manager - Components will collaborate with internal stakeholders to create and sustain a purchasing strategy for components. Developing a key supply base, identifying key suppliers and providing insight to the business on supply risk.Will leverage existing framework agreements and programs negotiated by other central purchasing Teams (various local Regional Support + Corporate purchasing department in Paris) and drive Life Sciences compliance to the company programs.The Component Purchasing Category Manager will then develop a category management approach for major expenses in the scope and carry out RFP and negotiations according to the purchasing process when appropriate.Key Functions:Purchasing category managementDevelop a category strategy for Components:Filters, connectorsAll other componentsIdentify gaps between BU needs and spend covered by supply agreementsIdentify cost mitigation opportunities and report savings/avoidance achievedLaunch bids to obtain competitive quotes to secure best cost, quality and lead-timeNegotiate supply agreements, price and termsDevelop supply risk mitigation strategies, such as identify and qualify alternative raw materialsBusiness Management SupportProvide inputs to budget and forecasting process related to componentsProvide market updates to sales and marketing related to componentsProvide support to management of change process, to include change in component specification or regulatory compliance.Regional Support coordinationDevelop internal network to communicate and leverage purchasing support within Saint-Gobain organization (negotiated by Regional Support in Malvern) and improve BU compliance and or development purchasing benchmarksMinimum Requirements:Bachelor's Degree within Business, Supply Chain or Operations Management; Required.Master's Degree within Business, Supply Chain or Operations; Preferred.5+ years of experience - with Purchasing Management Experience; Required; within Manufacturing, Strongly Preferred.5+ years of experience - with Supply Agreement/Contract Negotiations; Required; within Manufacturing, Strongly Preferred.Travel upwards of 15%, Required.Key Skills:Negotiation & project management.Communication.Network Management.Motivated, Self-Starter.Saint-Gobain's innovations touch almost every major industry around the world. Within its Life Sciences division, teams are solving critical problems for customers who are getting life-saving medical devices to the frontlines of healthcare, discovering essential medications, and nourishing and connecting the world through consumer, industrial and electronics applications.Our team members recognize that we all create the environment for people to succeed, with a culture built on respect, open and honest communication, and honoring our commitments to our customers and each other. And at the heart of our culture, we've learned working together makes good ideas, great ones.With a legacy dating back more than 350 years, Saint-Gobain offers employees the stability and security of a leading Global 500 corporation while operating like multiple small and agile start-ups, where entrepreneurial spirit, pioneering teamwork, and bold, forward-thinking ideas pave new paths.Every team member is encouraged to develop and leverage their unique expertise and strengths to make the greatest impact on the company and our end users. At Saint-Gobain, you're empowered and equipped with countless opportunities and resources for professional development. You will find the support you need to create a vision and roadmap for your career, and make that vision a reality.Join Us at Saint-Gobain Life Sciences. Together, we'll create a better life.Certain states require pay information be provided in job postings. Saint-Gobain aims to deliver a comprehensive Total Rewards package to support our employees' wellbeing and help improve daily life for themselves and their families. We believe in the importance of pay transparency in what we offer prospective candidates and provide the national pay range for this position which is $99,900 to $154,800 per year, however, the base pay offered may vary depending on geographic region, internal equity, job-related knowledge, skills, and experience among other factors.In addition to base salary, this position is eligible for an annual bonus. The targeted bonus amount is 13% of base salary based on company and individual performance measures. The Total Target Cash range (base pay and annual bonus) for this position, is $112,887 to $174,924. Bonus payments are part of variable compensation and by nature can vary based on company and individual performance and is not a guarantee.Employees have the flexibility to choose the benefits that best fit their individual needs.Health and Wellbeing - Supporting your wellbeing, to thrive in life and work.Medical, Prescription Drug, Vision, and Dental InsuranceHealthcare Saving Account and Flexible Spending Account optionsLiveWell Wellness ProgramEmployee Assistance Program (EAP)Paid Time Off and Paid Parental LeaveRetirement and Protection - Helping to make the future life you want a reality.401(k) with Company Match, Retirement Accumulation Plan (RAP), Cash Balance Pension PlanCompany-provided Life Insurance, AD&D, Short-Term DisabilityVoluntary employee and dependent life insurance, Long-Term Disability, Critical Illness and Accident InsuranceAdditional Benefits - Helping shape the experience and impact you wantIdentity Theft ProtectionAuto and Home InsurancePet Insurance and DiscountsBack-up Child & Elder CareSaint-Gobain provides equal employment opportunities (EEO) to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, age, disability, genetic information, marital status, amnesty, or status as a covered veteran in accordance with applicable federal, state and local laws. Saint-Gobain is an equal opportunity employer of individuals with disabilities and supports the hiring of veterans.#J-18808-Ljbffr