[Hiring] Indirect Procurement Category Manager @Brenntag

Role Description

The Indirect Procurement Category Manager ROAD TRANSPORTATION is responsible for the development and maintenance of strategic initiatives within the Indirect Procurement Category Road Transportation. Brenntag NA is currently utilizing some 3PL logistics providers and sub-contractors. It includes Inbound and Outbound deliveries for Bulk and Packed goods.

• Design sourcing strategies that improve cost, lead times, working capital, payment terms, and transparency of spend in alignment with the Brenntag Strategic Procurement Process.
• Research, identify, select, develop, and manage supplier relationships to provide world-class service and transportation in coordination across multiple businesses.
• Establish and maintain proactive communication with internal stakeholders to identify cost saving opportunities.
• Establish and maintain proactive communication with relevant category managers from other regions to align category strategies and ensure knowledge sharing.
• Research and identify capable vendors and initiate selection, qualification, and approval of new vendors in alignment with Brenntag Strategic Procurement Process.
• Evaluate vendor performance and resolve any supplier issues.
• Manage preparation and maintenance of paper and/or electronic Request for Information, Request for Quotes, and Request for Proposals through delivery and project completion.
• Assist cross-functional teams in defining project scope.
• Develop, manage, and monitor Master Service Agreements.
• Collect, analyze, and assure quality and accuracy of the spend analysis where applicable.
• Maintain files and communicate non-conformance issues internally and with vendors.
• Negotiate spot purchases and agreements.
• Educate others on procurement policies and procedures.
• Enter, monitor, maintain, and check compliance of purchase orders and contracts.
• Ensure compliance with all company policies and all regulatory agencies.
• Support the vision and mission of the company and its procurement department.
• Act as point of contact for North America for issues related to service, commercial terms, and contract disputes.
• Knowledge of Transportation principles and methods for moving goods by road.

Qualifications

• Extensive experience in negotiating road transportation services.
• Proven ability in utilizing and leveraging e-sourcing/procurement systems.
• Ability to develop best practice sourcing methodology and category strategies.
• Excellent teaming, communication, and organizational skills.
• Experience in spend analysis, contract development, and execution.
• Business English proficiency, ideally cross-cultural experience.
• Strong quantitative and data analysis skills.
• Strong understanding of the transportation industry in the United States and Canada.

Requirements

• Minimum of 5 years of experience in sourcing/buying of indirect categories or related.
• Bachelor’s degree with concentration in procurement, supply chain, engineering, business administration, information systems and/or related fields.
• MBA preferred.

Benefits

• We aim to create an environment where the best people want to work, where they can turn their passion into their job and realize their full potential.
• Individual development, on-the-job training, and development programs designed to help our employees grow in their careers.
• Paid parental leave.
• Education assistance program.
• Employee assistance program.
• Various healthcare plan options as well as 401(k).