Category Manager - Parts Procurment

Every day, ANDRITZ continues to deliver successful innovative solutions to our customers globally. Why are we so successful? Because we are passionate and love what we do! We are at the forefront of future engineering technologies, with solutions that ensure the success of our clients in key industries that are shaping the future of the world we live in.

<span 72="">Andritz is a decades old company with operations in over 100 countries, comprising over 25,000 employees.  Andritz offers exceptional growth opportunities for our employees while providing an excellent benefits program.

 

<span 72="">POSITION DESCRIPTION: Reporting to the Vice President of Supply Chain North America, the Category Manager – Parts Procurement will have direct responsibility for strategically sourcing and contracting approximately $100MM plus of various products within the MRO space,  including but not limited to, General Industrial and Safety Supplies. This position will closely collaborate with key business leaders, R&D and Quality to forecast and source these key materials, delivering year over year reductions in total cost of ownership.  This leader will lead the end-to-end sourcing process from strategy development, source to contract execution and supplier management, utilizing best in class procurement processes and tools. In this role, you will also:

• <span 72="">Execute all procurement functions in accordance with the Procurement and Compliance policies sent by the Global Head of Supply Chain
• <span 72="">Conduct extensive research and analysis of the global marketplace to ensure responsible sourcing and supplier partnerships are developed and maintained.
• <span 72="">Utilize eRFP and contracting tools throughout the sourcing process, from development to contracting
• <span 72="">Develop, negotiate, and manage supply contracts to meet the company’s objectives and standards
• <span 72="">In addition to owning global categories from development to implementation, this team member will maintain oversight of key categories while you continuously review and refresh strategies to achieve maximum cost savings.
• <span 72="">Manage and strengthen relationships with Andritz’ suppliers as well as interact with senior management and external suppliers to coordinate efforts and resolve supplier issues in a timely manner
• <span 72="">Take ownership of the budgeting and forecasting process for assigned categories, including cost drivers, trends and risk assessments
• <span 72="">Analytical thinking/problem solving – sorts through complex issues, identifies alternatives and makes recommendations.  Integrates information from multiple sources, assesses and communicates it accurately and timely
• <span 72="">Takes ownership – finds opportunities and drives to resolution.  Sets high standards of performance for self and others.  Self-starter who is eager to drive improvement and change
• <span 72="">Teamwork/Responsiveness – enjoys and thrives working with others.  Able to respond promptly to urgent matters.   Values diversity of thought.  Incorporates others’ ideas into decision making

 

<span 72="">If you have a proven track record in strategic sourcing, supplier management and leadership and are ready to take on a new challenge, we encourage you to apply for this role. 

<span 72="">POSITION REQUIREMENTS:  What we look for:

• <span 72="">7 plus years’ experience in successfully leading and executing strategic sourc