Regional Category Buyer

ABOUT FUCHS:

Fuchs Lubricants Co. is the United States operating unit of Fuchs Petrolub S.E., the world's largest independent specialty lubricant manufacturer with annual global sales of over $2.4 billion. We provide high quality lubricants and services to a wide range of industries such as automotive, appliance, aerospace manufacturers, pharmaceuticals, transportation, mining, and energy. We are constantly developing new technologies to meet the ever-changing demands of modern industry, and we are recognized for providing world-class technical support to our strong customer base.

 

Your areas of responsibility: 

The Regional Category Buyer plays an integral role in expanding scope of the Procurement organization to manage and optimize the spend category of Indirect Spend by collaborating closely with cross-functional teams, stakeholders, and vendors to drive efficiency and value across the organization.  As a member of our purchasing team, the Regional Category Buyer will be empowered to lead the Company's sourcing activities in a significant portion of our ~$60M indirect material spend. 

 

The Regional Category Buyer's key responsibilities include:

 

• • Cost Optimization:
    • Gather and analyze spend data to identify cost-saving opportunities.
    • Implement cost reduction initiatives while maintaining quality and service levels.
    • Drive compliance with procurement policies and guidelines.
  • Supplier Management:
    • Identify, evaluate, and onboard suppliers for indirect goods and services.
    • Negotiate contracts, pricing, and terms with suppliers.
    • Monitor supplier performance, address issues, and foster long-term relationships.
  • Category Management:
    • Develop, implement and manage category strategies for Indirect Spend, including but not limited to facilities management, utilities, MRO, Capital Expenditures, IT, travel, and professional services.
    • Conduct regular market research and stay abreast of industry trends to inform decision-making.
    • Collaborate with stakeholders to understand business needs and align procurement strategies accordingly.

 

Travel is expected to be less than 10%.

 

Qualifications we are looking for: 

• The position requires a bachelor’s degree, preferably in Supply Chain Management or a related field of study.
• 5+ years experience in procurement with supplier development and management
• 3+ years’ experience in a strategic sourcing role with a focus on indirect procurement.
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