Category Manager

The Category Manager will define, lead, and implement procurement strategies for assigned packaging categories, including but not limited to cartons, labels, desiccants, tubing, glass, and bags. The role will manage the assigned packaging portfolio, ensuring all local activities are conducted in alignment with the Category Strategy and Global Procurement Roadmap. In addition, the Category Manager will provide procurement support and added value to operations at the site and regional levels and facilitate local packaging procurement activities.

Position Responsibilities:

• Define and communicate procurement strategies in accordance with the Companies priorities on the following categories (but not limited to) : card boxes, labels, desiccants, tubing, glass, bags...

• Drive the implementation across the Company, worldwide.

• Lead major negotiations : pricing & contracts with suppliers to secure the business

• Monitor and manage suppliers performance through regular reviews to ensure compliance with contractual obligations and sites needs

• Build supplier relationships through frequent and impactful communication

• Support the execution of cost saving initiatives by identifying and promoting opportunities.

• Master Categories in terms of cost modeling, benchmarks, market trends for the Products offering.

• Launch Sourcing and Request For Quotation (RFQ) for new business and/or to challenge the existing business.

• Secure the business by launching suppliers & products securization projects.

• Manage quality compliance for procurement (suppliers qualification, Suppliers Steering Committee, Audits, ...)

• Support Procurement Roadmap deployment: CSR, digitalization, Continuous Improvement, Innovation,...

• Perform all work in compliance with company quality procedures and standards.

• Perform other duties as assigned.

Minimum Qualifications:

• Bachelor degree, Procurement or Purchasing preferred
• 5+ years of procurement, category manager, buyer, or purchasing experience
• Experience in Purchasing/Procurement, preferably in an industrial environment and/or on the Health/Biotech sector preferred
• Experience in packaging or technical purchasing preferred

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

• Consistently upholds and reflects the core ethical principles and values that bioMerieux promotes.
• Effective Presentation Skills - including the ability to present technical data
• Demonstrates assertiveness and confidence in the face of a challenge
• Flexibility, being highly adaptable and resilient to thrive in a dynamic work environment.
• Easily accessible and open to communication
• Ability to work cross-functionally allowing for better collaboration and communication when working across teams to achieve shared objectives
• Advanced: demonstrates deep knowledge; manages complex tasks and integrates multiple tools independently
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills (active listening, collaboration, ability to influence, etc.)
• Ability to work collaboratively with cross-functional teams.

Travel: Domestic: 30%, International: 5%

• A choice of medical (including prescription), dental, and vision plans providing nationwide coverage and telemedicine options
• Company-Provided Life and Accidental Death Insurance
• Short and Long-Term Disability Insurance
• Retirement Plan including a generous non-discretionary employer contribution and employer match.
• Adoption Assistance
• Wellness Programs
• Employee Assistance Program
• Commuter Benefits
• Various voluntary benefit offerings
• Discount programs
• Parental leaves

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