Category Manager

Eppendorf Inc.
United States, Connecticut, Enfield
175 Freshwater Boulevard (Show on map)
Nov 13, 2024
Your Challenges Responsible for the regional category strategy to ensure the maximum contribution to Eppendorf's business objectives and aligning with Global Procurement Goals and Targets. Establishment, management and development of a high-performance supplier portfolio Control of the tendering and awarding process Standardize and update standard contracts to harmonize with Global Procurement Responsible for the commercial conditions of the assigned regional category Establish and define purchasing strategies for the assigned categories in alignment of the global strategy. Conducting market analyses, identifying market trends and price developments Independent management of negotiations up to the drafting of contracts Updating ERP system with negotiated pricing Carrying out tenders and awarding contracts in close coordination with the department Systematic research and identification of innovations and sustainability aspects in the corresponding category Supervision of supplier audits in close cooperation with Supplier Quality Team Strategic alignment and continuous optimization and maintenance of the supplier portfolio Implementation of business reviews incl. initiation of measures Coordination and processing of the annual supplier evaluation in interface function Ensuring and improving all relevant purchasing-related qualitative parameters (KPI) Advising the departments on all procurement-related questions and processes Monitoring of compliance with regulatory requirements as an interface between supplier and quality management Support Global initiatives when requested Your Expertise Completed studies in the field of economics or engineering. Comparable business education and training with other degrees, ideally with a focus on purchasing Several years of professional experience in a comparable position, ideally in an international company/matrix organization In-depth experience in category management in a company with a regulated environment High level of technical understanding Your benefits at Eppendorf Compensation: $93 - $105k base salary Competitive total rewards package including health, financial, and education benefits Innovative and Collaborative corporate culture Contribute to improving the human living condition