Category Manager - Indirect

Who We Are:

Trivium Packaging is a global leader in metal packaging with 60 locations worldwide, nearly 8,000 employees, and an annual revenue of approximately $2.8 billion. Trivium serves a diverse range of customers in a variety of end markets such as food, seafood, pet food, nutrition, beauty, and personal care, household care, and premium beverages.

Trivium wants to shape the industry and has embarked on an ambitious transformation journey. In the near term, focus is on building & upskilling the team, deciding where to play & how to win, and increasing financial performance by executing the Trivium Business System (commercial, operational, and supply chain excellence). In addition, Trivium has ambitious sustainability targets and focuses exclusively on products that are infinitely recyclable.

We realize that there are no easy answers. Real sustainability is a complex challenge after all, but we know science-based innovation and circular-economy thinking will drive progress. We also know we are not alone in this. That's why we partner with our customers, scientists and sustainability thought leaders to innovate faster, better, and more holistically.#LI-AG1 #LI-Hybrid

Job Summary:

The Category Manager - Indirect is responsible for managing ~$50M annual spend in an assigned category which can include spare parts, equipment/facility maintenance, CAPEX, professional services, secondary packaging, and other related categories needs across the Americas aluminum aerosol and metal can businesses. This position will partner with P/L owners, functional leads, and cross-departmental teams to analyze spending, support business needs, and identify procurement-related value-creation opportunities. This position is expected to become an expert in the field, understanding the market dynamics, sources of supply, and negotiation leverage points. Additionally, this position will develop and execute sourcing strategies, conduct sourcing events, and manage the overall contracting process. Lastly, the position will manage supplier performance (including the development of KPIs), and overall relationships and facilitate issue/claim resolution.

Job Duties:

• Coordinate with procurement, finance, and other members to develop spending analytics
• Develop category profiles with spend analytics, market information, benchmarking intel, and supplier dynamics
• Work with business and functional stakeholders to understand business needs/constraints, develop specifications and identify procurement-related value-creation opportunities
• Use category profiles and leverage points to develop a sourcing strategy
• Conduct sourcing events including contract re-negotiations, RFPs, and reverse auctions to unlock value for the business
• Manage contracting process including negotiation of Master Agreements (MSA), Supplier Agreements, Scopes of Work (SOW), Change Orders (CO), Key Performance Indicators (KPI), and Service Level Agreements (SLA) that meet business needs
• Monitor overall supplier performance including quality, cost, contract terms, delivery, and technology to enhance the total value procured from the supply base and delivered to the business
• Build strong relationships with suppliers to implement improved operational and commercial supply outcomes for the business and customers.
• Facilitate resolution of service, quality, and other supplier-related issues/claims
• All other duties as assigned.

Qualifications and Experience Requirements:

• Bachelor's degree in related field, Master's degree preferred
• Minimum of 5 years of relevant work experience in procurement in a direct materials category leadership role
• Relevant experience in a company with a mature procurement function
• Expert knowledge in end-to-end Strategic sourcing and contract negotiations
• Experience in market and benchmark analysis at a broad level
• Experience in manufacturing or metal packaging preferred
• Familiar with primary/secondary aluminum and food & beverage related coatings, preferred
• Mastery in forecasting, benchmarking, developing & implementing sourcing strategies, performing RFx events, conducting negotiations, and contracting
• Proven record of achieving annual cost reduction savings and working productively in a fast-paced environment
• Ability to analyze facts in a well-structured analysis to make informed decisions to generate business value
• Owner mindset, self-starter with the ability to work independently and in a cross-functional team environment
• Excellent verbal & written communication skills with the ability to present with confidence to all audiences
• Ability to prioritize and manage multiple cross-departmental projects at the same time and understand key milestones to achieving project goals
• Understanding of data systems, policies, and procedures that impact procurement function
• Proficient in Microsoft Office, Outlook, PowerPoint, and Excel

Work Environment:

This position will primarily work in an office environment where sitting for prolonged periods of time and using a computer, telephone and other office electronics are critical. The position will also need to lift up to 15 pounds on occasion.

Trivium Packaging is an Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO)/Affirmative Action Employer and does not discriminate on the basis of age, race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, national origin, protected veteran status, disability or any other legally protected status.