Sourcing Category Manager

Position Overview

The Sourcing Manager for Indirect Procurement is primarily responsible for strategically sourcing and negotiating multiple complex indirect spend categories to ensure cost-effectiveness and performance standards in direct alignment with our clients' Global Procurement strategy, category management structure, supplier management methodology, and performance objectives as defined by the Vice President of Global Procurement. The manager will collaborate effectively with regionally designated indirect category representatives (Global Indirect Team) to deliver the best value global products and solutions to the company and its clients. This position reports directly to the Senior Manager/Director of Indirect Procurement. This position also includes managing projects through the new product committee, MRB, PEM, Stagegate, etc. 

Specific Responsibilities

• Purchase Order Management- Pricing Expedite
• Invoice- Investigation, analysis and resolution
• Reporting – Spend analysis and Budgetary investigation
• Training
• Contract/Vendor Management, problem resolution, contract terms, resolve supplier shortages, monitor future implications, supplier escalation
• Customers Service Responsible for internal and external customers service levels and metrics
• Strategic Sourcing, New Vendor discovery, negotiation, contract creation and completion, Direct Sourcing responsibility
• Align and Drive IVC priorities and responsibilities across multiple departments

General Responsibilities

• Poses no direct threat to the health or safety of himself/herself, of others, or to property. Defined as a significant risk of substantial harm that cannot be eliminated or reduced to an acceptable level by reasonable accommodation.  
• Requires regular attendance to perform essential element as contained herein between the assigned start and end times for work. 
• Performs such individual assignments as management may direct.  
• Other duties as assigned. 

The Candidate

Education, Experience, and Licenses:

Required Education:

• Bachelor’s Degree in purchasing, supply Chain, operations or materials management preferred or related field
• Experience: 8 + years of purchasing experience
• Certifications/Licenses: CPM, APP or equivalent purchasing certification required

Preferred Education:

• Master’s Degree preferred

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

• Strong computer skills, ideally with experience using Windows- based PC programs and SAP
• Solid track record meeting substantial material cost reduction targets.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills
• Excellent organizational and problem-solving skills
• Knowledge of supply chain levers, Logistics, Industrial Engineering, and manufacturing
• Ability to coordinate multiple group efforts within the company to achieve objectives
• Ability to handle multiple tasks, with awareness of deadlines
• Ability to identify processes needing improvement, and to recommend improvements

International Vitamin Corporation (IVC) Is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Our organization remains steadfast in our commitment to fostering an inclusive and non-discriminatory work environment that welcomes individuals from all backgrounds. We firmly maintain the belief that every individual ought to be treated with respect and dignity, regardless of their race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, age, national origin, disability, veteran status, marital status, genetic information, or any other protected characteristic, as defined by the law. We pledge that all eligible job applicants shall receive an impartial and unbiased evaluation during the recruitment process, without any form of discrimination based on any of the protected class. Our dedication to promoting diversity and inclusivity remains unwavering, and we take immense pride in cultivating a workplace culture that values and celebrates differences. Our efforts towards creating an environment that is free from prejudice and discrimination are an integral part of our organizational philosophy, and we stand committed to upholding these principles.