Category Manager responsible for strategic procurement in Site Services & Utilities at multiple locations of Westlake in Germany. Leading complex projects and negotiations for a significant budget.
Responsibilities
Strategic responsibility for the Site Services & Utilities categories across multiple Vinnolit sites in Germany, with an annual purchasing volume of approximately EUR 140 million
Development and implementation of category strategies and management of a multi-year project and savings portfolio
Subject-matter expertise and advisory support for internal stakeholders (including R&D, SCM, Engineering, Projects, Maintenance, Site Management, EHS, Operations, Legal, Finance)
Leading complex contract and price negotiations and building long-term supplier partnerships
Market and supply-chain monitoring to identify risks and opportunities at an early stage
Requirements
Minimum 7 years of experience in procurement, with a focus on category management and strategic sourcing
Proven experience in site services and utilities
Successfully managed complex, multi-site projects
Strong skills in negotiation, supplier management and contract drafting/management
Proficient in SAP and MS Office (Word, Excel)
Strategic thinker, able to work independently and make decisions in complex environments
Excellent German and English skills; Dutch is a plus
Willingness to travel within Germany for approximately 15% of your working time
Benefits
Working time model: Flexible mobile work and working-time arrangements for our employees
Attractive salary including social benefits and bonus programs
Vacation: Your vacation days are determined according to the attractive provisions of the collective bargaining agreement for the chemical industry – for maximum planning security and fairness!
Professional development: Individual coaching, seminars and training
Retirement provision: We top up your pension with a company pension scheme (bAV)
Attractive employee discounts, fitness offers and much more await you
Job title
Category Manager – Principal Site Services, Utilities
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