*job description summary*: own and manage a set of categories covering a complex supply base to achieve cost, quality and delivery targets for a highly technical product line.
develop an in-depth understanding of key business needs and category drivers, and use this expertise to add value to the mri business through deploying category strategies supporting our needs.
*roles and responsibilities*- responsible for developing detailed global category strategies.
categories will typically be high spend and will impact multiple production facilities and may also be highly technical in nature.- ensure alignment of category strategies to business requirements and objectives- conduct supplier contract negotiation, supplier selection and contract lifecycle management- act as a center of excellence for the respective categories through complete understanding of industry, competition, future technologies and innovations etc.- responsible for overall continuity of supply and active risk mitigation.
work with plants to resolve quality, delivery, capacity and other issues as required*required qualifications*- bachelor's degree from an accredited university or college and at least 4 years of sourcing experience.
*desired characteristics*- strong communication and people skills.
ability to lead executive level discussions.- wide category management experience.- detailed oriented, with previous cost analysis experience- fast learner with a good sense of urgency.
*additional information*:*relocation assistance provided*:no