Category Manager - Raw Materials

MAPEI USA; Deerfield Beach (FL); On-site; USD 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive base salary

Medical insurance options

401K retirement with matching

Paid sick and vacation time

Tuition reimbursement

Job summary

A leading construction materials company in Florida is seeking a Category Manager - Raw Materials to lead procurement strategies. The ideal candidate will have a relevant degree and experience in supplier management, negotiation, and strategic sourcing. This role offers competitive compensation, medical benefits, and paid time off, among other employee-centric perks.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree with two years experience, or ten years related experience.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Word, Excel, Outlook, PowerPoint.
• Valid U.S. driver's license.

Responsibilities

• Negotiate contracts with vendors.
• Develop and implement purchasing strategies.
• Monitor supplier performance and conduct audits.

Skills

Negotiation skills

Sourcing expertise

Analytical skills

Communication skills

Education

Bachelor’s degree or equivalent experience

Tools

Microsoft Office Suite

Dynamics AX

Job description

Overview

Join to apply for the Category Manager - Raw Materials role at MAPEI USA. MAPEI is seeking a Category Manager, Raw Materials to lead strategic sourcing and supplier management across a defined portfolio of raw materials.

Responsibilities

• Negotiate contracts with vendors on price, schedule, quality, and terms to support cost-effective procurement.
• Develop and implement purchasing strategies in coordination with Central Purchasing, Operations, Logistics, and R&D.
• Reduce reliance on sole-source suppliers and ensure continuous material availability for production.
• Collaborate with R&D to identify and qualify alternative raw materials and packaging solutions.
• Monitor supplier performance, conduct audits, and drive corrective actions as needed.
• Support budgeting, reporting, and KPI tracking using MAPEI systems and tools.
• Assist with vendor setup, specification management, and resolution of payment or quality issues.
• Conform with and abide by all regulations, policies, work procedures, safety rules and instructions.
• Other duties as assigned.

What’s in it for you

• Competitive base salary based on experience and qualifications.
• Medical insurance options, including free coverage for employees or a cost-effective plan with minimal contributions and no deductibles.
• 17 days of paid sick and vacation time annually (prorated in year one).
• 401K retirement with up to 6% matching.
• Dental and vision coverage, flexible spending accounts, employer-paid life insurance, and access to telemedicine.
• Additional employee-centric perks; tuition reimbursement, discounted home/auto insurance, and more.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree from a four-year college or university with two years relevant industry experience, or minimum of ten years related experience and/or training.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Word, Excel, Outlook, and PowerPoint within a Windows environment; Knowledge of 365 or Dynamics AX is a plus.
• Valid U.S. driver’s license
• Ability to travel 10-15%

Equal Opportunity Employer – Minority/Female/Disability/Veteran (M/F/D/V)