Global Category Lead: Plastics & Tin

Mars, Incorporated and its Affiliates; Chicago (IL); On-site; USD 108,000 - 149,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Variable pay

Medical and dental benefits

Participation in 401k plan

Paid time off

Job summary

Mars, Incorporated is seeking a Manager, Category Lead for Plastics & Tin to own and execute the global category strategy for rigid plastics and tins. You will collaborate with Sourcing Managers and internal stakeholders to build a cost-reduction pipeline and drive supplier partnerships.

The role requires 5 years of procurement experience, a minimum bachelor’s degree, and a track record in developing cross-functional and supplier relationships.

Qualifications

• 5 years procurement experience.
• Ability to create and deliver global category strategies.
• Passion for developing cross-functional and supplier relationships.

Responsibilities

• Develop & Execute Category Strategy: Define and own the long-term global category strategy, translating it into an annual sourcing plan executed by regional sourcing teams to deliver on cost, cash, resilience, quality, innovation and sustainability goals.
• Manage Strategic Relationships: Serve as the primary business partner for internal stakeholders and lead strategic relationship management for key suppliers to drive innovation and development.
• Drive Category Transformation: Utilize market intelligence to identify and lead high-priority, transformational initiatives that shape the future direction and success of the category.

Skills

Procurement experience

Global category strategies

Cross-functional collaboration

Strategic supplier relationships

Education

Bachelor's degree

Job description

Mars, Incorporated is seeking a Manager, Category Lead for Plastics & Tin to own and execute the global category strategy for rigid plastics and tins. You will collaborate with Sourcing Managers and internal stakeholders to build a cost-reduction pipeline and drive supplier partnerships.

The role requires 5 years of procurement experience, a minimum bachelor’s degree, and a track record in developing cross-functional and supplier relationships.