Indirect Category Manager Functions

Clean Earth; King of Prussia (Montgomery County); On-site; USD 80,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking an Indirect Category Manager to lead sourcing strategies and vendor relationships. This role involves developing procurement plans, optimizing vendor performance, and ensuring alignment with financial objectives. The ideal candidate will drive cost savings initiatives and collaborate with cross-functional teams to enhance operational efficiency. With a focus on mentorship and professional growth, this position offers a dynamic environment where your contributions will significantly impact the company's success. Join a forward-thinking organization that values collaboration and innovation in procurement.

Benefits

Health Insurance

Dental Insurance

Vision Insurance

Life Insurance

Disability Insurance

Paid Time Off

Wellness Benefits

Employee Discount Program

Tuition Assistance

401k with Company Matching

Qualifications

• Experience in developing category strategies and managing vendor relationships.
• Strong skills in leading negotiations and optimizing supplier performance.

Responsibilities

• Lead category and vendor sourcing strategies to meet financial targets.
• Collaborate with teams to ensure compliance and mitigate risks in contracts.

Skills

Vendor Management

Negotiation Skills

Procurement Strategy

Cost Optimization

Cross-functional Collaboration

Education

MBA or equivalent

Tools

Oracle Procurement

Job description

The Indirect Category Manager is responsible for leading assigned categories and vendors in an efficient, effective, and reliable manner. Responsible for developing category and vendor sourcing strategies, drafting solicitations, leading negotiations, monitoring vendor performance and optimizing company supplier spending. The category manager is also responsible for helping Clean Earth and Procurement achieve its financial and operational targets.

Qualifications

• Develop and execute category strategies for assigned indirect categories, ensuring alignment with the company’s procurement and business goals.
• Assist in procurement planning to ensure alignment with financial objectives and project timelines.
• Manage portfolio of commercial contracts and strategic vendor relationships with key vendors in the category.
• Lead RFPs, RFQs, and negotiation processes for contracts in HR, IT, EHS, CAPEX, Engineering and other support functions and demonstrate year on year cost savings and avoidance.
• Collaborate with the legal and insurance and other critical teams to finalize contract terms, ensure risk mitigation, and maintain compliance with regulatory and organizational standards.
• Ensure contract terms align with insurance requirements, mitigating liabilities and supporting organizational risk management policies.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to understand business needs and identify opportunities for value creation.
• Optimize vendor performance by establishing and monitoring KPIs, conducting QBRs and ensuring compliance with SLAs and contract terms.
• Drive cost optimization initiatives through TCO analysis and joint process improvement opportunities with suppliers.
• Partner closely with key stakeholders in HR, IT, EHS, and Engineering and other assigned functional teams to support strategic initiatives and operational needs.
• Maintain and enhance positive vendor relationships to foster collaboration and efficiency.
• Provide mentorship and guidance to junior Procurement team members fostering professional growth and development.
• Perform other duties as assigned to support the procurement team.

Preferred Qualifications:

• MBA or equivalent
• Procurement experience working within a large, multi-site organization
• Hazardous waste industry experience
• Oracle procurement experience

Additional Information

Clean Earth offers competitive benefits including health, dental, vision, life, and disability insurance plans starting on the first day of employment; paid time off, wellness benefits, employee discount program, tuition assistance, and a 401k with company matching.

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