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Job Summary
We are seeking a procurement professional experienced in developing and executing global category strategies and preparing, negotiating, managing and coordinating agreements for $101MM/year MRO parts: Pipe, Valves, Fittings, PPE, Industrial Supplies, Power Transmission and Bearings, Gaskets, Pressure Relief Devices, etc.
Mentors and leads team of regional Subcategory Managers, and/or Category Buyers, and/or Efficiency Buyers in the MRO Category Tower. Leads the collaboration with business and functional leadership (ie. sustainability) in the establishment and execution of sourcing & value creation strategies for the corporation.
Leads supplier relationship management initiatives for key MRO suppliers. Identifies and drives continuous improvement & TCO opportunities. Oversees contract implementation and supplier performance/interaction; leads resolution of operational issues
Please note team members work onsite 3 days a week and 2 days remote. Candidates must live within a commutable distance as there is no relocation for this role.
Primary Duties & Responsibilities
Education & Experience
On May 22, 2024, we announced a plan to separate our Electronics and Water businesses in a tax-free manner to its shareholders. On January 15, 2025, we announced that we are targeting November 1, 2025, for the completion of the intended separation of the Electronics business (the “Intended Electronics Separation”)*. We also announced that we would retain the Water business. We are committed to ensuring a smooth and successful separation process for the Future Electronics business. We look forward to welcoming new talent interested in contributing to the continued success and growth of our evolving organization.
_(1)The separation transactions are subject to satisfaction of customary conditions, including final approval by DuPont's Board of Directors, receipt of tax opinion from counsel, the filing and effectiveness of Form 10 registration statements with the U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission, applicable regulatory approvals, and satisfactory completion of financing. _ For further discussion of risks, uncertainties and assumptions that could impact the achievement, expected timing and intended benefits of the separation transactions, see DuPont’s announcement (http://www.dupont.com/news/dupont-announces-plan-to-separate-into-three-independent-publicly-traded-companies.html) .
DuPont is an equal opportunity employer. Qualified applicants will be considered without regard to race, color, religion, creed, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, marital status, national origin, age, veteran status, disability or any other protected class. If you need a reasonable accommodation to search or apply for a position, please visit our Accessibility Page for Contact Information (http://www.dupont.com/global-links/accessibility.html) .
At DuPont, our purpose is to empower the world with essential innovations to thrive. We work on things that matter. Whether it’s providing clean water to more than a billion people on the planet, producing materials that are essential in everyday technology devices from smartphones to electric vehicles, or protecting workers around the world. Discover the many reasons the world’s most talented people are choosing to work at DuPont. Why Join Us | DuPont Careers (https://careers.dupont.com/us/en/whyjoinus)
Job Summary
We are seeking a procurement professional experienced in developing and executing global category strategies and preparing, negotiating, managing and coordinating agreements for $101MM/year MRO parts: Pipe, Valves, Fittings, PPE, Industrial Supplies, Power Transmission and Bearings, Gaskets, Pressure Relief Devices, etc.
Mentors and leads team of regional Subcategory Managers, and/or Category Buyers, and/or Efficiency Buyers in the MRO Category Tower. Leads the collaboration with business and functional leadership (ie. sustainability) in the establishment and execution of sourcing & value creation strategies for the corporation.
Leads supplier relationship management initiatives for key MRO suppliers. Identifies and drives continuous improvement & TCO opportunities. Oversees contract implementation and supplier performance/interaction; leads resolution of operational issues
Please note team members work onsite 3 days a week and 2 days remote. Candidates must live within a commutable distance as there is no relocation for this role.
Primary Duties & Responsibilities
- Utilize category management levers and practices to develop and implement global category strategies
- Drive the use of traditional and advanced category strategies and sourcing tools to optimize the procurement process and add value
- Negotiate and deliver cost savings to meet business requirements and procurement organization objectives
- Leads the collaboration with business and functional leadership in the establishment and execution of value creation strategies
- Establishes key performance indications and implement with strategic suppliers to drive improvements
- Gathers voice of the customer data periodically in incorporates into category strategy and contact negotiations
- Ensures timely resolution of issues related to MRO supply issues and implements root cause analysis and corrections to avoid future incidence
Education & Experience
- Bachelor’s Degree in Engineering, Sciences, Supply Chain, Business or a related field
- 5 years demonstrated procurement experience required
- Knowledge of relevant MRO categories is required – ( Pipe, Valves, Fittings, PPE, Industrial Supplies, Power Transmission and Bearings, Gaskets, Pressure Relief Devices, etc)
- Experience in negotiating agreements/contracts with strong comprehension of legal and commercial terms
- Advanced Excel Skills and moderate experience in Microsoft Office products and SharePoint
- Strong bias for decision-making rooted in data and analytics
- Understands market dynamics, utility rates, regulation/deregulation, etc. that impact category
- Strong problem solving and strategic analysis skills. Able to conduct complex analysis such us TCO, EVC, NPV
- Ability to manage multiple project tasks and quickly initiate changes in plan when appropriate
- Ability to translate implications from analysis into preliminary recommendations
- Strong influence & communication skills
- Demonstrated ability to drive/deliver results
- Strong sourcing expertise and experienced in buy category
- High ethical standards
- Knowledge of project management and Six Sigma methodologies
- CPSM certification
On May 22, 2024, we announced a plan to separate our Electronics and Water businesses in a tax-free manner to its shareholders. On January 15, 2025, we announced that we are targeting November 1, 2025, for the completion of the intended separation of the Electronics business (the “Intended Electronics Separation”)*. We also announced that we would retain the Water business. We are committed to ensuring a smooth and successful separation process for the Future Electronics business. We look forward to welcoming new talent interested in contributing to the continued success and growth of our evolving organization.
_(1)The separation transactions are subject to satisfaction of customary conditions, including final approval by DuPont's Board of Directors, receipt of tax opinion from counsel, the filing and effectiveness of Form 10 registration statements with the U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission, applicable regulatory approvals, and satisfactory completion of financing. _ For further discussion of risks, uncertainties and assumptions that could impact the achievement, expected timing and intended benefits of the separation transactions, see DuPont’s announcement (http://www.dupont.com/news/dupont-announces-plan-to-separate-into-three-independent-publicly-traded-companies.html) .
DuPont is an equal opportunity employer. Qualified applicants will be considered without regard to race, color, religion, creed, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, marital status, national origin, age, veteran status, disability or any other protected class. If you need a reasonable accommodation to search or apply for a position, please visit our Accessibility Page for Contact Information (http://www.dupont.com/global-links/accessibility.html) .
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