Manager Category Management

Freeport-McMoran, Inc.$112K — $160K *
Retail & Consumer Goods
Less than 5 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • Master's degree and three years of experience in supply chain or contract negotiation OR Bachelor’s degree and five years of experience OR High School Diploma/GED and nine years of experience in relevant fields.
  • Experience with large corporations in negotiations preferred.
  • Management experience with multiple $5M+ categories in Mining, Industrial, or Heavy Manufacturing industries.
  • Familiarity with Supply Chain Modules in SAP and Contract Management Systems.
  • Experience in presenting to leadership about category responsibilities.

Responsibilities

  • Manage regional category portfolio using supply chain tools and market insights.
  • Lead commercial negotiations and contract development to minimize company risk.
  • Serve as primary contact for suppliers and internal customers to enhance value creation.
  • Conduct market research and economic analysis for purchasing trends and pricing models.
  • Facilitate collaboration among teams to identify key suppliers and form strategic alliances.
  • Prepare and present market and contract analysis to senior leadership.
  • Develop Total Cost of Ownership models for assigned categories.

Benefits

  • Affordable medical, dental, and vision benefits.
  • Company-paid life and disability insurance.
  • 401(k) plan with employer contribution/match.
  • Paid time off, paid sick time, holiday pay, and parental leave.
  • Tuition Assistance.
  • Employee Assistance Program.
  • Discounted insurance plans for auto, home, and pet.
  • Internal progression opportunities.
Full Job Description
What You Will Do

Manage a portfolio of mostly regional categories utilizing the latest supply chain tools and market knowledge to deliver the lowest total cost solution to Freeport-McMoRan. Lead commercial negotiations and contract development to ensure favorable terms that mitigate company risk. Act as a single point of contact for suppliers, Global Supply Chain personnel, and internal customers to maximize value creation with respect to category responsibilities.
  • In this role, you negotiate commercial terms and develop contracts and pricing for category responsibilities, develop cost management techniques, and understand category markets and industry cost drivers.
  • As the Mgr Category Management, you facilitate internal and external teams to identify key suppliers and develop strategic alliances, prepare analysis and plans for negotiations, and lead negotiations involving critical suppliers and/or customers.
  • You compile market research data, inclusive of economic analysis for historical buying trends and projected supply pricing models, provide leadership as a Subject Matter Expert within Global Supply Chain, and seek solutions to minimize routine purchase transactions while anticipating and removing supplier-related issues.
  • You provide resources and guidance to customers regarding procurement and contracting processes, maintain ownership of procure-to-pay processes and issues for assigned categories, prepare and present market and contract analysis to senior leadership.
  • You will maintain competencies in emerging supply chain strategies, facilitate the development of standards to maximize value and minimize Total Cost of Ownership, and develop Total Cost of Ownership models for assigned categories.


What You Bring To Freeport

  • Master's degree and three (3) years of experience in supply chain and/or contract negotiation/development; OR
  • Bachelor's degree and five (5) years of experience in supply chain and/or contract negotiation/development; OR
  • High School Diploma/GED and nine (9) years of experience in supply chain and/or contract negotiation/development.


Preferred Qualifications

  • Three (3) years of experience in negotiations with large corporations.
  • Experience managing multiple $5M+ categories preferably in the Mining, Industrial or Heavy Manufacturing industries.
  • Experience with Supply Chain Modules in SAP and other Contract Management Systems.
  • Experience presenting to leadership around category responsibilities.


What We Offer You

The estimated annual pay range for this role is currently $112,000-$160,000. This range reflects base salary only and does not include bonus payments, benefits or retirement contributions. Actual base pay is determined by experience, qualifications, skills and other job-related factors. This role is eligible for additional incentive compensation considerations based on company and individual performance. Additionally, this position is currently eligible for annual long-term incentive consideration. Long-term incentives are contingent upon authorized approval under the terms and conditions of the Company's plan and award agreements. More details will be shared during the hiring process. Click here to view a sample of Total Rewards Estimate for this role.
  • Affordable medical, dental and vision benefits
  • Company-paid life and disability insurance
  • 401(k) plan with employer contribution/match
  • Paid time off, paid sick time, holiday pay, parental leave
  • Tuition Assistance
  • Employee Assistance Program
  • Discounted insurance plans for auto, home and pet
  • Internal progression opportunities
  • Learn more about our competitive and comprehensive benefits package!


What We Require

Freeport-McMoRan promotes a drug/alcohol-free work environment using mandatory pre-employment drug testing as allowed by applicable laws.

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