We are looking to hire a
Procurement Category Manager immediately in a Hybrid (50/50) capacity at our Global Headquarters in Hunt Valley, Maryland.
What We Bring To The Table:The best people deserve the best rewards. In addition to the benefits you'd expect from a global leader (401k, health insurance, paid time off, etc.) we also offer:
• Competitive compensation
• Career growth opportunities
• Flexibility and Support for Diverse Life Stages and Choices
Position Overview Responsible for assigned categories and the development of strategies and programs to optimize cost, rationalize the supply base and bring value to the Corporation while mitigating risk. May manage subordinates. Includes coordinating and leading strategy execution activity for direct spend.
Key Responsibilities• Management of Procurement for their categories globally. Leads the negotiations of procured materials and services to assure optimal TCO (Cost, Quality, Delivery, Innovation) achieved. Develops and implements strategies to assure lowest overall cost while mitigating risk to the Corporation.
• Promotes high level of customer satisfaction in supporting the needs of Divisional projects & requirements for Purchasing guidance & leadership.
• Participates in the planning and forecasting process to establish standard costs and provide explanations for price variances at Division level.
• Participates and may lead change management efforts while creating true alignment & integration internally and externally. Acts as internal consultant.
Qualifications- Bachelor's Degree in Supply Chain, Business, Finance, Accounting or applicable field of study required
- 5+ years in Purchasing/Supply Chain environment with appropriate business experience.
- 3+ yrs project management, execution of or participation in large, multiple or cross-functional projects.
- 2+ yrs managing, leading developing dynamic work teams
- Thorough knowledge of industries for assigned categories.
- Technical awareness in assigned categories, McCormick product and business knowledge, Company priorities and strategic direction (internal only)
- Systems capabilities to maximize supplier performance and negotiating leverage.
- Ability to deal with diverse and sometimes conflicting priorities.
- Sound and comprehensive communication and diplomacy skills
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As a general policy, McCormick does not offer employment visa sponsorships upon hire or in the future. Base Salary: $80,500 - $137,000
Base salary compensation will be determined based on factors such as geographic location, skills, education, experience for this role, and/or internal equity of our current employees as part of any final offer. This position is also eligible to participate in McCormick's Incentive Bonus (MIB) Plan. In addition to a competitive compensation package, permanent employees of McCormick are eligible for our extensive Total Rewards programs that include:
- Comprehensive health plans covering medical, vision, dental, life and disability benefits
- Family-friendly benefits such as paid parental leave, fertility benefits, Employee Assistance Program, and caregiver support
- Retirement and investment programs including 401(k) and profit-sharing plans
