Location:Northbrook, IL, US, 60062
Job Description
Reporting directly to the Director of North America Indirect Procurement, this role will be charged with developing and implementing procurement strategies that support our Corporate Teams.
Overall Responsibilities
Develops and executes commercial go-to-market strategies for $50 MM Professional Services category to deliver best in class sourcing value. responsible for managing the procurement process, from strategic sourcing to contracting, ensuring detailed execution aligned with category strategic vision. This role focuses on overseeing supplier selection and management and maintaining compliance with procurement policies including safety and environmental sustainability.
Job Requirements

Category Leadership

• Partner with Corporate Leadership and internal stakeholders across the organization to develop sourcing strategies for Mexico that provide the best overall value to the business and align with company objectives.
• Develop a deep understanding of the overall market and Stepan supply base. Continually monitor and analyze purchases to optimize sourcing strategies for maximum value. Lead the process of researching markets, identifying suppliers, bidding, negotiating, and developing contracts. Work with legal to finalize contracts.
• Achieve year-over-year value including but not limited to cost savings, cost avoidance, rebates and discounts, and optimization of payment terms and inventory.
• Establish and maintain strong relationships with vendors, fostering partnerships that align with the company’s values and quality standards
• Monitors supplier performance and holds regular business performance reviews. Lead improvement actions as appropriate.

Qualifications

• 2+ years of category management experience, preferably in professional, IT or consulting services.
• Demonstrated track record of meeting savings targets and financial goals.
• Expertise in using Microsoft Excel including using pivot tables, advanced formulas and macros.

Preferred Qualifications

• Category management subject matter expertise including sourcing strategy development, negotiation, stakeholder management, contracts management, and supplier performance management.
• Solid organizational and time management & project management skills and the ability to execute on multiple projects, RFXs and contract negotiations simultaneously
• Demonstrated ability to extract and analyze significant amounts of data and summarize findings or options for leadership.
• Strong interpersonal skills with demonstrated ability to collaborate across multiple teams.
• Experience in building partner relationships; influencing and communicating with key stakeholders and presenting and gaining alignment with key leaders.

Education

• Bachelor’s degree, preferably in economics, business, engineering, supply chain management or related field.

APPLICANTS MUST BE AUTHORIZED TO WORK FOR ANY EMPLOYER IN THE U.S. WE ARE UNABLE TO SPONSOR OR TAKE OVER SPONSORSHIP OF AN EMPLOYMENT VISA AT THIS TIME.

Established in 1932, Stepan Company is a major manufacturer of basic and intermediate chemicals including surfactants, polymers, as well as specialty ingredients that go into consumer, household, and institutional products such as laundry detergents, shampoos, and surface cleaners. Stepan Company currently has 22 global manufacturing locations and over 2,500 employees. We have a strong record of growth. Our growth allows us to provide meaningful career opportunities and stability to our team members. We have big goals at Stepan and know every team member will be crucial to achieving our objectives. Regardless of function, we are looking for team members who bring with them a growth mindset, an entrepreneurial spirit, and the ability to thrive in an evolving environment.
We celebrate diversity at Stepan and are committed to creating a diverse, inclusive environment. We are proud to be an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, national origin, genetic information, disability, age, veteran status, or any other status protected by applicable law.
Stepan is a global specialty and intermediate chemical manufacturer that has been serving a broad range of industries for over 90 years. Today, Stepan is a $2.7 billion revenue company. Our continued success is driven by the passion and commitment of our 2,500+ employees around the world.

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