Global Category Manager Corporate Services & IT

at  Delrin

Delrin® Job Description

GLOBAL CATEGORY MANAGER CORPORATE SERVICES & IT

Delrin® Overview:
Delrin® is an industry leading premium polymer business grounded in strong innovation and is a category creator with a longstanding reputation for quality, reliable supply and superior product performance. The iconic Delrin® brand, coupled with proprietary technology and deep application expertise make us a leader in High-End Engineering Polymer Market.
Delrin® is an engineering plastic/polymer used by our customers for many crucial components in highly engineered and technical applications, largely replacing metal with more efficient and cost-effective solutions that last as long. We have a strong focus on sustainability and produce a portion of our products from 100% bio feedstocks.
Delrin® enjoys exciting growth prospects from mobility, material handling, healthcare and consumer applications. We are excited to be able to operate as a smaller company that is more entrepreneurial in nature, and where growing this brand is the top priority. We offer a compelling environment for motivated talent to help shape the future of the business, while growing your career with us.
Job Description:
The Category Manager for Corporate Services & IT is responsible for developing and implementing global category strategies for Corporate Services and IT. The Category Manager will play a pivotal role in managing and optimizing our Corporate Services and IT procurement categories, ensuring cost-effectiveness, quality, and alignment with the company’s strategic objectives. The Category Manager will collaborate closely with internal stakeholders within HR, finance, and IT.

Category Management Corporate Services & IT

• In close cooperation with internal stakeholders, develop and implement strategic sourcing strategies for Corporate Services categories, including but not limited to marketing, professional services, staffing services, travel, fleet, and IT.
• Collaborate with internal stakeholders across HR, finance and IT to understand their requirements, align procurement strategies, and ensure effective communication and service delivery.
• Conduct RFP/RFQs and lead teams through the evaluation and selection process in accordance with company goals and policies.
• Review purchase requests for completeness and compliance with company requirements; negotiates with suppliers and approves purchases within their authorized amounts or size.
• Communicate category strategies, initiatives, and performance updates to stakeholders at all levels of the organization.
• Establish and maintain strong relationships with suppliers and manage supplier performance to ensure quality and cost-effective services.
• Analyze spend data, identify cost-saving opportunities, and implement initiatives to achieve cost reductions while maintaining service quality.
• Identify and mitigate risks associated with supplier contracts, service delivery, and compliance with relevant regulations and company policies.
• Conduct market research and analysis to identify trends, opportunities, and potential risks within the categories.
• Monitor and track cost savings, performance metrics, and KPIs to measure the success of category strategies.
• Manage the maintenance of agreements with suppliers between Delrin and the supply base.
• Develop and maintain agreement templates.