GLOBAL PURCHASING CATEGORY MANAGER
Griffith Foods is the caring, creative product development partner helping food companies meet the evolving needs of consumers while sustaining the planet. The company’s product capabilities range from seasonings and marinades to coating systems and sauces that are better for people and better for the planet. For more information, visit 2-3 days a week; proximity to Alsip, IL US, Scarborough Canada, Monterrey Mexico, Marinilla Colombia, Valls Spain
COMP RANGE
$120,000 - $150,000/year plus bonus (US Currency)
Griffith Foods is hiring a Global Purchasing Category Manager to be responsible for developing and implementing global category strategies by following a detailed sourcing process that incorporates sustainability, covering the commodities category. This is your opportunity to establish, monitor, and impact the Operating Plan budget, Purchase Price Variance, coverage performance, and others.
Responsibilities
Responsible for working with the local and regional buyers on the execution of the global strategies previously agreed with the Griffith Purchasing Council.
Strategic and Sustainable Sourcing.
Be the primary contact for market expertise in commodities, understanding market drivers and communicating risk/opportunity on positions.
Develop costs for budgeting purposes in conjunction with each region.
Identifying opportunities to standardize global suppliers around the world.
Accountability of the global coverage performance of commodities.
The Global Purchasing Category Manager position is well suited for you if you
Work effectively across geography and functions to influence from the top to the bottom of an organization.
Enjoy strategy and project execution related to sourcing activities on direct materials.
Like to develop and execute commodity positions with suppliers in accordance with business volumes and pricing structures.
Work extensively with the local and regional teams and frequent contacts with internal global functional leaders/teams, regional purchasing leaders/teams, and regional functional teams.
Have cross-functional project management skills.
Enjoy influencing across multiple regions to gain alignment on strategies developed.
Have effective communication and collaboration across all levels of the organization.
Qualified Candidates Will Have
Bachelor's degree in Business Administration, Supply Chain Management, Agriculture, Food Science, or a related field.
7 years’ experience in Category Management and Commodities.
Proficient in English.
Willing to travel up to 30% as required for project collaboration and knowledge exchange.
What Will Set You Apart
Master’s degree
Able to speak 2 or more languages
Strong working knowledge of MRP systems
Professional certification such as CPIM/APICS/CPM/CIPS
Griffith Foods embraces Work Flex, allowing employees to work remotely, and select options like compressed work weeks, flex time, etc. that creates an effective workplace where work patterns meet the needs of both employers and employees. Most professionals come into the office three days a week. Periodic onsite meetings may occur at the above posted locations.
Benefits
Benefits for this role include Medical, Rx, Dental, Vision, Flexible Spending & Health Savings Accounts, EAP, Health Advocacy, Financial Planning, Parental Leave, Care.com, Adoption & Surrogacy Assistance, Education Assistance/Tuition Reimbursement, Safety Reimbursement, Lifestyle Spending