Overview
Join to apply for the Category Manager - Raw Materials role at MAPEI USA . MAPEI is seeking a Category Manager, Raw Materials to lead strategic sourcing and supplier management across a defined portfolio of raw materials.
Responsibilities
- Negotiate contracts with vendors on price, schedule, quality, and terms to support cost-effective procurement.
- Develop and implement purchasing strategies in coordination with Central Purchasing, Operations, Logistics, and R&D.
- Reduce reliance on sole-source suppliers and ensure continuous material availability for production.
- Collaborate with R&D to identify and qualify alternative raw materials and packaging solutions.
- Monitor supplier performance, conduct audits, and drive corrective actions as needed.
- Support budgeting, reporting, and KPI tracking using MAPEI systems and tools.
- Assist with vendor setup, specification management, and resolution of payment or quality issues.
- Conform with and abide by all regulations, policies, work procedures, safety rules and instructions.
- Other duties as assigned.
What’s in it for you
- Competitive base salary based on experience and qualifications.
- Medical insurance options, including free coverage for employees or a cost-effective plan with minimal contributions and no deductibles.
- 17 days of paid sick and vacation time annually (prorated in year one).
- 401K retirement with up to 6% matching.
- Dental and vision coverage, flexible spending accounts, employer-paid life insurance, and access to telemedicine.
- Additional employee-centric perks; tuition reimbursement, discounted home/auto insurance, and more.
Qualifications
- Bachelor’s degree from a four-year college or university with two years relevant industry experience, or minimum of ten years related experience and/or training.
- Proficiency in Microsoft Word, Excel, Outlook, and PowerPoint within a Windows environment; Knowledge of 365 or Dynamics AX is a plus.
- Valid U.S. driver’s license
- Ability to travel 10-15%
Equal Opportunity Employer – Minority/Female/Disability/Veteran (M/F/D/V)
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