Hunter Douglas, Inc. · 10 hours ago
Category Manager
Hunter Douglas is the world’s leading manufacturer of window coverings and a major manufacturer of architectural products. The Category Manager role involves leading sourcing activities for various categories of spend, developing and executing cost reduction strategies, and collaborating with cross-functional teams to enhance product offerings.
Consumer Goods
Responsibilities
Leads sourcing activities for one or more categories of spend, with the goal of achieving significant initial cost reductions, while maintaining/improving product quality and supplier service levels
Controls directly the results achieved with a strong intervention power in case of under-performing results
Serves as the strategic stakeholder with supplier organizations and in corporate functions to develop and execute effective cost reduction strategies and implementation plans
Support innovation process e.g., supplier identification, utilizing supplier capabilities for best-in-class product design
Own category savings and implementation of projects to deliver against target
Monitor performances of suppliers and the compliance with guidelines
Develop and implement sourcing strategies for key spend categories
Monitor strategy implementation and contract compliance
Partner with cross-functional stakeholders to develop new products / fabric collections
Develop potential scenarios and negotiation tactics
Prepare and conduct negotiations
Build implementation plan after contract award
Lead sourcing events for market benchmarking and best-in-class cost structure
Revenue protection in case of supply disruptions by working closely with suppliers to find solutions
Uphold internal and external policies, regulations and laws
All other duties as assigned
Qualification
Required
BA required (MBA or Masters preferred)
Successful, multi-year track record in Procurement
Exceptional problem-solving and analytical skills (multiple complex analyses simultaneously)
Good planning / project management skills
Strong negotiating skills
Strategy development
Strong communication skills (written and verbal)
Passion for cost and value improvements
Strong leadership skills
Comfortable with conflict
Strong problem-solving skills
Change management, able to manage ambiguity and drive conclusion
Preferred
MBA or Masters preferred
Transformation exposure would be a distinct advantage
Benefits
Generous benefits package including medical, dental, vision, life, disability
Time off with pay
401(k) plan with a degree of employer matching
Paid parental leave
Wellness programs and product discounts
Company
Hunter Douglas, Inc.
Hunter Douglas offers premium, intelligent window fashions that beautifully transform natural light and enhance your home's interiors.
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