Join Envalior - Imagine The Future!
Are you passionate about pioneering change in a constantly evolving environment? At Envalior, we are seeking a talented Regional Category Manager to join our dynamic Direct Procurement team.
At Envalior, the future of high-performance materials isn't just being shaped; it's being pioneered. A belief in fostering an environment where every voice is heard and ideas are valued is integral to our culture. Empowerment is the driving force behind our pioneering spirit, allowing our teams to take initiative, explore new solutions, and revel in the thrill of constant innovation.
Join us and be a part of a team committed to making a positive impact—where safety, sustainability, collaboration, and empowerment intersect to drive innovation.
IMAGINE THE FUTURE WITH ENVALIOR
As a Regional Category Manager at Envalior, you will play a pivotal role in shaping and implementing the strategy for direct spend within your assigned category clusters. Your focus will be on aligning with corporate guidelines and requirements to achieve key performance indicators (KPIs) and contribute to overall business success. You will lead cross-functional teams to develop and execute procurement strategies that maximize Total Cost of Ownership (TCO) savings, while adhering to Envalior's procurement guidelines. You will also proactively identify and mitigate business risks arising from single-source suppliers or changing market dynamics, while driving the successful implementation of Envalior's overarching strategy.
You will make key contributions to Envalior
- Contribute to the development of direct spend strategy and represent the category within the procurement function
- Develop and deploy a vision and plan for the category, providing input to the Purchasing Director for overall category planning
- Lead the creation of category strategies for your category cluster, ensuring alignment with Envalior's direct procurement policy and guidelines
- Define and lead cross-functional sourcing teams to ensure effective collaboration and execution
- Manage relationships with key suppliers, including key account management and performance tracking
- Foster knowledge sharing, collaboration, and clear communication between category managers and Category Operations Managers (COMs) to ensure standardized processes
- Maintain strong relationships with internal stakeholders, ensuring smooth project execution and alignment with business objectives
Requirements
The Ideal Candidate
- Holds a master's or bachelor's degree, ideally in procurement or a relevant technical discipline
- Brings minimum 8 years of professional experience in direct procurement
- Possesses strong negotiation and communication skills
- Has effective external networking abilities and can build strong relationships with key suppliers and stakeholders
- Demonstrates the ability to thrive in a fast-paced, dynamic environment
- A team player with excellent interpersonal skills and a collaborative approach
- Fluent in both spoken and written English.
Benefits
WHY ENVALIOR?
Competitive Compensation
Join us at Envalior and enjoy competitive compensation packages, inclusive of a global bonus program and individual performance bonuses, ensuring your hard work is recognized and rewarded.
Comprehensive Benefits
Your well-being matters to us. At Envalior, we provide an array of benefits supporting your financial security, health, and overall well-being. This includes retirement plans, health programs, life insurance, and comprehensive medical care.
Work-Life Balance & Flexibility
Maintain a healthy balance between work and personal life with Envalior's commitment to supporting your schedule.
Training & Development Opportunities
At Envalior, your growth matters. We encourage and invest in your professional and personal development. We support our employees in their growth and personal development through ongoing investment in their knowledge and skills via training, coaching, and mentoring.
Diversity & Inclusion
At Envalior, our people drive our success, so it's only right that we provide a diverse and inclusive working environment and foster a culture of belonging, openness, and respect. We value diversity as a cornerstone of our success. We are committed to nurturing and empowering every individual to reach their full potential.
APPLY NOW!
Ready to pioneer change with Envalior? Join us in our mission to drive innovation, sustainability, and excellence. Apply today and become a part of our transformative journey towards a more sustainable future.
Submit your application online by sending your CV and motivation letter in English through our career portal. If you have any questions, feel free to connect directly with our recruiter at britto.antony@envalior.com
Envalior is proud to be an Equal Employment Opportunity and Affirmative Action employer. We do not discriminate based upon race, religion, color, national origin, gender (including pregnancy, childbirth, or related medical conditions), sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, age, status as a protected veteran, status as an individual with a disability, or other applicable legally protected characteristics.
If you need assistance or an accommodation due to a disability, you may contact us at Talent.Acquisition@Envalior.com.
OUR HERITAGE
With a combined heritage of over 100 years, Envalior brings together two established global materials players{{:}} DSM Engineering Materials and LANXESS High Performance Materials. Our unique combined portfolio of longstanding material-, application-, and design expertise enables our customers to develop and launch sustainable future-proof designs. Envalior is the brand new materials powerhouse that was Launched in early 2023.
We aim to be a global leader in sustainable and high-performance engineering materials. We imagine the future by shaping the world of today and tomorrow. We're conscious that this is both a privilege and a responsibility - so, when we imagine the future, we're guided by our key values to help us create a better world.
