Category Manager

Category ManagerHypertherm Associates is seeking a Category Manager to join our Global Sourcing team to manage fabricated metal, formed metal, machined metal and machined non-metal. The role may support other categories depending on needs.The ideal candidate will bring supply chain experience to assess and mitigate risk, support NPI activities through qualification of new suppliers, and identify cost savings opportunities. You will negotiate contracts with suppliers aligning requirements from Legal, Finance, Operations and Logistics. The candidate will work with Category Specialists from Business Teams (BTs) to develop category strategies and ensure suppliers meet our performance expectations.If this sounds like an exciting opportunity, here are some other ways you'll help positively impact our business as a Category Manager in Global Sourcing:Category StrategyWork with BT Category Specialists to define, document and drive category strategiesSupplier ManagementLead annual/semiannual supplier performance reviewsExecute new supplier search and lead qualification process based on BT needsCoordinate supplier reductions/terminations across BTsManage contract negotiationAssurance of SupplyReview and maintain supplier risk assessmentsLead procurement tool & process developmentProvide training to internal and external partiesProjects/Cost SavingsWork with Category Specialists to identify and support cost savings opportunitiesProvide project management support including defining, tracking and communicating milestones as required for procurement projectse.g., new supplier qualification, supplier exits/transitions, identification and implementation of new toolsWho you are and the experience you bring:Bachelor's Degree in Business, Finance, Supply Chain Management or Engineering degree with a minimum of 7 years of supply chain experienceProven project management skills and knowledge leading cross-functional teamsComprehensive understanding of business needs, regulations, and legal requirementsStrong negotiation and interpersonal skills to enable successful conclusion of contractsSolid analytical abilities creating and adapting templates to be used across the companyExperienced in Lean concepts and complex value stream mappingWorking knowledge of PFMEAsCapable of generating cost/benefit analyses and make buy/decision modelingAdept at articulating total cost of ownership, inventory holding cost and cost of capitalDemonstrated understanding of statistical methodsStrong attention to detail, along with strong written and verbal presentation and communication skillsPreferred experience that differentiates you:Prior experience as a Hypertherm Associates Category Specialist or Category ManagerKnowledge of Purchasing modules in Oracle and/or InsightExperience managing some or all grouped categoriesKnowledge of Lean/JIT MethodologyISM and/or APICS certificationGreen/Black Belt CertifiedLocation: Hanover, NH (Relocation assistance is available)Travel: 20% - 40% Domestic and InternationalWhy join Hypertherm Associates?Collaborative, 100% employee-owned cultureProfit-Sharing and Employee Stock Ownership (ESOP)Five days/year paid Community Service TimeStrong commitment to Environmental StewardshipStable, growing organization with a no-layoff philosophyHypertherm Associates is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer, and we welcome all applications. We recruit, employ, train, compensate, and promote without regard to race, color, religion, sex, age, national origin, disability, or veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local laws.At Hypertherm Associates, we are committed to building an inclusive diverse, flexible, and collaborative environment. If our mission resonates with you, but you don't meet all posted requirements, we encourage you to still apply. We will evaluate your application materials and may suggest alternative roles that better leverage your strengths and talents. For positions with multiple levels, we will evaluate your prior experience to determine the level within our organization you are best aligned based upon the job applying.$93,936.00-$156,562.00 AnnualThis is the base pay range that an applicant can expect to make upon hire. Pay within this range will vary based upon relevant experience, skills, and education among other factors.