Procurement Category Manager

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Our vision is both simple and ambitious: to put our drinks on every table. 

We are the leading global independent beverage solutions provider. We serve a broad range of national and international retailers as well as Global, National and Emerging (GNE) brands. Our products are distributed worldwide from our production sites in Europe, North America, and Australia.  Although our own branding may not appear on the labels of the beverages we produce, there is a good chance you are reading this while sipping one of our drinks. 

Our ambition is to continually improve and it’s what keeps us at the top of our game.  We are solutions-based.  We are innovative.  We seek out new challenges and conquer them.  This is our company ethos, but it’s our people’s too: Refresco is at the cutting edge of a fast-moving industry because we have passionate people pushing the boundaries of what’s best. 

Stop and think: how would YOU put our drinks on every table? 

Summary Description:

The Procurement Category Manager is responsible for the strategic sourcing, contract management, supplier performance management, financial budgeting, and project management for their assigned material category estimated to be $20-$40M in spend. They will identify cost saving and continuous improvement opportunities, perform spend & market analysis, and conduct supplier negotiations.

Essential Functions

• Develop a comprehensive understanding of all category influencers and become the business- wide category subject matter expert from both a technical and commercial perspective.
• Develop procurement strategies and plans for the category together with stakeholders that would reduce our Total Cost of Ownership and improve availability, quality, service and innovation.
• Anticipate, negotiate, and execute commercial opportunities on time within the assigned categories under the supervision of the Procurement Manager/Director.
• Develop, implement, and manage vendor performance metrics, documents, and reporting as part of a Supplier Relationship Management plan within specified category.
• Maintain updated commodity pricing in ERP system
• Maintain a positive and professional relationship with all key suppliers and internal stakeholders.
• Continuously optimize category through spend reduction and/or value enhancement, risk mitigation, and sustainability initiatives.
• Managing existing supply contracts, and the associated terms and conditions related to ongoing supply
• Manage claims and other administrative tasks as necessary to support Procurement Analyst
• Conduct market and risk analyses to inform category strategies.
• Negotiate commercial agreements with suppliers. Manage the central repository for contracts, including activity planning and the timely execution of contracts.
• Own vendor qualification process within category by collaborating and developing positive relationships with internal/external stakeholders.
• Obtain data from varied sources to identify and support fact-driven opportunities. Ensure analysis is accurate, comprehensive, and robust.
• Own RFx processes from creation to completion to generate and analyze multiple viable bids.
• Collaborate across departments during SOW development and respective vendor auditing/vetting. Attend off-site vendor tours/audits as needed.
• Provide necessary input for budget process
• Please note this job description is not designed to contain a comprehensive list of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job. Duties, responsibilities and activities may change at any time with or without prior notice.

Required Skills:

• Solid Technical and Analytical Skills.
• Proficient in Microsoft Word, Excel, Power Point, using ERP systems, and learning other Procurement software applications.
• Must understand “Total Cost of Ownership” concepts.
• Be a proactive problem solver.
• Project Management skills to set up processes that monitor project progress and completion rates.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal abilities. Works well with others in a team environment.
• Proficient Negotiation skills
• Must be able to work independently and handle multiple work assignments.
• Strong sense of urgency.

Competencies

• Creative Thinking: able to think creatively, generating new ideas and approaches to situations.
• Recognition of Opportunity: recognizes new opportunities and acts to take advantage of them.
• Assertiveness: able to defend a point of view and to confront others appropriately when necessary; unafraid to take controversial positions and challenge the conventional wisdom or status quo.
• Decisiveness: able to make decisions even in ambiguous situations and without full information.
• Influence: can influence and persuade other people, even without direct authority.
• Political Skill: knows how to get things done within the political framework of an organization.
• Cross Cultural: Able to interact effectively with people of different cultures and backgrounds.

Education and Experience:

• Minimum Required:
  • Bachelor's Degree in Business, Engineering, or other related technical field
  • 3 – 5+ years of relevant experience, preferably in food or beverage manufacturing environment

• Must be permanently authorized to work in the United States now and in the future without sponsorship.

Working Conditions:

• Physical Demands– Continuously sitting for prolonged periods, as the job is administrative in nature.
• Visual/Sensory – This position requires attention to detail, requiring attention with one or two senses at a time.
• Work environment – Work and environment fasted paced, requiring ability to remain focused under pressure.
• Mental Stress – There is pronounced pressure from deadlines, project management, accuracy or similar demands.

Travel Requirements:

• Based in Tampa with up to 20% travel at times.

Other Duties:

• This job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee. Duties, responsibilities, and activities may change, or new ones may be assigned at any time with or without notice.

A Career with Refresco 

Refresco is passionate about empowering leaders who reflect our core values and live by our leadership behaviors. These behaviors encourage effective leadership within the business, and focus on leading courageously, empowering individuals, and driving company growth as one team. Joining our team as a people manager means you’ll be encouraged to evolve as a leader who prioritizes the success of both you and your team, to deliver results, whilst bringing your authentic self to work.  

Refresco Beverages US Inc. offers the following competitive pay and comprehensive benefits:    

• Medical/Dental/Vision Insurance    
• Health Savings Accounts and Flexible Spending Accounts  
• Life and AD&D Insurance, critical illness, hospital indemnity, and accident insurance 
• Short-term disability and long-term disability   
• Pet Insurance  
• Legal Benefits  
• 401(k) Savings Plan with Company Match  
• 12 Paid Holidays  
• Vacation Days and Paid Sick Time Off Days
• Well-being Benefit 
• Discount and Total Reward Programs   

Join Refresco TODAY and enjoy a rewarding CAREER!   

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