Manager, Category Procurement

DescriptionManager, External Manufacturing Category ProcurementThis position reports to the Global Category Director, External Manufacturing, Liquids & Creams.
Preferred location is New Jersey, but Bogota, Columbia and Sao Jose dos Campos, Brazil will also be considered.Who we areAt Kenvue, we realize the extraordinary power of everyday care.
Built on over a century of heritage and rooted in science, we're the house of iconic brands - including NEUTROGENA, AVEENO, TYLENOL, LISTERINE, JOHNSON'S and BAND-AID that you already know and love.
Science is our passion; care is our talent.
Our global team is made by 22,000 diverse and brilliant people, passionate about insights, innovation and committed to deliver the best products to our customers.
With expertise and empathy, being a Kenvuer means to have the power to impact life of millions of people every day.
We put people first, care fiercely, earn trust with science and solve with courage - and have brilliant opportunities waiting for you! Join us in shaping our future-and yours.Role reports to:
Global Category Director, External Manufacturing, Liquids & CreamsLocation:
Kenvue's corporate headquarters is currently located in Skillman NJ, but is scheduled to move to Summit, NJ in or around early 2025.
Preferred location is New Jersey, but Bogota, Columbia and Sao Jose dos Campos, Brazil will also be considered.Travel:
10%Pay:
Annual base salary for new hires in this position ranges from $110,000 to $192,050.
This takes into account a number of factors including work location, the candidate's skills, experience, education level & other job-related factors.What will you doThe Manager, External Manufacturing Category Procurement is responsible for driving selected sub-categories, including sourcing strategy, deployment, execution/implementation, and stakeholder management, to maximize total cost of ownership savings and Procurement's value contribution while achieving compliance with policies, strategies, and processes.You will also support the development of robust category strategies, aligned with regions and key stakeholders in External Manufacturing Make, Planning, Quality, etc.You will strive to meet the mutually agreed Procurement targets contributing to the overall budgeting targets.In addition to the elements mentioned above the Manager is accountable to define and achieve clear targets in conjunction with his/her Procurement regional counterparts and business stakeholders.Key Responsibilities:
Support category strategies for global category:
Analyzes category and defines category profile, including risk assessment, supply base assessment and supplier relationship management strategyBenchmarks category practices to identify improvement initiativesBuilds category specific strategic plan in alignment with the regions/countries and aligns strategic plan to financial budget and global business strategies in alignment with global Category Manager and business stakeholdersInitiates internal and external analysis (industry and supplier)Consolidates requirements, acting as a business partner for business/other functions, supporting the alignment and optimization of specification with the business/other functionsIs accountable for efficient alignment enablement/activation of negotiation outcomes by increasing the level of automated content within the category, instructing on new content updates and by providing clear instructions about the category strategy to enable complianceLeads medium size cross functional programs, such as:
Global benchmarking assessmentsNew supplier's introductionGo-to-market initiativesIdentification of potential contract improvement opportunities and renegotiationsSupplier scouting, selection and developmentDevelopment of cost modelsManages relationships with key stakeholders and business representativesActs as a key point of contact for day-to-day supply issues and drives resolution in line with global procurement policiesAchieves 'buy-in' from key stakeholders for major procurement initiativesCollaborates and aligns with global/regional/local procurement teams as applicableQualificationsWhat we are looking forRequired QualificationsBachelor's degreeAt least 5 years of relevant supply chain/procurement experienceExperience of 2+ years in External Manufacturing procurement or operationsProficiency in EnglishDesired QualificationsMaster's degree in Supply Chain Management, MBA or relevant degreeWhat's in it for youAnnual base salary for new hires in this position ranges from $110,000 to $192,050.
This takes into account a number of factors including work location, the candidate's skills, experience, education level & other job-related factors.Competitive Total Rewards Package
• Paid Company Holidays, Paid Vacation, Volunteer Time, Summer Fridays & More!Learning & Development OpportunitiesEmployee Resource GroupsNote:
Total Rewards at Kenvue include salary, bonus (if applicable) and benefits.
Your Talent Access Partner will be able to share more about our total rewards offerings and the specific salary range for the relevant location(s) during the recruitment & hiring process.Kenvue is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer.
All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, national origin, or protected veteran status and will not be discriminated against on the basis of disability.#LI-LH1Primary Location NA-US-New Jersey-SkillmanOther Locations Latin America-Brazil-São Paulo-São José dos Campos, Latin America-Colombia-Distrito Capital de Bogotá-BogotáTravel Yes, 10 % of the TimeJob Function Procurement
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