Senior Category Manager: Control Systems and Instrumentation
Eastman Chemical
- Kingsport, TN
- Permanent
- Full-time
- Utilize your in-depth market knowledge to provide strategic insights to our commercial teams, empowering them to make informed decisions.
- Lead cross-functional teams to capture savings across commercial, specification, and demand levers of sourcing, optimizing cost-effectiveness.
- Drive supplier selection and negotiation processes, cultivating mutually beneficial partnerships to achieve strategic goals.
- Develop and implement sourcing strategies for key spend categories, guiding stakeholders through change management processes.
- Monitor category performance metrics and assess the impact of sourcing strategies, making data-driven adjustments as needed.
- Uphold internal and external policies, regulations, and laws while fostering a culture of best practices and continuous improvement
- Bachelor’s or Master’s Degree preferred, or equivalent experience in engineering or related field.
- 5+ years of experience in Procurement, Buyer, or related field with a Bachelor's degree, or 10+ years without.
- Demonstrated track record in Procurement, specifically within the control systems and instrumentation domain.
- Deep technical understanding of control systems and instrumentation, with the ability to engage technical stakeholders effectively.
- Exceptional problem-solving and analytical skills, with a meticulous attention to detail.
- Strong negotiating skills paired with effective communication abilities, both written and verbal.
- Proven leadership capabilities and comfort in navigating conflict.
- Proficiency in project management and familiarity with capital equipment acquisition processes.
- Exciting opportunity to make a significant impact on cost reduction initiatives
- Collaborative and supportive work environment
- Competitive compensation package
- Opportunities for professional development and growth