Regional Category Manager

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 highperformance materials isnt just being shaped; its 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 impactwhere 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 crossfunctional teams to develop and execute procurement strategies that maximize Total Cost of Ownership (TCO) savings while adhering to Envaliors procurement guidelines. You will also proactively identify and mitigate business risks arising from singlesource suppliers or changing market dynamics while driving the successful implementation of Envaliors 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 Envaliors direct procurement policy and guidelines.
• Define and lead crossfunctional sourcing teams to ensure effective collaboration and .
• 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 and alignment with business objectives.

The Ideal Candidate

• Holds a masters or bachelors 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 fastpaced dynamic environment.
• A team player with excellent interpersonal skills and a collaborative approach.
• Fluent in both spoken and written English.

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 wellbeing matters to us. At Envalior we provide an array of benefits supporting your financial security health and overall wellbeing. This includes retirement plans health programs life insurance and comprehensive medical care.

WorkLife Balance & Flexibility

Maintain a healthy balance between work and personal life with Envaliors 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 its 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

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.

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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 futureproof designs. Envalior is the brand new materials powerhouse that was Launched in early 2023.

We aim to be a global leader in sustainable and highperformance engineering materials. We imagine the future by shaping the world of today and tomorrow. Were conscious that this is both a privilege and a responsibility so when we imagine the future were guided by our key values to help us create a better world.

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Manager