DescriptionJoin MAPEI Corporation a global leader in the manufacturing of construction chemicals and building materials including adhesives sealants and specialty products used in flooring tile and concrete restoration. MAPEI is seeking a Category Manager Raw Materials to lead strategic sourcing and supplier management across a defined portfolio of raw materials.
Key Responsibilities
- Negotiate contracts with vendors on price schedule quality and terms to support cost-effective procurement.
- Develop and implement purchasing strategies in coordination with Central Purchasing Operations Logistics and R&D.
- Reduce reliance on sole-source suppliers and ensure continuous material availability for production.
- Collaborate with R&D to identify and qualify alternative raw materials and packaging solutions.
- Monitor supplier performance conduct audits and drive corrective actions as needed.
- Support budgeting reporting and KPI tracking using MAPEI systems and tools.
- Assist with vendor setup specification management and resolution of payment or quality issues.
- Conform with and abide by all regulations policies work procedures safety rules and instructions.
- Other duties as assigned.
Whats in it for you
- In this role you will earn a competitive base salary depending on your experience and qualifications.
- FREE MEDICAL INSURANCE for our employees or the option of a highly competitive medical plan with minimal monthly employee contributions and zero deductibles
- 17 Days of paid sick and vacation time annually (days are prorated in year one).
- 401K retirement with up to 6% matching program.
- Excellent dental vision programs flex spending accounts employer paid life insurance and free tele-med physician services.
- Various other company employee-centric perks initiatives; tuition reimbursement programs discounted home/auto insurance programs supplemental life insurance and more.
Qualifications
- Bachelors degree from four-year College or University and two years relevant industry experience or a minimum of ten years related experience and/or training.
- Proficiency in Microsoft Word Excel Outlook and PowerPoint within a Windows environment -Knowledge 365 or Dynamics AX is a plus.
- Valid U.S. drivers license
- Ability to travel 10-15%
Equal Opportunity Employer Minority/Female/Disability/Veteran (M/F/D/V)
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Required Experience:
Manager