Category Manager - Raw Materials

Overview

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. MAPEI is seeking a Category Manager, Raw Materials to lead strategic sourcing and supplier management across a defined portfolio of raw materials.

• 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.

• Competitive base salary based on experience and qualifications.
• Medical insurance options, including free coverage for employees or a cost-effective plan with minimal contributions and no deductibles.
• 17 days of paid sick and vacation time annually (prorated in year one).
• 401K retirement with up to 6% matching.
• Dental and vision coverage, flexible spending accounts, employer-paid life insurance, and access to telemedicine.
• Additional employee-centric perks; tuition reimbursement, discounted home/auto insurance, and more.

• Bachelor’s degree from a four-year college or university with two years relevant industry experience, or minimum of ten years related experience and/or training.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Word, Excel, Outlook, and PowerPoint within a Windows environment;
  Knowledge of 365 or Dynamics AX is a plus.
• Valid U.S. driver’s license
• Ability to travel 10-15%

Equal Opportunity Employer – Minority/Female/Disability/Veteran (M/F/D/V)