Category Manager; Capital Projects

Category Manager Capex

As the Category Manager Capex you will work with stakeholders to lead, develop and execute sourcing and procurement strategies for CAPEX. This person will be the point of contact between selected vendors and the plant to understand the technical scope of work to execute the capital projects per company safety requirements. An ideal candidate for this role brings a passion for business partnerships, creative problem solving, and a commitment to continuous improvement.

• Develop category specific strategies for Capital Equipment and Services to deliver improved value for money (meets and/or exceeds targets), reduce risk, improve quality and service.
• Ensure all contractors, vendors and equipment designs, material, processes, work method are always safe and with adequate safety controls, meeting company safety standards.
• Interface with key plant operations, engineering stakeholders and senior leadership to understand the strategic direction, capital requirements and business priorities.
• Analyze category trends, create multi-year strategic sourcing strategies, and develop programs that provide a competitive advantage to the business.
• Manage the procurement process - RFI/RFQ/RFPs, negotiations, etc.
  
  - for all Capex projects, namely, project vendor or supplier planning and execution, coordination, contract preparation, negotiation and execution per company Procurement process, risk assessment and management which falls within the responsibilities and scope of work for vendors/contractors.
• Develop robust commercial arrangements that meet company business, legal, sustainability and ethical requirements.
• Directly manage contracts and suppliers for the Capital Equipment & Services (including equipment, engineering & design, and construction), category through supplier scorecards, quarterly business reviews; measuring contract compliance and other key metrics to ensure targets/ schedules are being met and value is being delivered to the business.
• Ensure all purchasing activities are conducted in accordance with proper procedures and protocols. Track execution to sourcing and procuring plans for all projects per cost and timeline.
• Act as a liaison between company stakeholders and suppliers/contractors/sub-contractors to implement contracts fulfilment. Facilitate issue resolution by driving compliance to Change Management Process requirements to ensure optimal customer satisfaction.
• Provide regular and appropriate Capital Equipment & Services category communications to stakeholders to ensure the business understands industry best practices, trends and Capital Equipment category knowledge.
• Analyze and continuously monitor market and industry data and trends to ensure programs remain competitive throughout the agreement period.
• Seek alternate and innovative ideas to provide business solutions, challenge requirements and specifications to create competitive advantage.

• Bachelor's degree required with educational concentration in supply chain, engineering, business administration or a related field is preferred.
• Professional certifications in Supply Chain or Procurement (SCMP/CPSM) or Project Management preferred.

• 15+ years in strategic sourcing / capital procurement. Knowledge of the strategic sourcing process and practical application to sourcing projects.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills; understanding of total system cost concepts.
• Experience with Should Cost, TCO and ROI analysis/review.
• Subject matter expertise in Capital Equipment and related services.
• Experience managing a Capital Equipment spend portfolio of $150M+

• Possess good interpersonal skills, the ability to foster/build relationships and influence internal and external stakeholders.
• Excellent presentation skills.
• Strong analytical and project management skills.
• Possess a sense of urgency and results oriented.
• Strong negotiations skills.
• Ability to identify problems and root causes; suggest resolutions and drive execution.
• Time management, able to prioritize and manage multiple projects concurrently
• Proficiency in SAP Procurement modules.