Job Description
The Category Manager is responsible for creating and driving sourcing value for the Hardware and related window products spend categories. This person will collaborate with multiple Business Units and Functional leadership to secure optimal contracted engagements for Cornerstone Building Brands.
This position will interface with VPs up to C-suite of the company, to align internal customer needs with marketplace opportunities to optimize the procurement value proposition. The Category Manager will also assist in driving continuous improvement of related processes throughout Cornerstone Building Brands. This role is expected to provide expertise to business leaders in planning and implementing supply chain strategies to achieve business goals and objectives. The position will be within Cornerstone’s Strategic Sourcing Team.
KEY RESPONSIBILITIES
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Lead creation and implementation of sourcing and demand management strategies for assigned categories of spend, manage the development of RFx materials, detailed analysis of proposals and vendor capabilities, negotiations and supplier selection
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Leverage key metrics to identify opportunities and adopt current and emerging business models with an entrepreneurial mindset and creative approach to drive sourcing best practice
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Strategically partner with business unit and functional leaders by providing subject matter expertise and best practice for sourcing opportunities
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Build and manage relationships with business unit teams, to enable implementation of business strategies through team alignment, facilitate a sourcing process to coordinate those goals, and closely collaborate with teams to negotiate, contract, and award business to suppliers
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Develop risk based and advanced multi-year category strategies designed to anticipate enterprise-wide requirements while optimizing forecasted shifts in both supply markets, industry trends and supplier economic cycles
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Lead the development and negotiation of contracts with new suppliers and/or renegotiate existing contracts to accomplish lowest total system cost, improve the services offerings, and evolve the function
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Conduct category spend analyses and reporting, supplier stratification, supply market and category industry research
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Provide oversight and evaluate ethical procurement practices of contracted services and goods which includes compliance with corporate and departmental policies and procedures as well as federal, state and local regulations
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Display leadership behaviors aligned with CBB values and success model to drive a culture that embodies customer centricity, interconnectedness and continuous improvement
Qualifications
EXPERIENCE & EDUCATION
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Bachelor’s degree required with preference in Business, Supply Chain, Finance, or equivalent work experience. MBA a plus
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At least 6 years of progressive supply chain experience required with demonstrated experience in procurement along with at least 2 of which in leading strategic sourcing strategies and category management responsibilities
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Experience driving change in a dynamic organization
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Proven execution of core sourcing skills (negotiation, contracting) and advanced category levers; ability to implement sourcing best practices
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Requires intermediate to advanced expertise in Microsoft Office programs
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S2P platform experience a plus (Ivalua), SAP Concur experience a plus
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Proven success at using knowledge of industry and market trends to develop and champion long-term category strategies
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Must be able to analyze data and prepare appropriate sourced vendor contracts
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Demonstrates the ability to be an influential leader; effectively persuade others to listen, commit, and act on a new approach
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Ability to focus on short term priorities, driving value for the business year over year, while simultaneously considering long term strategies and objectives
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Strategic mindset. Effectively presents complex topics in a concise manner to audiences at various levels and in various sizes
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Strong and effective verbal and written communication skills
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Broad understanding of business issues, metrics, organizational linkages, and customer value
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Strong organizational skills in addition to advanced project leadership and management skills
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Ability to assess and recommend creative and time-sensitive solutions
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Ability to coach team members on an indirect basis
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Certifications preferred but not required: CPSM, PMP, Lean, and Six Sigma
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Travel required: 15-25%
Additional Information
Why work for Cornerstone Building Brands?
Our teams are at the heart of our purpose to positively contribute to the communities where we live, work and play. Full-time* team members receive** medical, dental and vision benefits starting day 1. Other benefits include PTO, paid holidays, FSA, life insurance, LTD, STD, 401k, EAP, discount programs, tuition reimbursement, training, and professional development. You can also join one of our Employee Resource Groups which help support our commitment to providing a diverse and inclusive work environment.
*Full-time is defined as regularly working 30+ hours per week. **Union programs may vary depending on the collective bargaining agreement.
All your information will be kept confidential according to EEO guidelines.
The US base salary range for this full-time position is $110,000 - $130,000 + 10% Annual Bonus + medical, dental, vision benefits starting day one + 401k and PTO. Our salary ranges are determined by role, level, and location. Individual pay is determined by work location and additional factors, including job-related skills, experience, and relevant education or training. Your recruiter can share more about the specific salary range for your preferred location during the hiring process. (Full-time is defined as regularly working 30+ hours per week.)