Directs Category Buyer

Directs Category Buyer (1771)

Title:Directs Category Buyer

Group Company: Mitsubishi Chemical America

Location:Remote

Group Company:

Mitsubishi Chemical America

Mitsubishi Chemical America (MCA) , one of 4 regional headquarters established by parent company Mitsubishi Chemical Corporation, includes 20 group companies in North and South America. The formation of this regional headquarters on April 1, 2017 has provided the organization and infrastructure needed for us to realize synergies, within regions and globally, among the vast network of Mitsubishi Chemical companies. MCA and the group companies represent decades of knowledge and experience across numerous industrial and technological industries, with over 4,000 employees in 4 different countries.The origin of Mitsubishi goes back to 1870, when the founder, Yataro Iwasaki, started a shipping firm with three aging steamships. Yataro’s brother, son and nephew expanded the business into various fields during their respective terms as president and set the foundation of the Mitsubishi companies. After WWII, the original Mitsubishi organization was disbanded to become independent companies as they are today.Job PurposeThe Category Buyer is responsible for a portion of Specialty Chemicals spend. The role entails strategically approaching the supply markets to ensure a fit-for-purpose purchasing portfolio for the regional organization, enabling the most reliable and cost-effective purchasing experience possible in North America (leveraging economies of scale, skill, and standardization). A Category Buyer is responsible to support the development and own the execution of regional category strategies in collaboration with the procurement leadership and functional stakeholders. A combination of procurement hard and soft skills is required, as well as industry and product understanding.Principal Accountabilities

Define and own strategies for dedicated subcategories, in alignment with the regional category team strategies and targets

Ensure transparency of all contracts, reviewing terms and validity frequently, and managing the contract portfolio of responsibility

Responsible to deliver qualitative and quantitative for the spend area of responsibility, in support of the achievement of regional category targets

Responsible for the effective sourcing and engagement of reliable vendors for the assigned area of spend

Responsible to analyze the spend profile on quality, cost, and delivery, and ensure high data integrity in all regional MCG procurement systems

Consult cross-functional teams as part of the category activities and is a partner to the business, while reporting to the Specialty Chemicals Regional Category Manager

Responsible for the collaboration with the wider global procurement organization, especially the effectiveness of interfaces with the procurement operations teams (Regional Hub)

Responsible for compliant purchasing within North America in the dedicated spend area

Support MCG’s critical activities in the areas of ESG, KAITEKI, and HSE

Support efforts within MCG procurement organization to optimize and digitize transactional activities

Report to the respective Senior Manager Direct Procurement

Region of responsibility: North America

Spend under management: $30-$50 USDmn

Suppliers managed: 50-75

Knowledge / Skills / Experience

Bachelors degree in a related field required (e.g., supply chain management, engineering, STEM, etc.)

Proficient in MS Office, spend analytics tools, e-sourcing platforms, project management and effective presentations

Business fluent in English

Good decision making, prone to strategic thinking

Good analytical and problem-solving skills

Building effective relationships with stakeholders from varied backgrounds

Ownership-oriented approach in the professional environment

Min 3 years’ experience in procurement in an international environment, preferably in chemicals, automotive or electronics

Performing contract negotiations (incl. terms and conditions), running competitive sourcing events

Experience in procurement for the Commodities spend area assigned is an advantage

Pay Transparency (complete highlighted sections)

The salary range for this position is $85,700 - $107,100. Factors such as scope and responsibilities of the position, candidate's work experience, education/training, job-related skills, internal peer equity, as well as market and business considerations may influence base pay offered. This salary will be subject to a geographic adjustment (according to a specific city and state), if an authorization is granted to work outside of the location listed in this posting.

Competitive Benefits

Benefits begin on DAY 1!

Employee Assistance Programs

Curated Self-Paced Learning & Development Programs for all Employees

Mitsubishi Chemical Group (MCGC) and any of our subsidiaries do not accept unsolicited resumes from individual recruiters or third-party agencies. No fee will be paid to third parties who submit unsolicited candidates directly to our hiring managers or HR team. No placement fees will be paid to any firm unless specifically invited on the search by the MCGC Talent Acquisition team and such candidate was submitted to the MCGC Talent Acquisition Team via our Applicant Tracking System.EEO StatementMitsubishi Chemical Corporation values diversity in the workplace, is committed to a policy of equal employment opportunity and will not discriminate against an applicant or employee on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, veteran status or any other legally recognized protected basis under applicable law.Applicants with disabilities may be entitled to a reasonable accommodation under the Americans with Disabilities Act and/or other applicable laws. If you require accommodation due to a disability at any time during the recruitment and/or assessment process, please contact Talent Acquisition.