Category Manager Logistics Ne

Category Manager Logistics
Ne
Liguria, Ne

Hydro Extrusions is a world-leading aluminium extrusion business counting around 100 production sites in 40 countries and employing 20, 000 people.

Through our unique combination of local expertise, global network, and unmatched R&D capabilities, we can offer everything from standard profiles, to advanced development and manufacturing for most industries. About The Job And Your TeamThe Category Manager – Logistics is responsible for managing the procurement activities with logistics service providers and transport of goods, and a key member of the central Hydro Extrusions Procurement team.

The individual holding this position will report directly to the Category Director – Packaging & Logistics and will work closely with internal stakeholders (e. g.

operations, supply chain, finance, sales, etc. )

and the different Business Unit and Plant Procurement teams. This is a regional role for the Logistics category in Hydro Extrusions, working with ~40 locations throughout Europe across all Business Units (Extrusion Europe, Precision Tubing and Hydro Building Systems). You will work onCategory strategy development and implementationDevelop logistics category strategy, supporting the Hydro Extrusions business strategy, based on analysis of internal business requirements and external category trends to deliver improved value for money, mitigate risk and enhance quality and serviceCollaborate closely with stakeholders in procurement, operations, supply chain, finance to understand the strategic direction and business priorities to develop implementation plans and build category roadmapMaintain communication and perform regular strategic alignment with all stakeholdersTrack compliance with set category strategies and take corrective actions where neededManage supplier relationshipsLead Request for Quotations, conduct fact-based negotiations with suppliers (building on supplier and industry analysis, benchmarks, cost structure analysis), review and select suppliers with whom Hydro Extrusions can build long term customer/supplier relationshipsNegotiate, draft and finalize multi-year contractual agreements establishing strong commercial, safety, sustainability, ethical and legal contract termsManage strategic supplier relationships and dispute resolution through supplier scorecards and business reviewsMeasure contract compliance and other key metrics to ensure targets (quality, service, schedules, HSE) are met and value is delivered to the businessIdentify opportunities to reduce TCOAct as a leader in managing the total cost of ownership (TCO) within the category, coordinating actors in procurement as well as functional stakeholders, to seek alternate and innovative ideas and promote standardization of operations to create competitive advantageBenchmark costs and best practices across plants in Europe and other global Business Units to ensure we maximize value creation across Hydro ExtrusionsMeasure and track performance of the spend category under your managementIn addition to the above responsibilities, the Category Manager – Logistics will support initiatives to build capabilities within the Hydro Extrusions procurement community through mentorship, idea-generation, leadership, collaboration, and training. Your Qualifications And SkillsWork ExperienceMinimum of 7 years of experience, although prefer 10+ years, working in Procurement, Strategic Sourcing, Category Management, Supply Chain, Logistics Operations, or related fieldExperience with Logistics category, preferably across multiple modes of transportation (trucks, rail, and ocean freight)Experience leading and participating within project teams to achieve defined outcomesExperience developing a strategic approach to spend categories or supply baseEducationBachelor's degree required.

Preferred focus in Supply Chain, Finance, Engineering or related field. Functional/Technical KnowledgeHighly proficient in Microsoft Office and PowerpointExperience with Should-Cost Modeling, Total Cost of Ownership, and ROI analysisExcellent analytical skills, ability to create and manage complex spreadsheetsExperience with business operating systems, i. e.

: Oracle, SAP, preferredOther skills:Experience working within a result-oriented project management environmentCollaborative across diverse teams and environmentsStrong strategic and analytical capabilitiesIndependent decision makingDemonstrable leadership skills and business mindsetMust have excellent verbal and written communication skillsStrong stakeholder management and an ability to influence othersAdaptable to changeKnowledge of basic accounting principles and processesBusiness trips can be expected according to project requirements up to 30% per year. The candidate selected for this role will have to work on a hybrid mode, home office combined with some days/week in the closest Hydro Extrusions production plant.

The vacancy can be filled in any European location of our organization. Hydro values diverse skills and perspectives among employees.

We encourage all qualified candidates to apply.

Qualified applicants will be considered regardless of race, religion, nationality, ethnicity, age, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, protected veteran status, or disability.

We strive to provide equal opportunities for all to contribute and succeed with us. Diversity improves our ability to act in accordance with The Hydro Way. Therefore all applications will be considered with equal suitability. Please apply online in ONE with your CV and optionally a cover letter until 25/03/2025.

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