Regional Category Manager For Industrial Equipment & Services Capex H/F Avezzano

Regional Category Manager For Industrial Equipment & Services Capex H/F
Avezzano
Abruzzo, Avezzano

The CompanyImerys is the world's leading supplier of mineral-based specialty solutions for the industry with 3. 8 billion in revenue and 13, 700 employees in 54 countries in 2023.

The Group offers high value-added and functional solutions to a wide range of industries and fast-growing markets such as solutions for the energy transition and sustainable construction, as well as natural solutions for consumer goods.

Imerys draws on its understanding of applications, technological knowledge, and expertise in material science to deliver solutions which contribute essential properties to customers' products and their performance.

As part of its commitment to responsible development, Imerys promotes environmentally friendly products and processes in addition to supporting its customers in their decarbonization efforts. The PositionRegional Category Manager for Industrial Equipment & Services Capex H/FJob SummaryThe Regional Category Managers is in charge of all Capex expenses in connection with the industrial projects he/she is affected to in his/her regionThe Regional Category Managers has a key role in enforcing the Capex purchasing playbook during the preparation and execution of the industrial projects.

KEY TASKS AND RESPONSIBILITIES :Ensure that all his/her major Industrial Projects above 250k are prepared and executed following the Purchasing playbook during the preparation and execution of the industrial projectsBe the single point of contact for the purchasing activities on his/her industrial projectsIn coordination with Project Managers, define the Purchasing strategies on projectsPrepare the purchasing plan in collaboration with Project Managers and PPMs, fills it and update it in the Capex Purchasing toolOrganize routines with Project Managers and PPMs and/or EPCM contractors to review the purchasing activitiesPerform the sourcing of suppliers, challenge the technical team to qualify new suppliers. Be proactive in avoiding mono-sources situationsPrepare and negotiate major Capex contracts on his/ her projects (above 250k)Ensure consistency of the terms and conditions across the group for a same supplierSupport Project Managers in case escalation towards suppliers is requiredFill his/her savings in the Capex Purchasing tool (O2T). Develop key regional supplier relationship management and establish performance review with the strategic suppliers Drive improvement of specifications developed by project managers to reach a standard level within Imerys Group in terms of safety and expressing of needEnsure the Implementation of the Capex Purchasing Process on his/her projectsEnsure the achievement of the Sustainability KPIsSupport the proper implementation of the transversal excellence programs for his/her teamSupport the Purchasing Plant Managers on their negotiations or in case of claims with suppliersSupport/ Coach PPMs on their Capex projects to help them get familiar with Capex purchasing processJOB SPECIFICATIONS:Master's degree required in Engineering, Technical or Business with a purchasing specializationMinimum of 5 years Capex purchasing experienceExperience in a multicultural environmentAbility to manage several projects in parallel. Experience in a continuous improvement environment with a track record of achieving significant year over year resultsResult orientedFluent in English and in another language (French, German, Spanish, Dutch, Italian, Portuguese or Chinese)Strong written and verbal communication skillsStrong analytic and negotiation skillsPosition TypeFull timeandPermanentOnly technical issues will be monitored through the below inbox:recruiting. support@ imerys.comPLEASE DO NOT SUBMIT RESUMES OR APPLICATIONS TO THIS EMAIL, AS THEY WILL NOT BE REVIEWED.

To ensure fairness and legal compliance in our recruitment processes, only applications received through the online application process will be considered.

IMERYS is an Affirmative Action and Equal Opportunity Employer and it is our policy to not discriminate against any employee or applicant for employment because of race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, marital status, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information, disability, veteran status, or any other status protected by federal, state or local laws.

SummaryLocation: Vaulx-Milieu, France; Grimma, Germany; Brandis, Germany; Cosseria, Italy; Gamalero, Italy; Dunkerque, France; Paris, France; Heathfield, United Kingdom; Dorset, United Kingdom; Avezzano, Italy; Fiorano Modenese, Italy; Dortmund, Germany; Friedberg, GermanyType: Full time