Category Manager - ODM

Trivium Packaging is a global sustainability leader in metal packaging with more than 60 locations worldwide, nearly 8,000 employees, and an annual revenue of approximately €3.0 billion. Trivium serves a diverse range of customers in a variety of end markets such as food, seafood, pet food, nutrition, beauty and personal care, household care, and premium beverages.

Trivium wants to shape the industry and has embarked on an ambitious transformation journey. In the near term, focus is on building & upskilling the team, deciding where to play & how to win, and increasing financial performance by executing the Trivium Business System (commercial, operational, and supply chain excellence). Sustainability is embedded in our materials and in our actions. Trivium has ambitious sustainability targets and focuses exclusively on products that are infinitely recyclable. Our company sustainability journey has been awarded with a Platinum medal by EcoVadis, the world’s leading rating agent who allocated this award only to the top 1% of the >75000 companies reviewed. Sustainability is embedded in each and every function at Trivium, it‘s in our DNA. The global head office is at Amsterdam Airport; however, many people work in virtual teams from different countries. Our culture is results-driven, entrepreneurial, informal, and highly multicultural. Our people have a high degree of responsibility. 

Who We Are: 
Trivium Packaging is a global leader in metal packaging with 60 locations worldwide, nearly 8,000 employees, and an annual revenue of approximately $2.8 billion. Trivium serves a diverse range of customers in a variety of end markets such as food, seafood, pet food, nutrition, beauty and personal care, household care, and premium beverages. 
Trivium wants to shape the industry and has embarked on an ambitious transformation journey. In the near term, focus is on building & upskilling the team, deciding where to play & how to win, and increasing financial performance by executing the Trivium Business System (commercial, operational, and supply chain excellence). In addition, Trivium has ambitious sustainability targets and focuses exclusively on products that are infinitely recyclable. 
We realize that there are no easy answers. Real sustainability is a complex challenge after all, but we know science-based innovation and circular-economy thinking will drive progress. We also know we are not alone in this. That’s why we partner with our customers, scientists and sustainability thought leaders to innovate faster, better, and more holistically. 

Job Summary:                                                                                                                                                                                                                                          The Category Manager – Indirect is responsible for managing ~$50M+ annual spend in an assigned category which can include spare parts, equipment/facility maintenance, CAPEX, professional services, secondary packaging, and other related categories needs across the Americas aluminum aerosol and metal can businesses.  This position will partner with P/L owners, functional leads, and cross-departmental teams to analyze spend, support business needs and identify procurement related value creation opportunities.  This position is expected to become an expert in the field, understanding the market dynamics, sources of supply and negotiation leverage points.  Additionally, this position will develop and execute sourcing strategies, conduct sourcing events, and manage the overall contracting process.  Lastly, the position will manage supplier performance (including the development of KPI’s), overall relationship and facilitate issue/claim resolution.

Job Duties:
•    Develop category strategies and profiles incorporating market information, benchmarking intel and supplier dynamics
•    Work with business and functional stakeholders to understand business needs/constraints, develop specifications and identify procurement related value creation opportunities
•    Coordinate with procurement, finance, and other members to develop spend analytics
•    Use category profiles and leverage points to develop sourcing strategy 
•    Conduct sourcing events including contract re-negotiations, RFP’s, reverse auctions to unlock value for the business
•    Manage contracting process including negotiation of Master Agreements (MSA), Supplier Agreements, Scopes of Work (SOW), Change Orders (CO), Key Performance Indicators (KPI), and Service Level Agreements (SLA) that meet business needs
•    Monitor overall supplier performance including quality, cost, contract terms, delivery, and technology to enhance the total value procured from supply base and delivered to the business
•    Build strong relationship with suppliers to implement improved operational and commercial supply outcomes for the business and customers
•    Facilitate resolution of service, quality, and other supplier related issue/claims 
•    All other duties as assigned.

Qualifications and Experience Requirements:
•    Bachelor’s degree in related field, Master’s degree preferred
•    Minimum of 5-10 years of relevant work experience in procurement in a direct materials category leadership role
•    Relevant experience in a company with a mature procurement function
•    Expert knowledge in end-to-end Strategic sourcing and contract negotiations
•    Experience in market and benchmark analysis at a broad level
•    Experience in manufacturing or packaging companies
•    Mastery in forecasting, benchmarking, developing & implementing sourcing strategies, performing RFx events, conducting negotiations and contracting
•    Proven track record of achieving annual cost reduction savings and working productively in a fast-paced environment
•    Ability to analyze facts in a well-structured analysis to make informed decisions to generate business value
•    Owner mindset, self-starter with the ability to work independently and in a cross-functional team environment 
•    Excellent verbal & written communication skills with ability to present with confidence to all audiences
•    Ability to prioritize and manage multiple cross departmental projects at the same time and understanding key milestones to achieving project goals
•    Understanding of data systems, policies and procedures that impact procurement function
•    Proficient in Microsoft Office, Outlook, PowerPoint, and Excel

Trivium Packaging is an Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO)/Affirmative Action Employer and does not discriminate on the basis of age, race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, national origin, protected veteran status, disability or any other legally protected status.

BRINGING YOUR TRUE SELF TO WORK

To reach our goals, we know we need colleagues at all levels who are truly diverse in every way. That’s why we are an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, religion, color, age, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability status or protected veteran status. Our customers come from a wide range of backgrounds, and so do our people and It’s business critical for us to ensure all our people have what they need to perform at their best and can be their true selves at work.