Diamond Vogel has an immediate full-time opening for an entry level role in category management with a goal to develop skills necessary to move into a Category Manager I role. This role will support the Procurement team’s goals to drive sustainable and considerable year-over-year cost savings solutions of a minimum of 2.5% of spend, as well as develop and implement innovative sourcing methods. This candidate will also be responsible for managing the Procurement Team’s data.
Responsibilities
· Document Administrator for the Procurement Team
· Responsible for Procurement Journey to Excellence documentation
· Assists in the development of Work Instructions for ERP system
· Develop and maintain supplier performance metrics to score and rank our suppliers
· Analyze category spend and suggest optimization opportunities.
· Learns how to identify and track global raw material trends
· Support category managers in running Request for Quotes (RFQs) and manage subsequent contracts
· Manages personal, team and corporate KPIs to meet company profitability targets
· Assist in Raw Material Commercialization
Qualifications & Education
· Posses analytical, problem-solving skills with the ability to collaborate cross-functionally
· Shows excellent organizational skills to set priorities and goals that meet regular deadlines
· A bachelor's degree in business, supply chain, finance or equivalent experience in purchasing, project management, or a relevant supply chain role.
· Advanced Microsoft business software (Excel, Word, Outlook, PowerPoint, PowerBI) knowledge required
We offer competitive wages and a complete benefit package, including health care, dental, and vision; 401k; life & disability insurance; HSA (health savings account); PTO (paid time off); and more.
To apply for this position, please complete and submit our online application near the top of this page.