Sr. Category Manager – Commodities
Core
Develop and implement a 12–36 month global strategic sourcing strategy for key raw materials (resins, chemicals, natural and synthetic latex) with an annual spend of approximately $100M to drive cost efficiencies and supply chain resilience.
Role type
Senior Category Manager (Strategic Sourcing)
Builds
Long-term market positioning, index-linked contracting frameworks, and diversified global supply bases for petrochemical and polymer raw materials.
Domain
Healthcare manufacturing supply chain / Petrochemicals / Polymers
Deliverable
production ML models | product features | dashboards & analysis | research | client delivery | infrastructure | physical/clinical work
Required skills
Strategic sourcing, contract negotiation, market analysis, cost modeling, supply chain risk management, cross-functional leadership, data analytics, ERP proficiency
Preferred skills
Multilingual capabilities (Mandarin, Thai), advanced strategic sourcing methodologies, bio-based material adoption knowledge
Technologies
SAP, Oracle, Coupa, Ariba, Rosslyn
Responsibilities
Develop global category strategy for resins and NBR latex, manage global supply base diversification, design index-linked pricing frameworks, drive cost savings through volume incentives and hedging, track macro trends and align inventory programs, coordinate with R&D/Operations/Finance/Legal, lead regional procurement resources, build total cost models, communicate market dynamics to senior leadership, enforce supplier KPIs
Seniority
Senior, hands-on IC with team leadership
