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Senior Category Analyst

Requisition ID:  10699
Location: 

Chicago, IL, US, 60631 Dundee, MI, US, 48131

Pay Type:  Salary
Estimated Wage Range $80,000 - $100,000/ Yearly
Travel Requirement: 31-40%

ARE YOU READY TO BUILD PROGRESS WITH US?  
Driven by our purpose: Building progress for people and the planet. We are transforming to become the global leader in innovative and sustainable building solutions. Holcim is enabling greener cities, smarter infrastructure and improving living standards around the world. With sustainability at the core of its strategy Holcim is becoming a net zero company, with its people and communities at the heart of its success. The company is driving circular construction as a world leader in recycling to build more with less. Holcim is 70,000 people around the world who are passionate about building progress for people and the planet through four business segments: Cement, Ready-Mix Concrete, Aggregates and Solutions & Products.
Description: 

ABOUT THE ROLE
Support the operating company by maximizing benefits associated with the strategic sourcing of a portfolio of commodities with focus on a variety of Corporate related categories.  This is a developmental, strategic role that will be responsible for delivering optimal cost and efficiencies to improve profitability and leverage size, volumes and innovation with suppliers, through know

how, strong expertise and credibility in the category.

 

WHAT YOU'LL BE DOING

  • Demonstrates a commitment to communicating, improving and adhering to safety policies in all work environments and areas.
  • Provide leadership and direction in the design and implementation of relevant Category strategies in support of the Regional Procurement organization.
  • Develop Procurement category strategies as a member of the category management team that is integrated and aligned with overall global strategies, and with the Holcim business.
  • Define benefit targets and ensure targets and Key Performance Indicators are achieved on a set portfolio of spend categories.
  • Achieve targets for strategic sourcing activities; spend coverage, compliance rates and benefits generation, track implementation, compliance and benefits against targets of selected categories.
  • Identify potential cost savings, spend reduction, supplier consolidation and standardization opportunities in assigned Categories.
  • Lead cross functional teams through supplier selection and recommendation activities including: qualitative and quantitative analysis, selection criteria, RFI and RFP development and analysis.
  • Provide subject matter expertise while working with stakeholders and Legal in negotiation of vendor contracts.
  • Drive, develop and execute negotiation strategy with suppliers while managing supplier performance on a structured basis.
  • Act as lead negotiator to execute complex contracts with large cross functional teams that optimize benefits to the operating company (e.g. performance based contracts) while implementing contracts in business units.
  • Develop and maintain relationships with internal senior stakeholders (such as Directors, VP, and Executives), key suppliers and third party sourcing partners to enable accelerated achievement of business objectives.
  • Other duties as assigned.

 

WHAT WE ARE LOOKING FOR

  • Education: Bachelors degree and 5-7 years of equivalent experience
  • Additional Education Preferred: Masters degree
  • Field of Study Preferred: Purchasing, Business, Economics, or Enineering
  • Required Computer and Software Skills: Proficient/Advanced skills in MS Office; specifically Excel and PPT, Google Mail Drive.Basic SAP knowledge or equivalent 
  • Travel Requirements: up to 30%

 

Additional Requirements:

  • Strong domestic and international strategic sourcing expertise and problem solving/analytical skills.
  • Costs / results focused.
  • Ability to lead and drive cross-functional teams, build relationships and command respect. 
  • Collaborate with appropriate subject matter experts across multiple diverse disciplines to solve problems.
  • Excellent written and oral communication skills; ability to communicate effectively at all levels, and with allfunctions.
  • A good balance between empathy and assertiveness when dealing with customers and suppliers.
  • Strong analytical and execution skills with understanding of key cost drivers within the supply chains.
  • Excellent category knowledge (markets, usage, TCO etc.).
  • Strong negotiation capability; ability to develop and manage complex agreements. Familiarity with contract structures (domestic and international), basic legal terms, and legal drafting.
  • Sound knowledge of financial concepts (domestic and international), budget management and cost reduction initiatives.
  • Strong knowledge of IT hardware and software contracting.
  • Telecom contracting.
  • General experience with Treasury, Risk, and HR contracts.
  • Project management leadership skills and the ability to handle multiple projects at the same time.

 

WHAT WE OFFER

  • Competitive salary 
  • Retirement Savings: Choose from 401(k) pre-tax and/or Roth after-tax savings
  • Medical, Dental, Disability and Life Insurance 
  • Holistic Health & Well-being programs 
  • Health Savings Accounts (HSAs) & Flexible Spending Accounts (FSAs) for health and dependent care
  • Vision and other Voluntary benefits and discounts
  • Paid time off & paid holidays 
  • Paid Parental Leave (maternity & paternity)
  • Educational Assistance Program
  • Dress for your day
     

Accepting applications until 2/25/25

YOUR HOLCIM EXPERIENCE
At Holcim, there is endless opportunity for you to play your part. Whether you’re in a technical, managerial, or frontline role, you can shape a career that works for you. With us you’ll have the chance to embrace the passion we share for our planet. You’ll be encouraged to seek out diverse perspectives, share your ideas and build the skills and connections you need to perform at your best. Because it’s only when we work together in a culture where everyone thrives, that we can build the world we all want to live in.

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Driven by our purpose to build sustainable solutions for people and our planet, Holcim US encourages interested candidates who meet many, even if not all of the job requirements to apply for a position. We provide a safe working environment for all and strive for diversity in our teams and inclusivity in our work.

We take pride in our hiring processes and our commitment that all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to age, race, color, ethnicity, religion, creed, national origin, ancestry, gender, gender identity, gender expression, sex, sexual orientation, marital status, pregnancy, parental status, genetic information, citizenship, physical or mental disability, past, current, or prospective service in the uniformed services, or any other characteristic protected by applicable federal, state or local law. Our goal is to drive diversity in our teams and inclusivity in our work. Holcim (US) Inc., Holcim - ACM Management, Inc., and their affiliates and subsidiaries are an Equal Opportunity Employer, deciding all employment on the basis of qualification, merit and business need.

While we sincerely appreciate all applications, only candidates selected for an interview will be contacted.


Nearest Major Market: Chicago

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