Associate Category Leader

hace 4 semanas

Saltillo, México Kohler A tiempo completo

Work Mode: Hybrid_

**Location: Remote, Mexico**

**Opportunity**

Responsible for financial and operational performance within the HR, Professional Services and Marketing category, specifically the ~$50M of related spend. Responsible for category performance globally, at a corporate level, for all business units. Accountable for key supplier selection decisions within category. Prepares and evaluates supplier quotations and services to determine most competitive solution based upon a total cost of ownership. Responsible for financial and contractual negotiations within category. Relies on extensive industry knowledge, experience, and judgment to plan and accomplish goals. Responsible for setting performance objectives and strategy within category. Conducts multi-functional supplier performance management reviews.

**Specific Responsibilities**
- Manage the design and implementation of Category Strategy
- Lead strategy development through team formation, research, evaluation, and execution
- Deliver on risk reduction and increases to service levels
- Understand and incorporate industry direction and best practice
- Manage key existing vendor relationships and performance
- Evaluate and support the additions of new agencies and partners as needed
- Guide and mentor peers on strategy and industry best practice
- Identify, plan, and execute projects and initiatives focused on achieving TCO reduction goals
- Proactively identify future areas of opportunity to address cost, building a pipeline of value to be executed through a variety of professional sourcing approaches
- Work closely with and drive supplier VAVE / ideation for cost and value potential
- Drive cross-functional engagement
- Manage and mitigate against unforeseen cost increases or unfavorable impacts using various negotiation tactics to minimize unfavorable impacts
- Support strategic project execution
- Strategize and manage the approach to agreement renewals
- Cross-functional RFx development, roll-out, and evaluation; including supplier selection, proposal analysis, and negotiation
- Raise demand management considerations to ensure effective and efficient spending
- Identify contractual needs and establish agreements that accommodate
- Support (and contribute to) internal stakeholder timelines and budgets

**Skills/Requirements**
- Minimum 5 years of professional experience and 3 years of HR, Professional Services and Marketing purchasing experience
- Significant experience leading negotiations and contract management with agencies of all sizes
- Experience utilizing supplier management and contract management systems

**_ Applicants must be authorized to work in the US without requiring sponsorship now or in the future._**

**Why Work at Kohler Co.?**

Kohler Co.'s mission is to contribute to a higher level of gracious living for those who are touched by our products and services. We understand that it takes investment in our associates’ development to make that happen. So, we offer ongoing investment in each individual’s personal development and the opportunity to collaborate with others across functions and roles at Kohler.

In addition to the investment in your development, Kohler offers a benefits package including a competitive salary, health, vision, dental, 401(k) with company matching, and more

On November 6, Kohler Co. announced the strategic decision to establish Kohler Energy as a separate, independent business with Platinum Equity as the majority investment partner. Kohler will continue to stay invested in the Energy business following the closing and remains committed to supporting the acceleration of long-term growth strategies for both organizations. Talent and operational transition plans are underway, and Kohler Co. and Platinum Equity expect the agreement to close in the first half of 2024.Thank you for your interest in joining our growing team as we embark on the next phase of growth
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