Regional Category Manager Logistics Sourcing

Job description

BASIC FUNCTION: The Regional Category Manager - Logistics manages the efforts executing Source-2-Contract activities, ensuring delivery according to SLAs, KPIs, work instructions and controls. The Regional Category Manager - Logistics acts as first expertise and escalation point for a dedicated regional category, coordinates workload, supports issue resolution and fosters continuous improvement. RESPONSIBILITIES: Regional Strategy and Implementation Adapt and localize global category strategies to meet regional needs, ensuring operational relevance. Define and implement the regional category strategy, aligning with global direction and regional priorities. Ensure adherence to global sourcing standards and the defined category strategy within the regional context. Coordinate category implementation with Heads of Logistics and Specialists for seamless regional adoption. Sourcing Excellence and Supplier Management Focus on regional sourcing excellence, supplier selection, and alignment with local business needs. Plan and execute regional sourcing events, ensuring competitive outcomes and alignment with regional business objectives. Monitor regional supplier performance, identifying risks, deviations, and opportunities for improvement. Oversee the accuracy of supplier master data, sourcing documentation, bid evaluations, and contract drafts. Operational Task Coordination and Issue Resolution Coordinate Source-2-Contract tasks, ensuring timely and accurate execution according to service levels. Resolve first-level escalations related to supplier responsiveness, bid inconsistencies, contract errors, or compliance issues. Act as the first point of escalation for operational issues and exceptions, ensuring timely resolution. Continuous Improvement and Process Standardization Drive continuous improvement and standardization of sourcing workflows within the team. Work closely with the process management team to ensure continuous improvement of underlying processes. Support the implementation of new or updated work instructions, tools, and systems along the process. Collect improvement ideas from the team and contribute to the operational improvement backlog. Team Leadership and Development (in case of team existence) Monitor team performance and support training on sourcing systems and procurement procedures. Lead and develop the team within the Source-2-Contract operational line. Monitor team workload and support capacity planning; identify skill gaps and training needs; support onboarding and knowledge transfer. Actively contribute to and foster Omya's culture and values among team members. Stakeholder Engagement and Communication Align and coordinate regional category implementation with Heads of Logistics, Head of Procurement and Procurement Specialists to ensure consistent execution on cluster level. Engage with other Team Leads within Source-2-Contract and adjacent processes to ensure coordinated service delivery. QUALIFICATIONS: Bachelor's Degree in Business Administration, Procurement, Supply Chain, Engineering, Operations or Economics or related fields. Relevant vocational education with significant experience may be considered. 4–6 years of experience in logistics sourcing management, with a strong understanding of over the road, warehousing and rail logistics sourcing and 4–6 years of experience in a process or function‑related operational role. Skills in spend category strategy definition, execution and communication from regional to cluster level. Ability to handle confidential commercial and supplier data securely. Strong attention to detail for procurement documents, legal wording, and financial terms. S2C data administration including supplier data, RFP documentation, negotiation records, and contract files. Case and ticket management for sourcing queries, supplier issues, and contract clarification needs. Comfortable coordinating with Logistics, Procurement, Legal, Finance, and business requesters. Solid understanding of sourcing methodologies, systems and procurement workflows. Knowledge of internal procurement controls and compliance requirements. High accuracy in reviewing bid comparisons, supplier documentation, and contract drafts. Must possess current US employment authorization; sponsorship not available for this position. EOE