Category Manager

Valmet

Houston, TX, United States
On-site
Strategic procurement requirements
Supplier negotiations (pricing, terms, engineering, quality)
Make vs buy decisions
This role centers on aligning strategic procurement requirements with the financial goals of Valmet Inc’s, Global Gas Chromatography business

Job Summary

  • This role centers on aligning strategic procurement requirements with the financial goals of Valmet Inc’s, Global Gas Chromatography business.
  • The Category Manager leads category strategy planning & execution, supplier negotiations, and cross-functional coordination to support both ongoing sourcing activities and New Product Introduction (NPI) initiatives.
  • We offer a challenging work environment that values innovation and suits development-minded people who enjoy working in a fast-paced and dynamic setting.

Matching Summary

This role centers on aligning strategic procurement requirements with the financial goals of Valmet Inc’s, Global Gas Chromatography business.

Skills & Requirements

Must-have

  • Strategic procurement requirements
  • Supplier negotiations (pricing, terms, engineering, quality)
  • Make vs Buy decisions
  • RFP/RFQ preparation and management
  • Supplier performance management
  • Cross-functional project representation

Nice-to-have

  • AI and predictive analytics for sourcing
  • Change management for digital transformation
  • Global trade and geopolitical risk considerations

Key Requirements

  • Strong negotiation skills
  • Proven ability to draft, negotiate, and manage supplier agreements
  • Highly analytical using data, dashboards, and KPIs
  • Advanced proficiency in Microsoft Office (Excel)
  • Strong literacy in ERP systems (e.g., Infor LN)
  • Ability to travel domestically and international

Work Rights

Not specified

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