Category Manager

Valmet Oyj

Houston, TX, United States
On-site
Strategic procurement requirements alignment
Supplier negotiations and contract management
Cross-functional coordination
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 alignment
  • Supplier negotiations and contract management
  • Cross-functional coordination
  • Total Cost of Ownership principles
  • Data analysis and KPI tracking
  • ERP system proficiency

Nice-to-have

  • AI and predictive analytics application
  • Digital transformation support
  • Global trade and geopolitical risk awareness

Key Requirements

  • 10-15 years of experience in procurement, supply chain, logistics, or related fields
  • Master’s degree in supply chain, Logistics, Engineering, or related discipline
  • Experience in strategic sourcing, category planning, and Supplier Relationship Management
  • Skilled in leading cross‑functional projects
  • Ability to travel domestically and international as needed

Work Rights

Not specified

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