Corporate Indirect Category Specialist

Primary Duties & Responsibilities

• Category Management experience in the categories defined above.  Work with Global Category Managers to develop and deploy sourcing strategies to drive the best value globally.  Align and execute with all stakeholders and business leaders involved
• Experienced in Strategic Sourcing processes which include internal & external analysis, sourcing strategies and execution, contract execution, contract management and supplier management
• Ability to maintain current market information for categories of responsibility to ensure that Coherent’s prices remain competitive within the confines of existing and new contracts
• Analyze spend portfolio and determine overall procurement approach for assigned areas based on magnitude of dollars, strategic importance and opportunity for value delivery
• Experienced in supplier development, supplier relationship management, and supplier negotiations
• Identify capable suppliers to provide indirect goods and services to factories while optimizing the supply base
• Demonstrated ability to promote communication across the company to identify and drive toward standardization of common policies and best practices to achieve efficiencies and cost reduction
• Work with Global Category Managers to develop implementation plans for key categories to be rolled out within Coherent Corp. segments (divisions, plant locations). Drive and monitor contract compliance
• Develop, monitor, and report performance metrics to key stakeholders
• Interact with project/stakeholders on a multi-country/location/division basis to ensure needs and supply strategies are being executed as desired
• Encourage and Implement supplier continuous improvement and cost savings
• Lead cross functional teams to achieve corporate objectives
• Work with suppliers to institute VMI and Consignment programs as appropriate
• Willingness to travel and join international conference calls potentially at night to accommodate international divisions and suppliers

Education & Experience

• Minimum bachelor’s degree in supply chain management or engineering, preferred Master’s degree 
• Possesses certifications such as C.P.M. or CPSM (preferred)
• Min 5 years of Category Management- Indirect categories
• Excellent negotiating and communication skills
• Familiar with Strategic Sourcing processes
• Experience in building and executing category strategies and quantitative analysis skills
• Ability to network and sustain good working relationships
• Ability to influence and drive results 

Skills

• Maintains ethical and professional standards
• Demonstrates leadership skills in international and multicultural contexts
• Communicates effectively in English, both written and verbal
• Communicates with internal customers, peers, and external suppliers at all levels
• Applies data analysis and project management skills
• Proficient with Microsoft Office Suite products
• Has experience in supplier development, quality systems, processes, and supplier management
• Has conducted supplier audits and qualifications
• Works independently with strong time management skills
• Manages multiple tasks and adapts to changing priorities in a fast-paced environment

Working Conditions

• This role is hybrid position
• Travel up to 30% domestically and internationally
• Open to travel and participate in international conference calls outside regular hours to coordinate with global teams and suppliers

Culture Commitment

• Ensure adherence to company’s values (ICARE) in all aspects of your position at Coherent Corp.:
• Integrity – Create an Environment of Trust
• Collaboration – Innovate Through the Sharing of Ideas
• Accountability – Own the Process and the Outcome
• Respect – Recognize the Value in Everyone
• Enthusiasm – Find a Sense of Purpose in Work

  Coherent Corp. is an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, race, color, religion, national origin, disability, protected Veteran status, age, or any other characteristic protected by law.
  Coherent is a global leader in lasers, engineered materials and networking components. We are a vertically integrated manufacturing company that develops innovative products for diversified applications in the industrial, optical communications, military, life sciences, semiconductor equipment, and consumer markets. Coherent provides a comprehensive career development platform within an environment that challenges employees to perform at their best, while rewarding excellence and hard-work through a competitive compensation program. It's an exciting opportunity to work for a company that offers stability, longevity and growth. Come Join Us!

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