Strategic Sourcing and Category Manager
On-site · Glen Rock, Pennsylvania, United States
Job Summary
Strategic Sourcing and Category Manager leads procurement strategy and supplier relationships for raw materials (chemicals, polymers, resins, specialty films) used in high-performance adhesive tape production. Focuses on negotiating favorable contracts, building long-term supply agreements, and mitigating supply risks while driving year-over-year cost reductions. Works cross-functionally with Innovation, Operations, Quality, and Finance to align category strategy with business goals, maintain supply continuity, and deliver cost savings. Requires deep market intelligence, expertise in chemical markets and feedstock dynamics, and strong analytical and negotiation skills to secure competitive pricing, risk-sharing mechanisms, and durable supplier partnerships.
Required Qualifications
- Bachelor’s degree in Engineering, Supply Chain, Chemistry, Business, or related field
- MBA or relevant industry experience
- 10+ years of progressive procurement experience, with experience in chemicals, polymers/resins, coatings, or related manufacturing
- Strong analytical capabilities including cost modeling, forecasting, and financial analysis
- Demonstrated success in cost savings and complex negotiations
- Deep understanding of chemical markets and feedstock dynamics preferred
- Experience working in formulation-driven environments preferred
- Excellent oral and written communication skills
- Strong interpersonal skills and ability to be a team player with cross-functional stakeholders
- Ability to multitask and adapt to quickly shifting priorities in a volatile market environment
- Direct experience in the adhesives, coatings, or specialty tape industry
- Proven track record of delivering significant cost savings through negotiation, value engineering, and alternative sourcing
- Computer and related software knowledge (cost modeling, pricing tools, ERP systems)
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