Global Category Manager, Alkyd&Polyster Resin and Plasticizers

Join Hempel’s global category management team as a Global Category Manager, Solvent.

Why Hempel?

At Hempel, we value collaboration, ambition, and team spirit. As a Global Category Manager, Solvent, you will be a key player in our global procurement team, driving critical strategies that craft our future.

You will be part of the Group Procurement, consisting of 55 colleagues around the world. In Hempel, we offer a variety of global career possibilities and many cross functional and cross-cultural working relationships.

Responsibilities

In this strategic role, you will drive strategy and execution across regions, managing supplier relationships and tracking market developments. You will be responsible for developing and implementing global sourcing strategies, managing the category of solvents & diluents, and delivering on cost optimization, working capital improvement, and sustainability targets. Additionally, you will support Hempel’s Operations strategy, including the Sales & Operations Planning process, and drive continuous cost optimization activities through market tracking, supplier selection, and negotiations. Collaborating with Hempel R&D and other stakeholders, you will strive to deliver improved cost based on TCO and improve the competence of our supply base.

How is success measured in this role:

Success in this role will be measured by your ability to influence both suppliers and internal stakeholders, achieve annual targets for cost saving, net working capital, and sustainability, and support group procurement goals. You will work closely with various areas of Group Technology and Operations, including Procurement, R&D, Quality, Production, Environment Health & Safety, and Sustainability.

Collaboration with key Business Segments such as Marine, Energy & Infrastructure, and Deco, as well as global suppliers, will be crucial. Your role will involve understanding Hempel’s business requirements for the supplier base and categories, leading Hempel’s approach to your categories, and managing stakeholder relationships effectively. The ability to travel as needed, expectedly 20-30 days per year, is also meaningful.

What does it take to become our new team member:

• Minimum 5 years of category management experience with global exposure
• Skilled negotiator with experience in the chemical or coating industry; sourcing of chemical commodities preferred
• Strong analytical skills and financial analysis capabilities
• Self-starter and strategic thinking with hands on execution
• Excellent interpersonal skills, both oral and written
• Fluent in English

Apply Today!

Are you ready to take the next step in your career? Apply now and join our team! Last call for applications is: 27/10/2024.

This role is remote role, you can be located near any of the mentioned locations: Gdansk,Poland, Polinya, Spain, Pinneberg, Germany, Belgium or Netherlands.

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At Hempel, you’re welcomed to a global community of +7000 colleagues around the world. A workplace built on shared trust, mutual respect and support for each other. 

We’re on a mission to double our impact. To succeed, we need bright minds and team players. Which is why, from day one, your input, ideas and initiative are not only welcomed, but expected. In return, you will enjoy great opportunities for development in a growing global company – and be part of the solution by contributing to our global impact. 

At Hempel, we are committed to everyone feeling safe, valued and treated equally, in an environment where each employee can bring their authentic selves to work.  We believe that inclusion is key to innovation and by bringing together the most diverse perspectives and talents,  we can achieve great things, together.