As a Procurement Category Specialist, for the EMEA region, you will have the opportunity to tap into your curiosity and collaborate with some of the most innovative and diverse people around the world. Here, you will make an impact by:
- Providing Category Ownership across 3M Businesses & Divisions, serving as a Procurement Category Specialist for Converting & Pack Out Services across 3rd Party Manufacturing & Hard Goods.
- Responsible for driving supplier consolidation, while helping 3M and the Procurement organization meet its cost savings and working capital goals.
- Minimizing the total product and process cost by initiating cost reduction efforts and facilitating implementation of innovative Procurement best practices.
- Leading supplier selection and owning external supplier relationships as the key point of contact for 3M, leading negotiations, being part of effective NPI launches, and managing complex supplier relationships.
- Identifying, leading & implementing solutions for complex and multi-faceted situations regarding dual-sourcing, negotiation, category strategy, supplier management, and external sources of supply.
- Determining & leading opportunities for process improvements that improve service, speed or cost, through analysis of Procurement information & metrics, including navigating complex situations and managing multiple internal & external stakeholders.
- Developing strong partnerships with suppliers and internal 3M stakeholders, including Manufacturing, R&D, Marketing, Finance and Supply Chain Operations.
- Implementing and negotiating Agreements to cover complex supply relationships, which may include VMI (vendor managed inventory), consigned materials, formula-based pricing, etc.
- Proven experience in strategic sourcing, supplier negotiation, and contract management, particularly within the logistics and transportation sector.
- Fluency in English both written and verbal is essential.
- Strong analytical and problem-solving skills to assess market trends and identify cost‑saving opportunities, coupled with financial acumen for effective budget management and negotiation.
- Excellent interpersonal and communication skills for building and maintaining strong relationships with suppliers and stakeholders, with expertise in risk management to ensure supply continuity.
- Ability to work effectively in a multicultural environment, with a focus on sustainable logistics practices and integrating environmental and social responsibility into sourcing strategies.
Additional knowledge / nice‑to‑have skills / preferred qualifications that could help you succeed even further in this role include:
- Bachelor\'s Degree in the following fields will be a plus: Supply Chain Management, Direct materials, Business Administration
- Proven ability to lead and manage complex projects, ensuring timely delivery and alignment with business objectives.
- Track record of driving innovation and implementing continuous improvement initiatives within the logistics function.
- Deep understanding of the logistics and transportation industry, particularly ground transportation services, with familiarity with the EMEA region\'s market dynamics.
