Burrow Global seeks to hire an experienced Procurement Category Manager to lead the development and execution of strategic initiatives and category management involving expenditures related to capital projects in a petrochemical environment. This is a 6 month Hybrid work assignment.

The ideal candidate will possess a strong understanding of economic principles, accounting/finance, and product life cycles within petrochemical plants. This role involves comprehensive spend analysis, vendor management, contract negotiations, and the development of key performance indicators (KPIs).

Key Responsibilities:

Strategy Development:

- Formulate and implement strategic directions for capital expenditures in the indirect categories.

- Conduct thorough economic analyses of procurement processes to improve decision-making.

- Utilize knowledge of accounting and finance to ensure proper capitalization.

Spend Analysis:

- Perform full analysis of annual expenditure, identifying trends and opportunities for cost savings.

- Categorize spending effectively to optimize procurement strategies.

Vendor Management:

- Collaborate with Engineering to develop and maintain an Approved Vendor List (AVL), including onboarding and off-boarding processes.

Conduct supplier relationship management meetings to foster strong partnerships.

Contract Negotiation:

- Lead the development and negotiation of contracts and frameworks, engaging Legal teams as necessary to finalize commercial terms.

Performance Measurement:

- Develop and monitor KPIs to measure supplier performance and procurement effectiveness.

- Provide support to Project Managers by mapping KPIs and ensuring alignment with project goals.

Team Management:

- Oversee and manage direct reports, providing guidance and support for their professional development.

Qualifications:

Bachelor's degree in business, Finance, Supply Chain Management, or a related field; MBA preferred.

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- Proven experience in category management and procurement, particularly in capital expenditures within the petrochemical industry.

- Strong analytical skills with the ability to conduct detailed spend analysis and develop actionable insights.

- Excellent negotiation skills and experience navigating complex contractual agreements.

- Knowledge of supplier relationship management best practices.

- Strong leadership abilities with experience managing teams.

Skills:

- Proficiency in data analysis and spend categorization tools.

- Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.

- Strategic thinking and problem-solving capabilities.

- Familiarity with procurement software and systems.