Category Manager

CATEGORY MANAGER

At Comar, we’re passionate about progress and finding opportunity in new ideas. In fact, we live by the motto: “Progress Never Stops.” Comar exists to deliver creative solutions that help enhance and extend lives. From our very founding more than 70 years ago to where we are today with a growing footprint across the globe, Comar has focused on developing solutions that make life better. Whether it’s a medical device, a drug delivery system, or a packaging solution, our products play a vital role in directly impacting consumers lives across the globe. Through a distinct blend of fresh thinking, engineering edge, and customer focus–we bring transformative packaging and medical solutions from concept to reality, where they can positively impact the world around us.

Our Corporate Procurement team has an immediate hybrid opening at our Voorhees, NJ headquarters for a Category Manager who is ready to take their career to the next level. As a Category Manager at Comar you will be a critical member of the team responsible for the procurement of goods and services for all Comar production sites. Are you a Procurement professional looking to make a difference with a company that values teamwork, innovation, and professional growth? One of our Core Values is “Work Together, Win Together.” Come work and win with us today!

What you will do:

• Develop, evaluate and negotiate proposals with new and existing suppliers to obtain the maximum benefit for the company (lead-time, cost and quality) working alongside Operations, Engineering and Product Development representatives.
• Procure direct and indirect materials including but not limited to, Specialty Resin, Colorant, Liner, Maintenance, Repair, Operations (MRO), and Energy.
• From the early stages of each project, develops a negotiation platform that allows quick and accurate estimates early in the development stage all the way through P.O. placement
• Develop, implement and drive Capital Expenditure and all other Procurement related categories and strategies to optimize lowest Total Acquisition Cost (TAC).
• Negotiate with and manage suppliers to meet objectives related to cost, performance guarantees, schedule adherence and quality.
• Adopt appropriate supplier management and rating methodologies. Ensure suppliers adhere to corporate objectives as they relate to operations, cost, security, EHS and compliance to local, state and federal regulatory requirements.
• Function as the liaison between Engineering & Product Development, Comar Operations, and other Departments, acting as a single point of contact for Corporate Procurement and providing the best Customer Experience.
• Implement initiatives through effective Project Management. Co-Manage projects and timelines with Comar Engineering and Product Development teams.
• Select and perform internal and external cost and market comparisons (e.g. cost-benefit analysis and capabilities assessment)
• Conduct business needs assessment, market research, strategy, request for proposals (RFP), selection, and contracting as needed.
• Perform regular performance reviews with suppliers to drive performance to original contract and continuous improvement projects.
• Ensure commercial, legal and contractual compliances in all the procurement transactions, including compliance to supplier agreements, EHS standards, operating procedures, business rules, etc.

Who we’re looking for:

• Bachelor’s degree in Business or a related field and 7+ years of experience in procurement, responsible for capital expenditures for equipment and multiple projects.
• Knowledge of office and purchasing applications. Full understanding of purchasing and inventory systems and interfaces with Finance, project, job costing, planning and forecasting.
• Understanding of marketplace relating to capital equipment. Solid understanding of business issues and financial principles.

Preferred:

• Experience working in a Medical Device Manufacturing and/or FDA Regulated industry (Plastics Packaging Manufacturing), with detailed knowledge about industry equipment, materials, and suppliers.

Do you have?

• Excellent organization skills with the ability to work in a fast-paced growing business.
• Strong Microsoft Office Suite skills including Microsoft Project and Excel (advanced-pivot tables, graphics, etc.).
• Ability to work collaboratively across various levels in the organization.
• Ability to prioritize multiple tasks and demands and to create sense of urgency for the fast-paced environment.
• Inquisitive, self-starter and can work autonomously with minimal supervision.
• Strong business acumen and customer focus.

Ready to take the next step in your career? Apply today!

Comar cares. We strive to make a positive impact through employee training platforms, volunteering opportunities, and sustainability initiatives. Learn more about the Comar Culture on our website.