Developing global sourcing strategies to deliver on our business objectives Become the primary point of contact for strategic discussions and business proposals between Rig Technologies and our key Mechanical and Coatings suppliers Work with Engineering and R&D during the development cycle to research potential new products or to qualify more cost-effective alternatives Formulate a roadmap for consolidating our supplier base and mitigate risk within the assigned category Lead Cost and Leadtime R... more details
The Category Manager will lead efforts to leverage and optimize our supplier base. Central to this role is the ability to create and facilitate cross functional teams focused on driving down cost and lead time across the entire supply chain. This is a highly visible role acting as a link between Engineering, Quality, Operations, and our suppliers to create a sustainable competitive advantage in the marketplace for NOV.
PRIMARY DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES:
Developing global sourcing strategies to deliver on our business objectives
Become the primary point of contact for strategic discussions and business proposals between Rig Technologies and our key Mechanical and Coatings suppliers
Work with Engineering and R&D during the development cycle to research potential new products or to qualify more cost-effective alternatives
Formulate a roadmap for consolidating our supplier base and mitigate risk within the assigned category
Lead Cost and Leadtime Reduction projects on critical commodities with a high business impact
Track global pricing trends, supply, and market outlooks for assigned categories and ensure that we have strategies in place to address those conditions
Guide and provide visibility to the organization on cost, lead time trends, Supply Chain risks, preferred suppliers, sourcing strategies and supply chain constraints
Understand the regulatory environment with respect to specifications, duty, tariffs and ESG requirements and advise the business of implications
Prepare RFQ, analyze bids, and negotiate major supplier contracts to conclusion
Continually search out new sourcing opportunities to achieve cost reduction, cost avoidance, and cost containment objectives
Conduct periodic business reviews with key suppliers to include sharing of business forecasts and KPI ratings
Provide support for resolution of payment discrepancies, quality issues, or other disputes between suppliers and Rig sites where required
EDUCATION & EXPERIENCE QUALIFICATIONS:
Bachelor’s degree in business, operations management, engineering, or similar field.
MBA or other post graduate training/certifications such as APICS or CPIM preferred.
Ability to pass a background and drug screen.
10 years combined experience and education in Procurement or Supply Chain Management in a global, multi-site environment, preferably with experience in dealing with suppliers of Mechanical products and Coatings.
Strong computer skills required.
Must be skilled in project management with demonstrated leadership ability.
Excellent communication skills with the ability to build and maintain relationships, both internally and externally.
Ability to develop and execute strategies with commitment, determination, stamina, and leadership.
COMPETENCIES:
Customer Focus
Business Acumen
Comfortable working with Senior Management
Conflict Management
Intellectual Horsepower
Priority Setting
Process Management
Managing and Measuring Work
Negotiating
Organizational agility and Analytical thinking
Presentation Skills
Strategic Agility
Building Effective Teams
Managing Vision and Purpose
COMPETITIVE BENEFITS: (visit usbenefits.nov.com for more information about our benefits offerings)
401(k) Retirement Plan – NOV matches every dollar up to 5% of base pay and overtime for every dollar you invest.
Competitive medical plans that cover your entire family (yourself, eligible spouse, and eligible children) as of your first date of hire for as little as $125 per pay period (bi-weekly.)
FREE preventative medical and dental care for the entire family (when enrolled in an NOV medical/dental plan and seeing an in-network physician).
FREE Basic Life and AD&D insurance (for full-time employees).
All regular full-time employees start with 3 weeks of paid vacation per year (prorated based on start date).
All regular full-time employees receive up to 11 paid holidays per year.
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