Category Manager ICG Commerce

Job Code : 2011-051
Division : ICG Commerce
Location : King Of Prussia PA US 19406
Job Type : Full Time
Career Level : Experienced (Non-Manager)
Education : Bachelor's Degree
Category : Engineering,Consulting Services,Supply Chain/Logistics
Job Description :
Leading Procurement Services Firm Seeking Sourcing and Supplier Management Expert

- Are you an experienced team leader and strong customer relationship manager
- Do you have deep experience sourcing and managing suppliers of MRO materials
- Are you committed to delivering exceptional results and driving continuous improvement

If so, then please read on
The Company:

ICG Commerce (www.icgcommerce.com) is the market leader in the rapidly growing procurement outsourcing market. The company is exclusively focused on helping its customers, such as Kimberly-Clark, Goodyear, Chiquita, Hertz, Microsoft India and many other leading companies, reduce costs and improve competitiveness through procurement excellence.
As a leading procurement outsourcing specialist, ICG Commerce is committed to delivering exceptional service through exceptional people. To do this, we bring together deep sourcing and procurement expertise, market insight, best practices and tools across the full spectrum of the indirect goods and services that companies procure in order to run their business. Whether in the area of marketing services, IT hardware, MRO, facilities or raw materials, we help our customers establish and manage supplier contracts and partnerships that deliver better pricing, value and service.

The Position:

ICG Commerce is seeking a Category Manager with sourcing and supplier management experience to help customers drive tangible results. In this capacity, you will work directly with an ICG Commerce customer with responsibility for delivering category management services including, but not limited to, strategic sourcing, client stakeholder management, supplier performance management, and continuous cost and performance improvement. Specifically, you will:

- Design and implement cost savings projects across multiple MRO sub-categories including Comm/Data, Electrical/Electronics, PTB, PVF, General Industrial, Cutting Tools, Abrasives, Safety, Pumps/Hydraulics, Material Handling, Welding, Fasteners, Filters/HVAC, and Instrumentation.
- Engage with customers senior management team members to drive and communicate progress.
- Measure and manage suppliers (aka providers, agencies, etc.) performance relative to contracted service levels.
- Identify and resolve strategic supplier performance issues to ensure customer satisfaction.
- Perform total cost of ownership evaluations, perform supply-market research and conduct pricing audits and impact analysis for the pursuit of continuous cost improvements.
- Work collaboratively with suppliers and customer stakeholders to identify and execute continuous cost and performance improvement strategies.
- Coach and develop team members in their performance and professional development.


The Opportunity:

- Further advance program and senior customer relationship management skills
- Grow category knowledge to expert levels, creating growth opportunities for team and company
- Lead all associated delivery team members to achieve target results and customer satisfaction

Job Requirements :
The Ideal Candidate Will Have:


- A bachelors degree in Supply Chain Logistics or related discipline, MBA preferred
- Ability to effectively lead formal strategic sourcing efforts
- Knowledge of multiple MRO categories including Comm/Data, Electrical/Electronics, PTB, PVF, General Industrial, Cutting Tools, Abrasives, Safety, Pumps/Hydraulics, Material Handling, Welding, Fasteners, Filters/HVAC, and Instrumentation (highly desired)
- Ability to interface with customers and suppliers via strong written and verbal communications skills
- Strong analytical and problem-solving skillsFormal training and/or experience in strategic sourcing
- Proficiency in spreadsheet software (e.g. Microsoft Excel) and presentation software (i.e. Microsoft PowerPoint)


Why ICG Commerce

ICG Commerce employees have the opportunity to:

Work with and learn from exceptional people at all levels - ICG Commerce is committed to hiring and developing great people who have a passion for excellence and a commitment to continuous improvement.
Create genuine and meaningful value for customers - ICG Commerce has a proven track record of helping leading companies not only save millions of dollars but also hundreds of jobs.
Grow and develop professional capabilities at a swift pace - Employees have the opportunity to work with a variety of clients, benefiting from exposure to a number of industries and business functions.
Have a visible impact on company performance - Employees are encouraged to identify opportunities to improve customer relationships and our company and to take action. These contributions are visible to and recognized by all levels of the organization.

ICG Commerce also offers employees a competitive compensation package including health, dental, and vision insurance, 401(k) plan, tuition reimbursement and other benefits.

Location:	2520 Renaissance Boulevard King of Prussia, PA 19406 United States