Procurement Category Manager

About the role

Join Silgan's Procurement Team at our new Innovation Center in Brookfield, WI. Silgan Containers is hiring a Procurement Category Manager to manage strategic sourcing initiatives for over $50 million in spend.

Responsibilities

• Build and implement sourcing strategies across assigned categories to drive measurable value and operational improvements.
• Manage the strategic sourcing process by gathering data, preparing RFPs, RFQs, and RFIs, and evaluating suppliers, and conducting supplier assessments to guide selection.
• Develop and maintain supplier relationships, outlining expectations and driving continuous improvement.
• Negotiate, draft, and finalize supply contracts with legal team.
• Maintain supplier qualification, training, and compliance efforts.
• Research and recommend sourcing models including contracts, open market purchases, and outsourcing options.
• Deliver continuous cost reduction and value improvement through quoting, cost modeling, and strategic negotiation.
• Establish sourcing metrics and dashboards to measure supplier performance, savings, and operational outcomes.
• Work closely with internal stakeholders to align category strategies with business goals.
• Advance ESG initiatives by partnering with suppliers to implement sustainable practices and drive innovation.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Supply Chain Management, Business, or a related field.
• At least 4 years of experience in procurement, category management, supply chain, or strategic sourcing, preferably in manufacturing.
• Background in the manufacturing sector with multiple sites or global operations preferred.
• Proven success negotiating complex contracts and managing supplier performance.
• Skilled in total cost of ownership modeling and using data to guide outcomes.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office, including Excel pivot tables and PowerPoint.
• CPM or CPSM certification preferred.
• Willingness to travel domestically and internationally, as needed.

Qualifications

• Willingness to travel domestically and internationally, as needed.

Skills

• Strategic thinking and problem-solving skills.
• Strong negotiation and contract management skills.
• Data analysis and modeling skills.
• Supplier relationship management.
• Project management and organizational skills.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.

Benefits

A comprehensive package including medical, dental, vision, life insurance, and disability coverage. Retirement plan with six percent employer contribution. Time off includes 15 paid vacation days plus 10 paid holidays. Additional benefits include wellness programs, pet insurance, online workouts, a Teladoc telemedicine program, and more. Growth opportunities include tuition reimbursement, professional training, and continuing education. Stability is provided by working for a reliable, environmentally conscious, publicly traded company. A safe work environment is maintained through the company's Drive to Zero initiative focused on employee safety and well-being.

Pay

Compensation is considered using various factors such as years of experience, education, certifications, skills, and market conditions.

Schedule

Flexible schedule to accommodate the needs of the role and the candidate.