Senior Category Manager

Details: This role, key in our newly centralized procurement function, offers you the opportunity to support the building of a best-in-class procurement organization within FMC. You will play a key, senior role within our shared services model, pursuing a threefold mission: to both drive and sustain cost savings, and create a platform for growth. FMC is pursuing aggressive expansion strategies backed by over 125 years of stability and success, and we're looking for people with talent and drive. Not only is FMC growing, but our Procurement department is also expanding and history shows that our proven players can grow from this role along multiple career paths within the organization. To be a good fit for this role, you will need: At least 7 years of experience in a sourcing or commercial environment including: Success developing and executing supplier / customer strategies and programs. Experience building and developing supplier partnerships specifically related to Capital Expenditures (CapEx) At least 4 years of people management experience. Expertise and at least 4 years' experience in contracts management. A bachelor's degree, preferably in chemistry, chemical or civil engineering or another relevant technical field; an MBA would be an advantage. Solid experience with multidisciplinary procurement projects, and the ability to work cross-culturally. Global procurement experience. FMC is an S&P 500, diversified specialty chemical company serving agricultural, industrial and consumer markets for more than a century. As a global leader in advanced technologies and customer-focused research and development, FMC provides innovative and cost-effective solutions to food, agriculture, pharmaceutical, specialty and related industries. This position is based in our corporate headquarters in Philadelphia, PA. FMC was named one of the Top Workplaces in Philadelphia in 2010, 2011 and 2012, as voted by employees. keywords: category manager, procurement, purchasing, buyer, sourcing, suppliers, capital expenditures, capex, management

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