Supply Chain Category Leader

Job Summary:

Fulfill supply chain requirements to support efficient use of working capital, while ensuring quality, on-time delivery, total cost and service. Understand, analyze and communicate global supply base, capacity and market trends, for assigned key categories. Utilize continuous improvement tools to enhance the supply chain team's effectiveness within the Garlock and EnPro organizations.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:

• Utilize supply chain tools to develop supply base landscape and analyze key spend categories. Utilize pertinent data to scope spend and savings opportunities, while meeting internal supply requirements.

• Develop and communicate category strategies that mitigate risk and improve supply chain effectiveness. Create and/or utilize measurement tools to track, communicate and sustain achievements.

• Develop and sustain strategic alliances that improve the organizations competitive position. Optimize supply base (election/reduction/standardization).

• Lead category team(s) through negotiation process, working toward cost effective procurement of materials and services, while meeting company objectives.

• Collaborate with internal business teams to achieve harmonious productive working relationships, while improving business processes.

• Engage in tactical buying tasks which provide an uninterrupted flow of materials, supplies and services required to operate the organization.

• Contribute to working capital improvements by minimizing inventory investment and losses, lead time reductions and favorable vendor terms.

JOB SPECIFICATIONS:

• BS/BA in Business Administration, Supply Chain Management, Logistics/Operations, Engineering or other related field. An appropriate combination of education and directly related experience is acceptable if the ability to perform duties and responsibilities is demonstrated. Supply chain certifications a plus.

• 3-5 years experience with demonstrated ability to perform essential functions

• Proficient in MS Office and ERP systems

• Strong analytical skills

• Strong written and verbal communication skills

• Knowledge and experience optimizing Supply chain attributes through the application of Lean tools and techniques

WORKING CONDITIONS: Work will primarily be completed in an office setting.

EEO and Culture Statement:

Enpro is a leading provider of engineered industrial products for the processing and general manufacturing industries worldwide. The company operates in two segments: Sealing Products, Advanced Surface Technologies, and Engineered Materials.

Sealing Technologies-Safeguarding Critical Environments

Composed of Garlock, STEMCO, and Technetics Group, these businesses leverage a high degree of materials science application expertise, extensive proprietary knowledge, and deep customer relationships to create innovative sealing solutions complemented by value-added systems integration.

EnPro Industries is an equal opportunity employer. Legal authorization to work in the United States is required. We will not sponsor employment visas now or in the future for this job.

Enpro carefully considers a wide range of compensation factors including the background, education, training, and experience required, as well as geographic considerations such as cost of labor, and applicable local and state laws. These considerations can cause offered compensation to vary. The hiring range for this position is typically $60,000 to $97,000 annually. Actual offer will be based on the individual candidate. Enpro offers a range of benefits including, but not limited to medical, dental, vision, life, 401(k) matching, and other supplemental insurance options.

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