Simmons Prepared Foods Inc
Procurement Category Manager (Finance)
Simmons Operating systems principles and objectives: Is familiar with Simmons' established operating systems (e.g. quality, security, office environment, company policies, LEAN); understands the responsibility to maintain familiarity with the systems and this position's role in support of these systems - including a consideration of the impact of individual actions on the systems and the responsibility to communicate concerns and improvement ideas.
Performs other duties as necessary in support of business objectives: This position description is intended to guide the activities of the person in this position and is not intended to limit the thinking and creativity of the person as to the work of this function nor is it intended that this describe all the work that may be required of the person in this position.
Physical Activities: Enters and locates information on a computer. Visually verifies information, often in small print. Communicates with Customers, Vendors, or Employees via telephone, in person, and/or electronic mail. May present information to small or large groups. Must be able to work in various temperatures. Move about in a manufacturing environment, office environment, and surrounding property.
Personal Protective Equipment (PPE): As needed in required environment.
Travel: Travels within North America to and from multiple facilities, Suppliers or work-sites or customer visits, often requiring overnight stays. Approximately 25-35%.
Technical Experience: 5-7 years' experience in Purchasing. Category Materials experience is highly preferred. Extensive experience relative to managing a sku intensive environment. In depth knowledge of manufacturing and category product knowledge preferred. Must have excellent organizational, communication and computer skills, including Microsoft Office Suite.
Industry Experience: Consumer category background with a broad knowledge base on key category manufacturers in the Industry.
Minimum Education : Bachelor's Degree in Business or related field, or 4 years related work experience
Preferred Education: Designated Supply Chain Management Professional (SCMP) or equivalent, MBA