Category Manager, Direct Materials; DIM

Overview

Category Manager, Direct Materials – Aurora, CO

Be a part of a revolutionary change! At PMI, we’re transforming our business and building our future on one clear purpose – to deliver a smoke-free future. With large change comes large opportunity. If you join us, you’ll have the freedom to dream up and deliver better, brighter solutions and the space to move your career forward in many different directions.

Our success depends on people who are committed to our purpose and have an appetite for progress.

• Strategic Planning:
  Design, implement and monitor procurement strategies to ensure supply security, meet financial and budget objectives and mid to long term category developments.
• Technical Expertise:
  Use knowledge of direct materials and procurement processes to evaluate supply markets and select the best suppliers.
• Supplier Relationship Management:
  Lead negotiations and maintain relationships with suppliers to ensure the best quality, price and service.
• Quality & Compliance:
  Oversee the selection and quality of materials, ensure compliance with PMI and regulatory standards.
• Process Optimization:
  Design and implement programs to streamline products and processes to realize productivity by challenging the status quo.
• Documentation & Compliance:
  Review and approve contracts and price lists to ensure accurate documentation and supplier performance measurement.
• Leadership:
  Guide and motivate decentralized procurement team members and stakeholders to foster growth and development.

• Experience:
  
  8 to 10 years in Purchasing, Planning, Development or Quality Assurance functions, with significant experience in purchasing, product development, and quality management in a multinational environment.
• Market Knowledge:
  In-depth understanding of the supply market and related service categories.
• A university degree in Business Administration, Economics or Engineering.
• Fluency in English.
• Strong skills in financial analysis.
• In-depth knowledge of negotiation techniques.
• Good command of process engineering.
• Strong project management skills.
• Effective time management.

• We offer a competitive base salary, annual bonus (applicable based on level of position), great medical, dental and vision coverage, 401k with a generous company match, wellness benefits, commuter benefits, pet insurance, generous PTO, and more.
• Smart Work, a hybrid model of working that promotes flexibility in the workplace.
• Be part of an inclusive, diverse culture where everyone’s contribution is respected; collaborate with some of the world’s best people.
• Pursue your ambitions and develop your skills with a global business; our size and scale provide endless opportunities to progress.
• Take pride in delivering our promise to society:
  To improve the lives of millions of smokers.

PMI is an Equal Opportunity Employer. PMI is headquartered in Stamford, Conn., and its U.S. affiliates have more than 2,300 employees. PMI’s affiliates first entered the U.S. market following the company’s acquisition of Swedish Match in late 2022. PMI’s mission is to deliver a smoke-free future. For more information, please visit PMI’s official sites.