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Supply Chain Category Manager - Chesterfield, MO

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Supply Chain Category Manager - Chesterfield, MO Job Description

The position is on‑site in Chesterfield, MO and is open to Veterans, Military Spouses, Wounded Warriors, and Caregivers. The Supply Chain Category Manager oversees sourcing activities for key services and raw materials across Silgan Plastics manufacturing sites, driving category strategies through collaboration, commercial acumen, and strategic planning.

Responsibilities

Manage relationships with current and prospective suppliers to ensure cost optimization, operational efficiency, and partnership growth.

Develop and execute procurement strategies within assigned categories aligned with company goals.

Lead RFP processes, evaluate proposals, negotiate contract terms, and present recommendations to leadership.

Conduct cost analysis to identify savings opportunities and implement optimization strategies.

Monitor market trends, industry developments, and innovations to inform sourcing decisions.

Collaborate with cross‑functional teams (production, operations, quality, commercial, finance) to achieve category strategy.

Identify supply‑chain opportunities and execute solutions to enhance efficiency and mitigate risk.

Support buyers and planners in resolving supply‑related concerns.

Provide monthly price updates to the Pricing team for cost alignment.

Assess supplier performance and drive improvements such as reduced lead times, higher quality, lower inventory, and YOY cost reductions.

Develop and maintain KPIs to track procurement effectiveness and efficiency.

Drive continuous improvement across procurement processes.

Qualifications

Bachelor’s degree (Master’s preferred) in Finance, Purchasing, Supply Chain, or related field.

5–10 years of experience in Strategic Sourcing, Purchasing, or Supply Chain, preferably in packaging or manufacturing.

Strong analytical and Excel skills; ability to transform data into actionable insights.

Experience leading negotiations and delivering tangible results.

Excellent interpersonal, presentation, verbal, and written communication skills.

Capacity to work effectively in a dynamic, cross‑functional environment.

Understanding of should‑cost and cost‑of‑ownership models.

ERP system knowledge, preferably Oracle.

Additional Information

Job Code: 459114BR

Employment Type: Full‑time

Seniority Level: Mid‑Senior

Location: Chesterfield, MO

City Sponsor: Silgan Containers

Minimum Education Required: Bachelor’s degree

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