Job Description

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Please apply until 1st of October
Cluster Category Manager, Marketing & Sales (M&S) - Procurement - Raleigh, NC, USA
Your Role and Purpose
As Cluster Category Manager, you will lead procurement activities for the Marketing and Sales (M&S) Category, ensuring that sourcing strategies are aligned with global objectives while being tailored to meet the unique requirements of local markets.
Reporting to the Cluster Procurement Manager North America and working closely with internal and external business stakeholders, together with your team, you will identify innovative solutions, cost optimization opportunities, and synergies across the countries within the cluster - USA and Canada, continuously striving for improved efficiency and stronger supplier relationships.
What Will You Do?

• Drive implementation of cluster specific procurement strategies and contribute to global strategy development
• Develop supplier intelligence, identify trends and opportunities and optimize supplier pool
• Lead the category team, supporting their development and growth for future opportunities
• Ensure targets achievement, lead cost optimization and continuous improvement initiatives
• Manage SRM (Supplier Relationship Management) with key regional/local suppliers in full coordination with the relevant internal stakeholders
• Participate in financial planning, in close collaboration with Finance
• Support procurement initiatives related to new product introduction activities

What We're Looking For? The 3 Cs:

• Collaboration:
• By working closely with diverse internal and external stakeholders to ensure execution of procurement strategies and foster cross-functional understanding
• By open communication, building trust, and fostering strong relationships
• By sharing best practices and insights to leverage market knowledge and drive innovative solutions
• Commitment:
• To achieve business objectives by ensuring that procurement strategies are aligned with and support the broader goals
• To inspire the team and continuously fostering one team culture
• To set and uphold high standards for oneself and others, ensuring that each task is completed with excellence
• Career background:
• Minimum of 5 years experience in procurement, ideally within global FMCG organizations or a similar industry
• Experience in managing sourcing strategies and supplier relationships, both directly and in a supervisory capacity

What else is required for the role?

• Bachelor's Degree or Diploma in Business or related Finance /Business management /Supply Chain Management field
• Business, financial and supplier contract acumen
• Ability to work under limited supervision, exercise independent judgment and consistently meet deadlines
• Experience in leading teams across multiple locations
• Strong command of English language is essential. Knowledge of French is an advantage.
• Ability to travel domestically and internationally a few times a year

What We Offer:
This role offers the opportunity to be part of a high performing North American Procurement team, where collaboration, mutual support, and a sense of humor are at the core of everything we do. You will never walk alone in North America - Instead, you will be empowered to lead strategic initiatives, work in a dynamic region, and thrive within a global organization. Join us, shape the future of procurement, and unlock exciting growth opportunities. If you are ready to make an impact and drive change, we'd love to hear from you!
We value diversity and encourage applications from individuals who can bring unique perspectives and experiences to our team.
In JTI Liggett, we are proud to be recognized as Top Employer and awarded the Global Equality Standards certificate as we continue our dedication to equal pay and equal opportunities.
Our culture is what makes JTI Liggett a fun and exciting environment to work in. We value integrity, trust, empowerment, and freedom- freedom of choice, freedom of thought, freedom of expression, and freedom to be yourself.
And we care for our people's well-being- In addition to the salary, you might want to enjoy the following:

• Annual Performance-based Bonus;
• Employee Stock Purchase Plan;
• Personal Development
• Medical/Dental & Vision Plan for employees & family member;
• Life insurance;
• Matching 401(K)
• Paid Time Off (PTO);
• Paid Family Leave up to 20 Weeks;
• Short-Term & Long-Term Disability;
• Education/Tuition Assistance;
• Flexible Dress Code;
• Hybrid Work Setup;
• Snacks & Drinks;
• Office Parties;
• Volunteering Activities;
• Employee Assistance Program- counselling, for employees & family members.

Are you ready to join us? Build your success story at JTI. Apply now!
Next Steps:
After applying, if selected, please anticipate the following within 1-3 weeks of the job posting closure: Phone screening with Talent Advisor
Assessment tests
Interviews
Offer. Each step is eliminatory and may vary by role type.
At JTI, we strive to create a diverse and inclusive work environment. As an equal-opportunity employer, we welcome applicants from all backgrounds. If you need any specific support, alternative formats, or have other access requirements, please let us know.

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