Category Manager The Company Zurn Elkay Water Solutions Corporation is a thriving, values-driven company focused on doing the right things. We’re a fast growing, publicly traded company (NYSE: ZWS), with an enduring reputation for integrity, giving back, and providing an engaging, inclusive environment where careers flourish and grow. Named by Newsweek as One of America’s Most Responsible Companies and an Energage USA Top Workplace, at Zurn Elkay Water Solutions Corporation, we never forget that our people are at the center of what makes us successful. They are the driving force behind our superior quality, product ingenuity, and exceptional customer experience. Our commitment to our people and their professional development is a recipe for success that has fueled our growth for over 100 years, as one of today’s leading international suppliers of plumbing and water delivery solutions. Headquartered in Milwaukee, WI, Zurn Elkay Water Solutions Corporation employs over 2800 employees worldwide, working from 24 locations across the U.S., China, Canada, Dubai, and Mexico, with sales offices available around the globe. We hope you’ll visit our website and learn more about Zurn Elkay at zurnelkay.com. If you’re ready to join a company where what you do makes a difference and you have pride in the work you are doing, talk to us about joining the Zurn Elkay Water Solutions Corporation family! Job Description This position Reports to the Sr. Director of Strategic Sourcing and is responsible for the management of global activities associated with procurement of direct material related to our Sinks business unit. This position will provide procurement category leadership, working closely with multiple site locations, developing and driving the category strategies, and coordinating on supply chain activities to ensure that cost, quality and delivery objectives are met. This position will also align and manage global spend analytics and reporting of the supply chain function. Key Accountabilities Manages complex multi-year customer / supplier relationships aligned to enable our front-end portfolio strategies Plans, organizes, directs, controls and communicates strategic sourcing activities related to Sinks products and other assigned commodities aligning cross functional supply, engineering, technical support, product management, and operations groups. Conducts brainstorming sessions at Zurn Elkay facilities with cross functional teams to identify strategic commodities and deployment priorities on cost saving initiatives. Provides oversight to sourcing/project managers on the deployment of projects with internal and external stakeholders. Collaborates with internal stakeholders to identify, screen and qualify strategic suppliers. Works with global facilities to create regional and global material cost savings funnels that align with commercial strategies and financial targets. Drives spend analysis, including counter measures for projects that fall short of plan and makes decisions to remedy the issues to get the teams back on track to meet or exceed plan. Possesses an understanding of total cost of ownership. Proactively assesses internal and external process improvements and influences effective change and drive innovation and continuous improvements. Collaborates with global business units on the preparation of Request for Proposals (RFPs), Request for Quotations (RFQ’s) and leads the screening and supplier selection process. Negotiate and drafts supply agreements, including: payment terms, deliveries, price, freight terms, currency exchange, raw material commodity fluctuation, inventory levels. Analyzes market and delivery conditions to determine present and future (industry trends in pricing and availability that will impact the business) material availability and prepares market analysis reports. Responsible for timely reporting to agreed-upon KPI’s and presenting Strategic Sourcing plans, activities and progress Qualifications/Requirements BA or BS degree preferably in Engineering or Supply Chain competency, minimum in a business/industrial related field At least 5 years of experience working in an industrial manufacturing environment with experience in an Engineering, Supply Chain, or similar position Proven success of strategically working with suppliers or customers Ability to travel domestically and internationally Experience sourcing in low-cost regions Experience working with multiple locations globally Proven success in a change management and “stretch” environment Experience in a centralized Supply Chain structure Capabilities and Success Factors Bias for Action: Evaluate acts and communicates in ‘internet time’. Decisive, makes timely practical, effective decisions. Takes initiative without being asked. Open Communication: Willingness to ask and honestly answer tough questions. Treat other’s opinions with respect. Foster open communications and candid discussions. Share information that helps others succeeds. Keep others in the loop. Data Analysis/Interpretation: Ability to convert general data and findings into applied, specific information and suggestions that add value to the business planning. Manages Systems and Processes: Effectively uses systems and processes to measure, monitor, manage and impact performance. Improves processes and builds scalability. Financial Analysis Knowledge: Knowledge and application of the principles of financial analysis and capital projects justification (e.g. life cost analysis, internal rate of return, net present value, economic profit, economic value added) Project Management: Ability to manage projects to ensure successful delivery (on time with budget, meeting agreed upon success criteria) to establish clear goals and accountabilities. This includes the ability to develop project plans, allocate resources, identify potential issues/risk and develop contingency plans. Negotiations: Ability to influence and negotiate optimal arrangements between Rexnord stakeholders and suppliers. Supplier Contracts: Knowledge of the legal terminology and language related to supplier and or vendor agreements and contracts. Persuasive: Demonstrates healthy and productive influencing ability. Gains the respect and confidence of others. Builds constructive and effective relations. Drives for continuous improvement: Align continuous improvement with the strategic objectives of the organization; drives process excellence; make continuous improvement part of creating a high-performance culture; blends the best practices from different methodologies and focus on data, not emotions. Total Rewards and Benefits Competitive Salary Medical, Dental, Vision, STD, LTD, AD&D, and Life Insurance Matching 401(k) Contribution Health Savings Account Educational Reimbursement Matching Gift Program Equal Opportunity Employer – Minority/Female/Disability/Veteran Zurn Elkay Water Solutions Corporation What happens when two remarkable sustainability leaders come together as one? A sustainability powerhouse is born, making a splash in the markets they serve and saving the planet one innovative installation at a time. In early 2022, Zurn Water Solutions Corporation, a market leader in smart, sustainable water solutions, and Elkay Manufacturing, a commercial drinking water solutions leader, agreed to combine their two exceptional firms to become a single water solutions powerhouse. Together, the combined company offers a comprehensive package of innovative, sustainable, specified, engineered water solutions and sustainable plumbing products that provide water safety, water quality, and water conservation through critical service environments, while delivering total building solutions for new construction and retrofit applications around the globe. Our innovative solutions enable customers to advance their ESG initiatives and reduce operating costs while providing students, patients, patrons, and people within public and private spaces a safe, clean environment and access to fresh, pure, potable water – the essence of life itself. What makes Zurn Elkay Water Solutions Corporation special is our people and our culture. While playing a leading role in sustainability and water access are remarkable, what makes Zurn Elkay’s story so compelling is the alignment of the two well-respected companies with powerful legacies and a combined 224-year company history and shared values and cultures where people matter most. Sustainably inspired, the company has a deep commitment to Diversity, Equity & Inclusion, water, and environmental stewardship, and giving back to the communities where we live, work and play. Our powerful legacy of caring and commitment is made possible by the exceptional people that embody Zurn Elkay’s values. We are looking for innovative, energetic people who want to help solve tomorrow’s challenges today. Our Total Associate Engagement core value means we work hard to ensure our associates have opportunities to grow and an inclusive culture in which to thrive. From formal training to on-the-job development and exposure to new businesses, when you join Zurn Elkay, you will join a collaborative organization that will give you opportunities to thrive and grow.