Global Procurement Category Manager - Raw Materials

Ecolab is seeking a Global Procurement Category Manager - Raw Materials to support our Global Procurement organization. In this role, you will own a global portfolio of chemical raw-material sub-categories valued at $50-$100 million. You will develop and execute sourcing strategies that deliver business results, strengthen continuity of supply, and minimize total cost of ownership while partnering across regions and functions.

What You Will Do:

• Own a global chemical raw-material sub-category spend portfolio of $50-$100 million.

• Develop global sourcing strategies and lead go-to-market events, including RFPs, e-auctions, and negotiations, to advance cost savings, working-capital improvement, and supply security.

• Build strong relationships with key suppliers, negotiate contracts, and optimize pricing and quality to create value for the organization.

• Strengthen security of supply by advancing sole-source breaks, contingency plans, and other risk-mitigation actions.

• Support global strategic initiatives and continuous improvement in category performance.

• Collaborate with regional teams to align messaging, execute projects, and deliver key business priorities across multiple time zones.

• Partner with R&D and Procurement Business Partner teams to drive portfolio optimization and consolidation.

• Connect market trends with supplier portfolios to identify marketplace advantages and generate innovative ideas for competitive advantage.

• Ensure compliance with applicable regulations, standards, and guidelines for the chemical category.

• Champion safety and ethical business practices while driving accountability, P&L impact, and progress against OGSM and business objectives.

Position Details:

• Hybrid Role (3 days onsite at Naperville, IL or St. Paul, MN)
• Work schedule: Role requires flexibility to collaborate across multiple time zones.
• Up to 20% overnight travel on an annual basis

Minimum Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s degree in Business, Engineering, Chemistry, or a related field.

• 5 years of purchasing experience.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Purchasing experience in raw materials or direct procurement, supported by a strong commercial background.

• Experience working internationally and effectively within a multicultural environment.

• Demonstrated financial acumen and proficiency in executive communication.

• Strong project-management, teamwork, communication, influencing, and negotiation skills.

• Demonstrated professionalism and a strong presence when engaging suppliers, regional stakeholders, and cross-functional partners.

• Ability to create and manage healthy tension, challenge the status quo, and see complex initiatives through to completion.

• Curiosity and flexibility to bring diverse perspectives, identify new possibilities, and continually develop new skills.

• Technology fluency and interest in using digital sourcing tools, including AI, to improve outcomes.

Benefits

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- Undergo additional background screens and/or drug/alcohol testing for customer credentialing.

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Our Commitment to a Culture of Inclusion & Belonging
At Ecolab, we believe the best teams are inclusive. We are on a journey to create a workplace where every associate can grow and achieve their best. We are committed to fair and equal treatment of associates and applicants and recruit, hire, promote, transfer and provide opportunities for advancement based on individual qualifications and job performance. In all matters affecting employment, compensation, benefits, working conditions, and opportunities for advancement, we will not discriminate against any associate or applicant for employment because of race, religion, color, creed, national origin, citizenship status, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity and expressions, genetic information, marital status, age, disability, or status as a covered veteran.

In addition, we are committed to furthering the principles of Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) through Affirmative Action (AA).

We will consider for employment all qualified applicants, including those with criminal histories, in a manner consistent with the requirements of applicable state and local laws, including the City of Los Angeles’ Fair Chance Initiative for Hiring Ordinance, the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance, and the New York City Fair Chance Act.