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Associate Category Manager - Logistics

Sonoco Products Company
paid time off, tuition reimbursement, 401(k), retirement plan
United States, North Carolina, Charlotte
7300 Carmel Executive Park Drive (Show on map)
Apr 12, 2025
From a small family business to a multi-billion-dollar global company, Sonoco has been changing the face of products and packaging since 1899 - all while keeping the heart of "People Build Businesses" alive. Our talented people are at the core of our growth, constantly reinventing the Sonoco wheel with brilliant solutions every year. Today we are a world leader in global packaging solutions with diversified operations in over 34 countries. We're extremely proud of our portfolio of brands, our achievements in sustainability and industrialization and the groundbreaking work accomplished by our people. Reporting to the Vice President of Global RPC Materials Category Management, the Associate Category Manager leads or supports corporate supply management efforts for their assigned spend pools. This position is responsible to ensure the business units have goods and services to operate at the most competitive cost. In this role he/she directly affects Sonoco cost structure and has a strong impact on profit and loss through the development of cost reduction, process improvement, and productivity projects. Aligned with business unit needs, he/she will identify, develop, and execute category strategies across their assigned area to ensure customers are supported at best value for Sonoco. This position leads or supports corporate efforts in the identification and implementation of best practices, processes and innovation, resulting in Sonoco having the best competitive position, while maintaining supply security and advantaged pricing. The results of this position are measured by annual year over year productivity, inflation / deflation movement in regards to the market, and working capital improvements in their assigned spend areas. What you'll be doing: Develop, implement, and execute a strategic logistics procurement strategy in support of logistics operations, supply management goals, and business unit plans. Work cross functionally and across business units to leverage current and future business requirement, market intelligence, and historical spend data to develop a logistics category strategy that simplifies the supply base, provides value, and continually reduces cost. Lead and report on large scale projects that include RFP's, mini-bids, warehouse sourcing events, dedicated RFP's, and trailer replacement bids. Develop the key metrics, KPI's, and performance management based on sound data analytics to provide valuable insights and root cause analysis of cost drivers. Negotiation of supplier terms and conditions and contract administration Continuously find innovative approaches to cost savings and value drivers. Lead, develop, and provide direction to the Business Units as well as be a leader in the logistics organization. Drive continuous improvement using sound data analytics and change management. Own the commercial relationship with key logistics suppliers and leverage those relationships to drive excellence across the organization. The total network in scope is comprised of greater than 265 manufacturing locations and greater than 14,000 lanes along the following verticals with spend in the range of ~$300MM: * Domestic road and rail * Less than Truckload * Dedicated fleet services * 3pl warehouses * Company owned trailers * Parcel This position is located at our Corporate Headquarters in beautiful Hartsville, SC and close to exciting destinations (Myrtle Beach, SC Charleston, SC, Columbia, SC and Charlotte, NC). We'd love to hear from you if: Strong interpersonal, influencing, and communication skills are essential. Deep subject matter expertise in the of the logistics industry with knowledge of cost factors relating to the industry. Strategic sourcing and negotiating skills with logistics organizations. Excellent analytical, project management, and change management skills. Knowledge of logistics systems with a preference towards OTM and CASS. Above average technological skills with strong excel skills. Experience with large complex organizations Entrepreneurial spirit with excellent problem solving and analytical abilities. Bachelor's Degree in a business or finance related discipline 10 years of relevant experience Compensation: The annual base salary range for this role is from $116,160 to $130,680, plus an annual target bonus of 7.5% of base salary. At Sonoco Products Company, we offer a comprehensive total rewards package, including competitive pay and benefits. Benefits listed below are for employees located in the U.S. Specific benefits and wellbeing programs may vary depending on your location (within the U.S. or global), or if you are a union employee. Benefits* Medical, dental, and vision coverage for you and your dependents, including FSA and HSA options 401(k) retirement plan with company match Wellbeing tools and resources to support holistic health, including an Employee Assistance Program with a variety of services Paid time off and holidays to recreate, rejuvenate and care for the health of yourself and family Variety of company paid and voluntary employee-paid insurance plans including life, personal accident, and disability insurance Tuition reimbursement We are an equal opportunity employer, and we strictly prohibit and do not tolerate discrimination against employees, applicants or any other covered persons because of race, color, religion, national origin or ancestry, sex, pregnancy, sexual orientation, marital status, gender identity or expression, age, disability, genetic information, veteran status, or any legally protected characteristic.