Sr. Specialist - Global Molding Procurement

3M has a long-standing reputation as a company committed to innovation. We provide the freedom to explore and encourage curiosity and creativity. We gain new insight from diverse thinking, and take risks on new ideas. Here, you can apply your talent in bold ways that matter. Job Description: The Impact You’ll Make in this Role As Sr. Specialist in Global Molding Procurement team, you will have the opportunity to tap into your curiosity and collaborate with some of the most innovative people around the world. Here, you will make an impact by: Procurement Category Leadership: Providing Category Ownership across 3M Businesses & Divisions, serving as a Strategic Procurement leader for Outsourced Molding. Responsible for driving Procurement policies and best practices, while helping 3M and the Procurement organization meet its cost savings, growth and working capital goals by leading negotiations, being part of effective NPI launches, and managing complex supplier relationships. Minimizing the total product and process cost by initiating cost reduction efforts and facilitating implementation of innovative Procurement best practices. Leading supplier selection and owning external supplier relationships as the key point of contact for 3M. Drive Should Cost Model as appropriate. Strategy Execution & Process Improvement: Identifying, leading & implementing solutions for complex and multi-faceted situations regarding dual-Sourcing, negotiation, category strategy, supplier management, and external sources of supply. Determining & leading opportunities for process improvements that improve service, speed or cost, through analysis of Procurement information & metrics, including navigating complex situations and managing multiple internal & external stakeholders. Developing strong partnerships with suppliers and internal 3M stakeholders, including Manufacturing, R&D, Marketing, Finance and Supply Chain Operations. Identify and develop category risk reduction strategies by partnering with 3M stakeholders. Driving Cash Improvement in accordance with Global Policy Contracting Ownership: Leading contract negotiations with strategic supply partners, working in tandem with 3M Division stakeholders and 3M Legal. Implementing and negotiating Agreements to cover complex supply relationships, which may include SMI (supplier managed inventory), consigned materials, formula-based pricing, etc. This role supports Divisions across 3M, giving the successful candidate broad exposure to 3M’s diverse businesses & products. Your Skills and Expertise To set you up for success in this role from day one, 3M requires (at a minimum) the following

Bachelor’s degree or higher (completed and verified prior to start) Ten (10) years of combined experience in Sourcing, Procurement, Logistics, Supply Chain, Engineering and/or Manufacturing in a private, public, government or military environment Additional qualifications that could help you succeed even further in this role include: Experience in Procurement, especially with Molding suppliers, including contract manufacturers and co-packers Experience managing procurement team Strong negotiation skills and attention to detail Initiative, self-starter with a positive & pro-active approach; Project management experience Experience successfully collaborating with internal and external stakeholders on complex projects. Appropriately engages stakeholders at all levels of the organization. Skilled in written and oral communications Financial acumen and comfort with conducting business analytics Learn more about 3M’s creative solutions to the world’s problems at [外部招聘链接已隐藏] or on Instagram, Facebook, and LinkedIn @3M. Safety is a core value at 3M. All employees are expected to contribute to a strong Environmental Health and Safety (EHS) culture by following safety policies, identifying hazards, and engaging in continuous improvement. Please note: your application may not be considered if you do not provide your education and work history, either by:

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