Mgr Procurement, Global Release Liners

Role: Procurement Manager for Global Release Liners, responsible for leading strategic procurement activities across 3M divisions. Objectives include developing global sourcing strategies, driving cost reductions, supply resilience, supplier consolidation, and integrating sustainability. Core responsibilities encompass managing supplier relationships, negotiating contracts, analyzing market and supplier data, and supporting procurement digitalization efforts using automation, analytics, and SAP. The role involves collaborating with cross-functional teams such as Manufacturing, R&D, Finance, and Supply Chain, with occasional domestic and international travel up to 25%. Qualifications include a bachelor’s degree in Chemistry, Engineering, Supply Chain, or Business, and at least 10 years of experience in manufacturing, procurement, or supply chain roles, with 7+ years in supplier negotiations and contract management. Preferred skills involve experience with paper or raw material roll goods, advanced negotiation and project management abilities, financial acumen, and proficiency with ERP and analytics tools. The position is based on-site at Maplewood, MN, with flexibility for relocation and visa sponsorship. High-value specifics include focus on raw materials for release liners, a mature procurement process, and emphasis on supply chain resilience, cost optimization, and sustainability in a technical manufacturing environment.