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Supply Chain Category Manager – Direct Material | Silgan Closures – Downers Grove, IL (Chicago Area)
**Join Silgan Closures, a global Fortune 500 leader in sustainable packaging, as a Supply Chain Category Manager in our Downers Grove, IL office.
**This strategic sourcing and procurement role manages high-value direct material categories including Resin, Colorant, and Plastisol across North American manufacturing operations.
This role is critical to cost optimization, supplier performance, and supply chain strategy, directly impacting profitability and operational efficiency. The Category Manager – Direct Materials partners closely with Operations, Engineering, Finance, and Procurement leadership to drive sourcing strategies, supplier collaboration, and continuous improvement.
**What We Offer You:
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Salary range: $125,000 - $135,000 based on experience
Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision insurance
Company-paid life insurance, AD&D, and disability coverage
401(k) with company match
Paid vacation and holidays
Tuition reimbursement
Voluntary benefits: pet insurance, legal plans, identity protection, and more
Employee engagement events, team activities, and career growth opportunities
**What You’ll Do as the Supply Chain Category Manager:
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Lead strategic sourcing and category management for direct materials (Resin, Colorant, Plastisol)
Develop and execute category strategies to reduce cost and improve supplier performance
Analyze supplier cost structures, market trends, and supply chain risks
Drive year-over-year cost savings and report performance to senior leadership
Collaborate cross-functionally with Operations, Engineering, Finance, and Procurement teams
Manage supplier relationships, negotiations, and contract development
Lead RFQs, bid packages, and supplier selection processes
Support inventory strategy and supply planning across manufacturing sites
Monitor commodity markets and economic trends to inform purchasing decisions
Implement supply chain optimization initiatives and continuous improvement programs
Partner with legal on contracts, terms, and supplier agreements
**What You’ll Need to Have:
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Bachelor of Science degree in business or related field
3-5 years of experience in:
Strategic Sourcing
Procurement
Supply Chain Category Management
Strong knowledge of direct materials procurement and supply market economics
Experience developing total cost of ownership (TCO) models
Proven success in supplier negotiation and cost savings delivery
Familiarity with ERP systems - JD Edwards preferred
Advanced skills in Microsoft Excel and data analysis
Strong analytical, communication, and stakeholder management skills
Ability to work in a fast-paced, cross-functional environment
**Why Join Silgan Closures?
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A Fortune 500 global packaging leader
Industry leader in sustainability and innovation
Stable, growing organization with long-term career advancement
High-impact role in procurement, strategic sourcing, and supply chain leadership
Apply Today!
Take the next step in your career as a Supply Chain Category Manager (Direct Materials) in Downers Grove, IL (Chicago area). Join Silgan Closures and help drive procurement strategy, cost savings, and supply chain excellence in a global manufacturing environment.
LIMITATIONS AND DISCLAIMER
The above job description is meant to describe the general nature and level of work being performed; it is not intended to be construed as an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties and skills required for the position.
All job requirements are subject to possible modification to reasonably accommodate individuals with disabilities. Some requirements may exclude individuals who pose a direct threat or significant risk to the health and safety of themselves or other employees.
This job description in no way states or implies that these are the only duties to be performed by the employee occupying this position. Employees will be required to follow any other job-related instructions and to perform other job-related duties requested by their supervisor in compliance with Federal and State Laws.
Requirements are representative of minimum levels of knowledge, skills and/or abilities. To perform this job successfully, the employee must possess the abilities or aptitudes to perform each duty proficiently. Continued employment remains on an "at-will" basis.
Silgan is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We consider applicants for all positions without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, marital status, or the presence of a disability, which would not prevent the performance of essential job duties with, or without reasonable accommodation of any other protective status.
Silgan is a drug-free workplace.
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