Position Overview
We are currently seeking a Category Manager – Electrical Components to join our Procurement Organization. The Procurement Category Manager will work cross functionally within International interfacing with R&D, Program Management, Supplier Quality, Manufacturing, Risk Management, Finance, Aftersales, and Supply Chain. As Category Manager you will be responsible for developing and implementing the category sourcing strategy, driving cost reductions, supply base management and negotiating agreements.
Position is Onsite
Responsibilities
- Develop and execute category strategies to align with International’s business objectives
- Lead strategic sourcing decisions and supplier selection for new product launches as well as current business for improved cost, quality, or delivery opportunities
- Analyze category spend to identify and develop savings opportunities using a variety of procurement levers including competitive bidding, global sourcing, negotiation, technology, supply chain/footprint optimization, target costing, etc.
- Research industry trends, global markets, benchmark data, and understand underlying cost drivers
- Negotiate with suppliers to achieve best overall total cost of ownership
- Execute legal agreements such as Comprehensive Supply Agreements and Development Agreements
- Build strong strategic partnerships with suppliers to ensure product quality, on time delivery, and service meet or exceed expectations
Minimum Requirements
- Bachelor's degree and at least 5 years of supply chain, engineering or manufacturing experience
- At least 1 years of lead experience
OR
- Master's degree and at least 3 years of supply chain, engineering or manufacturing experience
- At least 1 years of lead experience
OR
- At least 8 years of supply chain, engineering or manufacturing experience
- At least 1 years of lead experience
Additional Requirements
- Qualified candidates, excluding current employees, must be legally authorized on an unrestricted basis (US Citizen, Legal Permanent Resident, Refugee or Asylee) to be employed in the United States. We do not anticipate providing employment related work sponsorship for this position (e.g., H-1B status)
Desired Skills
Procurement background in managing electrical components and semi-conductors with experience in the automotive or commercial vehicle industries or manufacturing preferred
- Experience developing category strategies, discovering competitive options and leading negotiations
- Excellent time management skills – can organize and prioritize multiple projects and meet specific deadlines
- Ability to read, understand, and execute commercial agreements and contracts
- Ability to understand technical concepts
- Skilled at developing executive level presentations
- Strong analytical skills
- Results driven
