Category Lead

The Goodyear Tire & Rubber Company • Akron, OH

7d • Hybrid

About The Position

The Category Lead develops and executes sourcing strategies across multiple commodities while serving as the regional procurement operational lead. The role uses market intelligence, cost modeling, and financial analysis to develop negotiation strategies and lead or support contract negotiations. It also builds strategic supplier relationships focused on total cost of ownership, supply-chain advantages, innovation, and continuous improvement. The position collaborates with cross-functional stakeholders, supports Commercial Council goals, applies strategic sourcing processes, and provides informal leadership to Procurement Specialists.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in Business, Engineering, Supply Chain, or a related field.
• At least 5 years of experience in Procurement, Supply Chain, or a related operational function.

Nice To Haves

• A master’s degree in Business, Engineering, Supply Chain, or a related area.
• Experience in strategic sourcing and a related industry.
• International experience.

Responsibilities

• Develop and execute strategic sourcing strategies across multiple commodities, aligned with overall category objectives.
• Lead regional procurement activities and support or lead supplier and contract negotiations for assigned commodities.
• Build and manage strategic supplier relationships focused on total cost of ownership, supply-chain advantages, innovation, and continuous improvement.
• Use market intelligence, cost modeling, and financial analysis to develop sourcing and negotiation strategies.
• Partner with cross-functional stakeholders and the Commercial Council to promote alignment, business continuity, and achievement of business goals.
• Apply the 7-Step Strategic Sourcing Process and collaborate across the Category team.
• Provide informal leadership to Procurement Specialists.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Manager