Category Manager – Electrical Components

International Motors•Lisle, IL

4d•Onsite

About The Position

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.

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
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)

Nice To Haves

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

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