Category Manager - MRO (58667)

Lsb Industries•Oklahoma City, OK

17h•Onsite

About The Position

About LSB Industries, Inc. LSB Industries, Inc., is committed to playing a leadership role in the production of low and no carbon products that build, feed and power the world. The LSB team is dedicated to building a culture of excellence in customer experiences as we deliver essential products across the agricultural and industrial end markets and, in the future, the energy markets. Join our team and help us develop innovative solutions that will improve the quality of life for current and future generations. Learn more about LSB at www.lsbindustries.com . LSB Industries is seeking an experienced and dynamic Category Manager – MRO to enhance our Procurement capabilities. This role is responsible for developing and executing sourcing strategies that deliver the best overall value, including quality, reliability, and cost-effectiveness. This role drives end-to-end sourcing, supplier management, and process improvement initiatives in collaboration with Corporate & Site stakeholders to deliver best value outcomes in support of safe, continuous & reliable manufacturing operations. This position is on site in Oklahoma City, with 25% travel to various sites.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree in Business, Supply Chain Management, or a related field
7-10 years of experience in Category Management/Procurement
Expertise in end-to-end strategic sourcing, including supplier selection, negotiations, and contract execution.
Strategic mindset with strong analytical skills to identify and evaluate sourcing opportunities.
Proven experience in leading negotiations to secure optimal terms.
Technical and/or mechanical aptitude to understand equipment applications and collaborate with Engineering teams.
Ability to influence decision-making and build strong relationships across all levels of the organization.
Strong teamwork and collaboration skills.
Ability to challenge conventional practices and drive positive change.
Highly self-motivated with a proactive approach to achieving results.
Ability to thrive in a fast-paced, multitasking environment and remain effective under pressure.
Commitment to continuous improvement
Strong oral and written communication skills, with the ability to create and present reports to Corporate and Site leadership.
Proficiency of MS Office, with advanced Excel skills.
Knowledge of ERP Procurement and Inventory Management modules.

Nice To Haves

Experience sourcing MRO equipment, supplies, and services in industries such as chemical plants, refineries, paper manufacturing or similar environments.

Responsibilities

Leverage data analytics (spend analysis, cost/price benchmarking, etc.) and market intelligence to frame category sourcing opportunities and build alignment for initiatives.
Collaborate with Corporate and Site stakeholders across Engineering, Maintenance & Reliability, and Production Operations to define requirements (e.g., technical specifications, service levels) for RFx processes and agreements.
Plan and execute strategic sourcing initiatives for equipment, materials, and services that meet LSB’s requirements at the best overall value.
Facilitate evaluation of supplier proposals with Corporate/Site stakeholders through award recommendation.
Negotiate optimal commercial terms with suppliers to drive best overall value for LSB.
Draft and execute supply agreements in accordance with corporate policies and risk mitigation strategies.
Manage price lists to include loading into ERP and supporting platforms.
Manage Approved Supplier List for assigned categories and monitor compliance.
Review and disposition requested New Supplier Additions within assigned categories.
Monitor and manage supplier performance to include driving continuous quality improvement as well as implementing corrective action plans, as required, to address non-conformance issues.
Stay abreast of market trends, emerging technologies, and best practices in assigned MRO categories.
Assess risks within the supply chain(s) of assigned MRO categories and develop mitigation strategies & tactics to ensure continuity of supply.
Monitor and report on category performance, including benefits contribution (cost savings/avoidance), cost/price benchmarking, and supplier performance metrics.