Americas Senior Category Manager - MRO

Wabtec•Pittsburgh, PA

3d•Hybrid

About The Position

The Maintenance, Repair and Operations (MRO) Commodity Manager will work closely with the global leaders for the categories and support implementing the global strategies. The individual will lead cross functional teams in strategic sourcing projects to generate savings and increase value. As a member of the Indirect Sourcing Organization, you will be responsible for Supplier Relationship Management and Supplier Development activities in the assigned categories. You will lead the MRO category and work regionally to gain consensus by aligning the global strategies through regional implementations.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree in supply chain management, labor studies or labor and industrial relations, business, science, or related field
Minimum 5 years’ experience in sourcing or procurement
Experience in supplier relationship management, KPI and performance management.
Demonstrated ability to lead supplier evaluation, selection, negotiation, contracting and implementation
Strong analytical skills (financial, spend, supply market, etc.)
Cost and service analysis and recommendations.
Demonstrated ability to lead complex global or regional teams.
Demonstrated project or program management experience.
Experience in strategy development and execution
Demonstrated success in supplier development.
Demonstrated ability to work effectively in a multi-cultural
History of managing multiple objectives and finding creative solutions to complex problems
Strong communication skills
Demonstrated ability to gain consensus through collaboration
Proficient with ERP systems and eSourcing tools (Oracle, M3, Microsoft BI)
Familiar with financial reporting, manufacturing cost systems and lean tools.

Nice To Haves

Expertise in MRO / Equipment knowledge or Category management experience a plus
International experience a strong plus
Manufacturing experience a plus

Responsibilities

Create and implement strategic plans which deliver 3-5% annual improvement on assigned spend categories.
Demonstrate an understanding of the latest sourcing and supplier management trends including new HR, MSPs, RPO or VMS staffing solutions, tools, and technologies.
Understand the MRO / Equipment market and serve as a key contact within Wabtec for key market players global, regional, or national ones.
Ensure continuous improvement in total cost of ownership in accordance with business objectives.
Run data analysis and recommend changes to the supplier panel that will improve cost and service levels.
Lead optimization projects such as process improvements and supplier rationalization.
Plan and execute quarterly business reviews with preferred suppliers.
Develop and monitor action plans as required.
Conduct competitive and fair bid and negotiate master supply.
Ensure that the business objectives of Wabtec Groups and Operating Units are met.
Coordinate regional projects and buyers for categories that fall outside the global scope.
Follow and teach “best practices” of sourcing and supply management.
Generate timely and accurate reporting on progress towards objectives.
Understand and follow corporate policy including ethical standards.