Senior Category Specialist
About The Position
Our Operating Fleet Sourcing Department within the Engineering, Construction & Supply Chain Business Unit is seeking a Senior Category Specialist to join the team in Juno Beach, FL. The ideal candidate will demonstrate the ability to interpret spend and market data, forecast demand and industry trends, and translate analyses into clear recommendations and measurable value-including cost reduction, cost avoidance, and rebate opportunities. They will be skilled at forming a hypothesis, pressure-testing it, and executing with conviction, operating with a high degree of ownership, bringing both analytical rigor and commercial creativity to a function that rewards critical thinking and measurable results. Proven experience planning and delivering end to end category initiatives, managing timelines, dependencies, and risks while maintaining a consistent intake to award cadence is expected. A results-driven approach with a track record of delivering savings, improving supplier performance, and mitigating risk through disciplined reporting and follow-through is essential. Strong financial acumen with the ability to connect category strategies to P&L impact, business risk, and operational outcomes is required. The ability to build strong partnerships with stakeholders across business units, leadership, and suppliers by translating business objectives into sourcing strategies and driving cross-functional alignment is key. High capability in working cross-functionally and engaging senior stakeholders is important, as this position’s work is often the catalyst to additional important business decisions. Deep supplier management experience including market mapping, developing strategic partnerships, executing RFx events, evaluating bids, negotiating pricing/terms/SLAs, and managing performance scorecards and corrective actions is necessary. High proficiency with analytical tools and the ability to convert complex datasets into clear, actionable insights is also required.
Requirements
- High School Grad / GED
- Bachelor's or Equivalent Experience
- 4+ years of experience
Nice To Haves
- Master's Degree
Responsibilities
- Develops and refines category sourcing strategy
- Conduct market and spend analysis
- Leads negotiations with key suppliers
- Aligns with BUs to collect requirements
- Develops and maintains strategic relationships with critical suppliers
- Performs other job-related duties as assigned
Benefits
- Relocation Provided
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Senior
