Senior Category Manager – Chassis and Metal Job # 56802 Job Post Information* : Posted Date 1 week ago(9/26/2024 12:16 PM) Job Locations US-IL-Lisle Internal Title Supply Chain Manager 5 Org Level S07 # of Positions 1 ERP Eligibility Eligible for Salaried Employee Referral Bonus, $2000 after 30 days employment Position Overview

We are currently seeking a Senior Category Manager – Chassis and Metal to join our Procurement Organization at our headquarters in Lisle, IL.

The Senior Category Manager is responsible for mechanical axles and drivelines, braking systems and hardware including current generation advanced driver assistance systems, suspension systems, and steering components. The position will be responsible for direct material components and assemblies that has an annual turnover in excess of $1.BM annually. The position reports directly to the Procurement Director with multiple category managers as direct reports. Key responsibilities include synergizing with Traton brand counter parts, leading category strategy development and implementation while managing overall direct material purchase spend with a strong focus on delivering key performance indicators.

Responsibilities

Essential responsibilities include, but are not limited to:

Build and develop the teamWork to develop and execute a sourcing strategy that best supports the overall Category strategyBuild and manage relationships with cross functional team members and managementBuild strong strategic partnerships with suppliers to ensure that product quality, on time delivery and service levels are metLead strategic sourcing decisions for both new product launches as well as transfer business for improved cost, quality, or delivery opportunitiesIdentify and develop new cost reduction opportunities using variety of procurement levers including competitive bidding, global sourcing, negotiation, technology, supply chain/footprint optimization, target costing, aftermarket service parts, etc.Analyze commodity spend, including developing recommendations for category and savings opportunitiesNegotiate with internal customers and external suppliers to maximize resultsFacilitate communications between external suppliers and various internal departments to resolve queries or issuesLead implementation of cost reduction initiativesLead junior members of the Powertrain Procurement team in support of the department goalsAbility to travel 20-30%

In addition, this position would also contribute to larger strategy reviews of additional commodities, and support other strategic initiatives as needed. This position promotes alignment by understanding business, customer needs and requirements throughout the organization.

Minimum Requirements Bachelor’s degreeAt least 12 years of materials management or supply chain experienceAt least 6 years of management experience

OR

Master’s degreeAt least 10 years of materials management or supply chain experienceAt least 6 years of management experience

OR 

At least 14 years of materials management or supply chain experienceAt least 6 years of management experience Additional Requirements Qualified candidates, excluding current International Motors employees, must be legally authorized on an unrestricted basis (US Citizen, Legal Permanent Resident, Refugee or Asylee) to be employed in the United States. International Motors does not anticipate providing employment related work sponsorship for this position (e.g., H-1B status) Desired Skills Experienced Negotiator that can find win/win business opportunities and supply issue resolution in a difficult marketStrategic thinker that can bring new sourcing plan/opportunities to improve commodity strategiesAbility to mitigate cost challenges in a fact based, data driven method that will reduce financial impactsTechnical ability to rapidly understand complex cutting-edge components

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