Category Manager – Electrical Components

Position Overview
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 an
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d implementing the category sourcing strategy, driving cost reductions, supply base management and negotiating agreements.
Position is Onsite
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
Minimum 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
Additional Requirements
• 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)
Desired Skills
Procurement background with solid category management and electrical/electronic components experience with exposure to software sourcing/commercial topics.
• Experience in strategic sourcing/category management, preferably involving electrical/electronic components, semiconductors, automotive, commercial vehicles, or manufacturing
• Exposure to software sourcing, embedded software, connected/electronic systems, or technology-related commercial agreements is preferred
• Strong willingness and ability to develop deeper expertise in the software category and evolving vehicle technology landscape
• Ability to develop category strategies and lead sourcing decisions across both new product launches and current business
• Experience identifying cost-reduction opportunities through competitive bidding, global sourcing, negotiation, technology, footprint optimization, and target costing
• Ability to understand technical concepts and work effectively with Engineering/R&D, Program Management, Supplier Quality, Finance, Manufacturing, Supply Chain, and other cross-functional stakeholders
• Experience negotiating supplier contracts and commercial agreements; experience with development or technology agreements would be beneficial
• Strong analytical, negotiation, communication, and executive-presentation skills
• Ability to research supplier markets, technology trends, benchmarks, and underlying cost drivers
• Results-oriented mindset with strong project management and prioritization skills
Benefits and Compensation
This position offers competitive market-based compensation, along with a comprehensive benefits package designed to support employee wellbeing. You can learn more about the benefits offered for this position by visiting https://careers.international

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