Category Manager

Role Overview

• Manage a category of materials/parts, including owning category strategy, supplier selection and approval process, negotiation, contracts and while adhering to the HVAC SS business processes
• This position will be responsible for leading all sourcing strategy development to support both short
• and long-term strategies of the businesses, including year over year improvements in current and new product material cost, quality, availability and inventory
• Develop and execute short and long-term sourcing strategies that support technical, quality and commercial requirements
• Optimize cost and supply chains
• Regularly adapt sourcing strategies in relation to market trends and business requirements to enhance effectiveness
• Incorporate risk mitigation, LCC sourcing
• Develop exit strategies for suppliers that don’t meet SPX supplier standards
• Lead the strategic sourcing process including supplier identification, selection, RFX, negotiation, supplier/contract negotiation
• Subject Matter Expert for assigned category; uses knowledge/expertise of category to manage cost drivers, changing supply base, and market innovation to capture lower costs and/or high value alternatives to meet stakeholder needs
• Acquires a deep understanding of the supply markets that provide material, products, or services
• Assesses the supply market, our current and future state to develop sourcing strategies and risk mitigation
• Establish relationships with functional and divisional peers and leaders to ensure sourcing strategies align with our business goals and objectives
• Proven track record in driving productivity and value-add through negotiations and supplier management
• Utilize formal sourcing processes for category strategy, supplier selection, qualification, contracting and ongoing management
• Support and influence NPD (New Product Development) programs in a cross functional setting with product management, engineering, manufacturing, and quality
• Identifies and aggregates technical, commercial, risk, opportunity, and demand requirements for contract negotiation
• Lead negotiation and execution of agreements
• Work with the CoE regarding Supplier Management strategy and approach including Supplier Relationship Management, Performance Management, Issue Resolution, and the qualification of new suppliers
• VA/VE
• Work closely with long term suppliers to manage this core supply base for productivity/cost down initiatives using VA/VE tools
• Maintain a working knowledge of the world-class supply chain process to ensure that existing processes are targeted to attain excellence versus industry benchmarks

Requirements

• 5 to 8 years’ relevant work experience in global manufacturing companies with increasing responsibilities in a multi-site, multi-product, company
• Solid negotiation skills
• Competent at planning and leading negotiation
• Demonstrated knowledge of manufacturing processes and project management skills
• Process oriented and driven
• Understanding of supplier capabilities and the marketplace
• Technical acumen to bridge the gap between internal development and external supply base
• Demonstrated experience and success working in a fast paced, matrixed environment satisfying multiple customers
• Strategic planning/thinking skills, coupled with analytical and execution skills
• Strong presentation skills and ability to articulate vision to a broad audience
• Proficient in Microsoft Office products, including advanced data functions in Excel, ability to translate data to decision making
• Demonstrated ability to interface with executive and senior level management, both internally and externally
• Well versed in commercial agreements – NDA, Master Supply, Intellectual Property
• Competent in ERP systems and end-to-end supply chain management processes (concept, planning, development, launch)
• Proven track record of meeting commitments with the highest standards of ethics and integrity
• Take charge individual with intensity and clear sense of urgency
• Out-of-the-box thinker, decisive; experienced in and capable of communicating the need for results and leading change with a variety of departments and teams
• An excellent team player.

Tech Stack

• ERP

Benefits

• Generous and flexible paid time off including paid personal time off, caregiver, parental, and volunteer leave
• Competitive health insurance plans and 401(k) match, with benefits starting day one
• Competitive and performance-based compensation packages and bonus plans
• Educational assistance, leadership development programs, and recognition programs