Global Category Manager Expert - Machined Components
Core
Lead global sourcing strategies for machined and bearing components, partnering with engineering and operations to unlock cost savings and ensure supply chain reliability.
Role type
Senior strategic sourcing category manager (machined components)
Builds
Global sourcing strategies, supplier contracts, and cost-saving funnels for machined components
Domain
Industrial manufacturing / Strategic sourcing
Required skills
Global sourcing strategy, machining process expertise (milling, turning, grinding, forming), supplier negotiation, cost modeling, spend analysis, RFP management, matrix organization navigation
Preferred skills
Experience in low-cost region sourcing, change management, data-driven decision making
Technologies
None stated
Responsibilities
Plan and direct strategic sourcing activities for assigned commodities; Conduct problem-solving sessions at facilities to identify cost-saving opportunities; Provide oversight to sourcing and project managers; Collaborate with supply teams to identify and qualify strategic suppliers; Build regional and global material cost-savings funnels; Lead comprehensive spend analysis and resolve project shortfalls; Develop and deliver category strategies for year-over-year cost savings; Evaluate process improvement opportunities; Prepare Requests for Proposals (RFPs) and oversee supplier selection; Negotiate and manage supplier contracts including pricing and delivery terms; Analyze market conditions to assess product needs and availability risks; Report on KPIs and present strategic sourcing plans to stakeholders