Category Manager Indirects
Core
Drive indirect category management and sourcing strategies for goods and services to optimize competitive position and achieve cost savings targets.
Role type
Senior strategic sourcing manager (indirect categories)
Builds
Sourcing strategies, supplier contracts, and cost savings programs for indirect goods and services
Domain
Manufacturing / Industrial equipment / Supply chain management
Deliverable
production ML models | product features | dashboards & analysis | research | client delivery | infrastructure | physical/clinical work
Required skills
Strategic sourcing, supplier negotiation, contract management, cost analysis, supplier relationship management, market intelligence, project management, data synthesis, Lean/Six-Sigma
Preferred skills
Consulting leadership experience, operations management, experience with contingent workforce and professional services
Technologies
Proprietary sourcing tools, project management software
Responsibilities
Establish category sourcing strategies and lead cross-functional teams; negotiate supplier contracts and drive price reductions; manage supplier performance and risk; identify cost savings opportunities; provide market intelligence to stakeholders; execute annual budget and savings targets
Seniority
Senior, hands-on IC