Regional Category Manager- Customer Equipment
Core
Lead and optimize the regional (North America) equipment category for customer installations and service delivery, shaping strategy and driving value creation.
Role type
Senior regional category manager (procurement)
Builds
Strategic sourcing plans, long-term supplier agreements, and regional category KPIs for customer equipment
Domain
Industrial chemicals and equipment procurement
Deliverable
production ML models | product features | dashboards & analysis | research | client delivery | infrastructure | physical/clinical work
Required skills
strategic sourcing, supplier development, complex negotiations, TCO analysis, market intelligence, contract management, spend management analytics, risk diversification, sustainability integration, matrix organization navigation
Preferred skills
MBA, advanced degree, experience in chemicals or industrial equipment industries
Technologies
spend management tools
Responsibilities
Develop and implement regional category strategy aligned with global goals; build and maintain strategic partnerships with key suppliers; lead regional sourcing initiatives including RFPs and bid analysis; partner with Engineering, Sales, and Operations teams; manage supply risk and ensure compliance; deliver cost savings through standardization and benchmarking; mentor regional sourcing professionals
Seniority
Senior, hands-on IC with leadership responsibilities
