Procurement Category Manager #26-17146

Key Responsibilities

• Develop and implement category sourcing strategies for equipment & components that form the overall MHE system or sub-systems, ensuring alignment with One-MHS goals and objectives.
• Lead cross-functional sourcing events, negotiate with suppliers, and execute contracts to optimize our competitive position for the procured equipment.
• Manage internal and external relationships with key stakeholders, including suppliers, business units, and other procurement teams.
• Drive supplier performance management, focusing on transparency, quality, innovation and overall supplier performance.
• Collaborate with global and local teams to deploy and manage the implementation of defined strategies.
• Influence suppliers’ roadmaps, design, processes, technology decisions, and strategies to align with procurement goals.
• Lead complex and cross-functional projects to drive productivity and innovation within the category.
• Monitor market trends, competitor activities, and industry best practices to inform category strategies and decision-making.
• Develop and maintain category-specific metrics and reporting to track performance, savings, and supplier compliance.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in business, Supply Chain Management, or a related field; MBA or advanced degree preferred.
• Minimum of 7 years of experience in procurement, supply chain, or a related field, with a focus on equipment, industrial automation/robotics, CAPEX or similar complex categories.
• Proven experience in developing and executing category sourcing strategies, negotiating contracts, and managing supplier relationships.
• Demonstrated skills in building procurement and supply chain processes from scratch.
• Knowledge of supply agreement construction and understanding of key contracting provisions/requirements.
• Cost modeling experience.
• Strong analytical skills with the ability to interpret data, identify trends, and make data-driven decisions.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to influence and collaborate across multiple teams and levels. Demonstrated leadership skills, with the ability to work independently and as a leader of peers.
• Professional demeanor and ability to partner with people at every level, both internally and externally.
• Experience with procurement tools and technologies, such as e-sourcing platforms and contract management systems.
• Experience working with technical teams (HW engineering, applied science) on new product development.

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience in the MHE industry, with a deep understanding of equipment procurement processes and requirements.
• Knowledge of business operations and procurement practices.
• Experience with data analytics and visualization tools to drive insights and decision-making.
• Certification in procurement or supply chain management (e.g., CPSM, CSCP) is a plus.

Top 3 Must-Have Hard Skills

• Capital procurement
• Contracting/category management
• Cost modeling experience

Nice to haves

• Knowledge of building good supply chains
• Build from scratch