Site Services Category Specialist

About the role

Arconic is currently in search of a Site Services Category Specialist to join our Procurement Operations based in Davenport, IA. At Arconic, we take pride in our work and our innovative products and technologies that advance sustainable solutions for a better world.

The Site Category Buyer is responsible for owning, developing, and optimizing assigned Indirect Materials & Services categories (Hard & Soft Services) at the site level. This role combines category strategy, sourcing execution, and supplier management to deliver best-in-class total value, minimize risk, and ensure strong operational alignment with site stakeholders.

Travel requirement: up to 5%, planned. Role requires strong collaboration across site, regional, and global teams.

Responsibilities

In this role, you will:

• Operate as a true category owner
• Deliver measurable business value (cost, performance, risk reduction)
• Balance strategic mindset with hands-on execution

Category Ownership & Strategy: Own and manage assigned Hard & Soft Services categories within Indirect Procurement. Define and execute category strategies aligned with plant, regional, and global goals. Lead demand management and specification optimization (challenge requirements to reduce cost and complexity). Ensure category decisions support site-specific operational needs.

Sourcing & Commercial Execution: Lead, co-lead, or support sourcing initiatives (RFP/RFQ, e-Auctions, negotiations). Develop and implement rate cards, pricing structures, and cost models. Negotiate Master Service Agreements (MSAs), terms, and conditions. Manage contract authoring in collaboration with legal and stakeholders.

Supplier Management & Performance: Build and maintain relationships with strategic suppliers. Maintain accurate supplier records (including SCO documentation). Lead supplier performance management, including scorecards and KPIs. Establish and lead Quarterly Business Reviews (QBRs) where applicable. Serve as the escalation point for supplier issues (service, delivery, commercial disputes).

Stakeholder Collaboration: Collaborate daily with engineering, operations, finance, and site leadership. Align category strategies with site operational goals and priorities. Partner with Procurement Operations, Category Management teams, and leadership.

Continuous Improvement & Value Creation: Drive cost savings (SRT), innovation, and working capital improvements. Lead/support Kaizen workshops and process improvement initiatives. Ensure adoption of best-in-class procurement processes and systems. Leverage global and local markets for cost, quality, logistics, and innovation optimization.

Qualifications

You have:

• 3 or more years in procurement, sourcing, or supply chain experience with a focus on Indirect Materials and Services (maintenance, facilities, engineering services, etc.)
• Bachelor’s degree in supply chain management, business, engineering, finance, or related field
• Demonstrated experience in category management and strategic sourcing
• Proven track record in contract negotiation and management
• Experience with supplier performance management
• Experience working in manufacturing or industrial environment

Employees must be legally authorized to work in the United States. Verification of employment eligibility will be required at the time of hire. Visa sponsorship is not available for this position.

Exceptional Candidates also have:

• MBA or related field graduate degree
• Professional certifications (CPSM, CSCP, CPIM)
• Strong understanding of cost modeling, pricing structures, and total cost of ownership (TCO)
• Proficiency with Microsoft Excel
• Ability to work effectively in a matrix organization, influencing sites, regional, and global stakeholders
• Strong analytical, problem-solving, and decision-making skills
• Excellent communication and stakeholder engagement capabilities
• Experience managing Hard & Soft Services categories specifically (e.g., maintenance, construction, facilities, HR services, IT services)
• Experience developing rate cards, cost models, and service pricing frameworks
• Background in Lean, Six Sigma, or Kaizen continuous improvement methodologies
• Experience leading supplier business reviews (QBRs) and strategic supplier development
• Exposure to global sourcing strategies and regional category alignment
• Experience with procurement digitization or automation tools