Category Manager

Epiroc

$95K — $115K *
Manufacturing & Automotive
5 - 7 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • 5+ years of relevant experience or a bachelor's degree in mechanical engineering.
  • Intermediate Excel proficiency.
  • Strong experience in sourcing and managing suppliers; understanding of manufacturing processes and supply chain risks.
  • Effective negotiation, contracting, and supplier management skills.
  • Familiarity with ERP systems and sourcing tools.
  • Analytical mindset for problem-solving.
  • Ability to lead cross-functional projects globally.

Responsibilities

  • Develop and implement sourcing strategies that align with business goals.
  • Manage supplier relationships and oversee risk management activities.
  • Lead negotiations, RFQs, and initiatives for cost reduction.
  • Collaborate with cross-functional teams to enhance sourcing decisions.
  • Analyze market trends and assess supplier capabilities.
  • Support onboarding of new products and suppliers.
  • Ensure compliance with company policies and sustainability standards.
  • Drive continuous improvement and achieve measurable savings.

Benefits

  • Hybrid work environment offering flexibility.
  • Structured training and development programs.
  • Opportunity to work on impactful global projects.
  • Collaboration with cross-functional teams.
  • Focus on sustainability and compliance in operations.
Full Job Description


Join Our Team as a Category Manager (84778) at Epiroc!

Work Type: Hydrid

Shift Timings: 8AM - 5PM

Responsibilities:
  • Develop and implement category sourcing strategies aligned with business objectives.
  • Manage supplier relationships, performance, and risk mitigation activities.
  • Lead RFQs, negotiations, contracting, and cost-reduction initiatives.
  • Collaborate with engineering, operations, quality, and logistics teams to support sourcing decisions.
  • Analyze market trends, supplier capacity, and industry developments.
  • Support new product introductions and supplier onboarding activities.
  • Ensure compliance with company policies, sustainability requirements, and supplier standards.
  • Drive continuous improvement initiatives and deliver measurable savings.


Knowledge/Education:
  • 5+ years of relevant experience or bachelor's degree mechanical engineering.
  • Intermediate Excel experience.
  • Demonstrated experience sourcing and managing suppliers with strong understanding of manufacturing processes, quality requirements and supply chain risks.
  • Strong negotiation, contracting, and supplier management skills.
  • Experience with ERP systems and sourcing tools.
  • Analytical mindset with strong problem-solving capabilities.
  • Ability to manage cross-functional projects in a global environment.
  • Excellent written and verbal communication skills.


Skills and Abilities:
  • Analytical, structured, and detail-oriented approach.
  • Legal and contract review skills.
  • Strategic sourcing and category planning.
  • Data-driven decision-making abilities.
  • Strong negotiation and influencing skills.
  • Ability to manage multiple priorities.
  • Strong organizational and time-management skills.


This job description is not intended to be an exhaustive list of all duties, responsibilities, or qualifications associated with the job. Employees are held accountable for all duties of the job.

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