JOB DESCRIPTION – CATEGORY MANAGER (Platforms & Steelworks)

What will you be doing?​

As a Category Manager, you will manage assigned categories, gathering business requirements, supporting strategic sourcing events, assisting with the creation of sourcing projects and RfX documents, evaluating proposals, and supporting negotiations. You will manage light strategic sourcing events, conduct auctions, and respond to supplier clarifications. Additionally, you will act as a liaison between regional and global category teams to align on strategies and initiatives.

Responsibilities

• Gather business requirements, create/modify project charters and plans within the Category Management tool, support the contract creation process, support the supplier onboarding process, etc.
• Lead strategic and complex sourcing events, assisting with tasks such as the creation of the sourcing projects within the S2P Suite, creation of RfX documents, evaluation of proposal based on pre-defined criteria, support the negotiation process, etc.
• Coordinate auction events by determining the auction type and strategy, compiling necessary details, inputting functional and technical requirements into the S2P suite, analyzing bids to identify the leading bidder, and selecting preferred suppliers for award recommendation
• When required, review details within Purchase Requisitions (PR) for non-catalog items and request clarification from requester(s)
• Coordinate the modification of Item Master Data for assigned categories (suppliers, items, catalogs, prices, etc.) with support from MDM Specialists

Basic Qualifications:

To be successful in this role, you should have:

• Experience (+10 years) in procurement or supply chain management, with a strong understanding of category management processes or equivalent experience in logistics automation
• Bachelor's degree in Industrial Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Supply Chain (or similar field) or equivalent work experience
• Experience with structural steel engineering, production, and/or construction and installation
• Ability to travel up to 20% of the time (domestic and international if needed)

Preferred Qualifications, Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:

• Industry-recognized certification (CPSM, CSCP or similar)
• Prior experience in the material handling systems industry or similar project-based industry
• Experience in platforms and steel sourcing, production, installation, construction, or similar.
• Knowledge and practical experience with sourcing methodologies and tools, with familiarity with S2P suites being a plus
• Proven ability to support the establishment and management of sourcing events, including stakeholder communication, documentation, and process execution
• Experience in developing and maintaining documentation to ensure high-quality and standardized category coordination activities
• Excellent communication and collaboration skills to work effectively with cross-functional teams and stakeholders

Soft Skills:

• Entrepreneurial spirit, ability to set own goals and get things done
• Good time management, ability to multitask, prioritize and meet deadlines
• Excellent negotiation skills, creative thinker, problem solver
• Good interpersonal and influencing skills, superior communicator
• Sense of customer service, cross functional team player, relationship builder
• Ability to deal with fluid situations, incomplete information, flexibility

Other Duties:

Please note this job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job. Duties, responsibilities, and activities may change at any time with or without notice.

About the team​

Our Supply Management team in Procurement is a dynamic and collaborative group of procurement professionals dedicated to optimizing both direct and indirect spend across the organization. Our team comprises of category experts and supplier relationship managers who develop and implement tailored procurement strategies that align with local market dynamics while supporting global objectives. We cultivate robust supplier partnerships, negotiate competitive contracts, and identify opportunities for cost savings, always enhancing efficiency and value. By working closely with Demand Management, Procurement Centers of Excellence, and external suppliers, we ensure all procurement activities comply with regulations and support overall business goals. Through strong relationships and effective communication across regional and global teams, we drive sustainable procurement performance and support the organization in achieving its strategic objectives.