Supply Chain Professional - Category ManagerThe Category Manager’s key activities include leading strategic sourcing activities, supplier contract negotiations, executing commercial agreements, identifying cost reduction opportunities, and overall supplier performance management.ResponsibilitiesNegotiating and supporting J08/TMS1 strategy for wiring harnessesEngaged with Scania/MAN for alignment on common Group business strategy for T2 componentsLed VA/VE efforts to generate cost reductionsNegotiate Capacity/Labor agreements with Wiring suppliersWiring CMT Co-lead along with R&DSuccessfully implement Dual Sourcing while also developing new sources to support Wiring spaceDevelop and execute category strategies to align with the client’s business objectivesLead strategic sourcing decisions and supplier selection for new product launches as well as current business for improved cost, quality, or delivery opportunitiesAnalyze category spend to identify and develop savings opportunities using a variety of procurement levers including competitive bidding, global sourcing, negotiation, technology, supply chain/footprint optimization, target costing, etc.Research industry trends, global markets, benchmark data, and understand underlying cost driversNegotiate with suppliers to achieve best overall total cost of ownershipExecute legal agreements such as Comprehensive Supply Agreements and Development AgreementsBuild strong strategic partnerships with suppliers to ensure product quality, on time delivery, and service meet or exceed expectationsDesired skillsExperience developing category strategies, discovering competitive options and leading negotiationsExcellent time management skills – can organize and prioritize multiple projects and meet specific deadlinesAbility to read, understand, and execute commercial agreements and contractsAbility to understand technical conceptsSkilled at developing executive level presentationsStrong analytical skillsResults drivenNotes:Onsite
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