Category Manager

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TK Elevator is currently seeking an experienced Category Manager located in Atlanta, GA.

This role is responsible for managing the development and implementation of procurement sourcing strategies end to end which will include: supplier management, supplier investigation and selection, managing cost of operations within a defined category of the supply chain; establishing standard costs; developing and executing cost reduction strategies; analyzing market indices and negotiating pricing based on relevant cost drivers; forecasting cost impacts; managing and leading all commercial negotiations with suppliers; and problem-solving supply issues and recommending actions. Manages and fosters relationships with cross-functional departments to ensure collaborative, actionable interactions.

ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS:

• Lead and develop sourcing, category, and procurement strategies for the direct categories focused on mechanical areas, including but not limited to cost reduction initiatives, on-time delivery and quality improvements, supplier performance, and supplier consolidation/rationalization supporting manufacturing and field operations
• Understand total spend, pricing structure, commercial terms and trends for raw materials, purchased finished products, and manufactured assemblies with a particular knowledge of market dynamics and supply chain in electronics.
• Develop strategic electronics category roadmaps, which include identifying and developing new suppliers for potential savings capture and new product development opportunities.
• Monitors overall supplier performance with assigned categories and develops & implements corrective action and recovery plans as required alongside Supplier Quality Engineering.

EDUCATION & EXPERIENCE:

• Bachelor’s degree: Engineering, Supply Chain Management, or Business Administration is required; Master’s/MBA preferred.
• 10+ years of strategic sourcing, procurement, and relevant category experience in direct spend, focus on mechanical domains.
• Ability to interact and negotiate with Key suppliers and internal stakeholders on key contracts and services while negotiating in complex and ever-changing environments.
• Certifications: Supply Chain Management, Purchasing, Six Sigma Green/Black Belt or PMP desired.
• Working knowledge of Microsoft Office (Power Point, Excel, Word, Visio), SAP, Oracle and/or Ariba.
• Deep understanding of strategic sourcing and procurement processes and strategies.
• Ability to work with ambiguous data and transform it into a clear story used for analysis and decision-making.

Provided they meet all eligibility requirement under the applicable plan documents, employees will be offered

• Medical, dental, and vision coverage
• Flexible spending accounts (FSA)
• Health savings account (HSA)
• Supplemental medical plans
• Company-paid short- and long-term disability insurance
• Company-paid basic life insurance and AD&D
• Optional life and AD&D coverage
• Optional spouse and dependent life insurance
• Identity theft monitoring
• Pet insurance
• Company-paid Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
• Tuition reimbursement
• 401(k) Retirement Savings Plan with company match: Employees can contribute a portion of their pay on a pre-tax or Roth basis. The company provides a dollar-for-dollar match on the first 5% contributed.

Additional benefits include:

• 15 days of vacation per year
• 11 paid holidays each calendar year (10 fixed, 1 floating)
• Paid sick leave, per company policy
• Up to six weeks of paid parental leave (available after successful completion of 90 days of full-time employment)

Eligibility requirements for these benefits will be controlled by applicable plan documents. This is intended to provide a general description of benefits and other compensation and is not a substitute for applicable plan documents or company policies.

TK Elevator is an equal opportunity employer and committed to diversity. Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to age, gender, race, color, religion, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, and veteran status or any other protected status required by applicable law.

Applicants with disabilities who require reasonable accommodation in connection with the application process are encouraged to email us directly at ElevatorJobs.ams@tkelevator.com or call 1-844-427-5461.