Indirect Category Manager - Services

Position OverviewInternational is seeking an Indirect Procurement Category Manager.The Indirect Category Manager - Services will develop and execute strategic sourcing strategies, drive cost optimization, lead supplier negotiations, and execute legal agreements. This role involves developing and maintaining strong relationships with key suppliers, ensuring optimal supplier performance that meet or exceeds requirements. The category manager will collaborate closely with internal stakeholders to understand business needs and drive early procurement involvement and compliance with procurement policies. The role plays an important part in coordinating global procurement strategies across our Traton and Volkswagen group of brands, leveraging global scale and best practices.ResponsibilitiesStrategic Sourcing: Develop and implement effective sourcing strategies to meet business needs and organizational goals.Cost Reduction: Identify and execute opportunities for cost savings and efficiency improvements.Contract Negotiation: Negotiate and maintain supplier agreements. Secure favorable terms and conditions through effective contract negotiations.Global Coordination: Align procurement strategies across different regions and business units within Traton and Volkswagen.Innovation and Sustainability: Drive initiatives that promote innovation and sustainability within the procurement process.Market Analysis: Research and benchmark market trends specific to your category to understand and effectively communicate cost drivers.Compliance: Ensure compliance with Procurement policies and procedures.Supplier Management: Build and maintain strong relationships with key suppliers to drive collaboration and continuous improvement to achieve high performance.Minimum RequirementsBachelor's degree and at least 2 years of purchasing/procurement experienceORMaster's degree and at least 1 year of purchasing/procurement experienceORAt least 5 years of purchasing/procurement experienceAdditional RequirementsQualified candidates, excluding current employees, must be legally authorized on an unrestricted basis (US Citizen, Legal Permanent Resident, Refugee or Asylee) to be employed in the United States. We do not anticipate providing employment related work sponsorship for this position (e.g., H-1B status)Desired SkillsExcellent collaboration skills, with the ability to work cross-functionally and manage relationships with cross functional team members and management.Effective communication skills, both verbal and written, with the ability to engage stakeholders and suppliers at all levels.Strong analytical and strategic thinking capabilities, including experience with spend analysis and sourcing strategies.High attention to detail, with a focus on accuracy in pricing, contracts, and item data.Ability to manage multiple categories and priorities in a fast-paced environment.Ability to present sourcing strategies and recommendations to leadership.Benefits and CompensationThis position offers competitive market-based compensation, along with a comprehensive benefits package designed to support employee wellbeing. You can learn more about the benefits offered for this position by visiting .The expected salary offered for this position will fall within the stated range, with the final offer based on the candidates' applicable skills, knowledge, and experience.Company OverviewAbout TRATONWith its brands Scania, MAN, International, and Volkswagen Truck & Bus, TRATON SE is the parent and holding company of the TRATON GROUP and one of the world’s leading commercial vehicle manufacturers. The Group’s product portfolio comprises trucks, buses, and light-duty commercial vehicles. “Transforming Transportation Together. For a sustainable world.”: this intention underlines the Company’s ambition to have a lasting and sustainable impact on the commercial vehicle business and on the Group’s commercial growth.About InternationalFrom a one-man company built on the world-changing invention of the McCormick reaper in 1831, to the 15,000-person-strong company we are today, few companies can lay claim to a history like International. Based in Lisle, Illinois, International Motors, LLC* creates solutions that deliver greater uptime and productivity to our customers throughout the full operation of our commercial vehicles. We build International® trucks and engines and IC Bus® school and commercial buses that are as tough and as smart as the people who drive them. We also develop Fleetrite® aftermarket parts. In everything we do, our vision is to accelerate the impact of sustainable mobility to create the cleaner, safer world we all deserve. As of 2021, we joined Scania, MAN and Volkswagen Truck & Bus in TRATON GROUP, a global champion of the truck and transport services industry. To learn more, visit International.com.*International Motors, LLC is d/b/a International Motors USA in Illinois, Missouri, New Jersey, Ohio, Texas, and Utah.EEO StatementWe are an Equal Opportunity Employer. We evaluate qualified applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, veteran status, and other legally protected characteristics.If you are a qualified individual with a disability and require a reasonable accommodation to access the online application system or participate in the interview process due to your disability, please email View email address on click.appcast.io to request assistance. Kindly specify Job Requisition Number / Job Title and Location in response. Otherwise, your request may not be considered.