Global Category Manager

DescriptionAbout INNIO Group: INNIO Group is a global distributed energy solutions provider that delivers reliable, flexible, transient, decentralized, modular and efficient power. With a track record of innovation, INNIO designs, manufactures and services high‑performance power systems under its Jenbacher and Waukesha brands. The company delivers power for applications including data centers, microgrids, grid stabilization, industrial energy and gas compression. INNIO operates a global installed base across approximately 100 countries as of December 31, 2025, supported by a resilient, high‑margin services business that delivers long‑term, recurring revenues across the full equipment lifecycle. As electricity demand accelerates—driven by AI, electrification and grid constraints—INNIO enables scalable, behind‑the‑meter power generation with high efficiency, fast start capability, strong transient performance and fuel flexibility, including hydrogen‑ready solutions. INNIO employs over 5,000 people worldwide and is committed to moving energy forward. Position Overview: The Global Category Leader is responsible for developing, implementing, and executing global sourcing strategies for assigned categories and suppliers. This includes supplier selection, supplier management and development, contract agreements and ensuring excellent purchasing operations. Additionally, the Global Category Leader constantly drives continuous improvement initiatives in the field of transformation, processes, quality, cost effectiveness and internal coordination/communication, hence is to be considered an important change agent across INNIO. Delivering quantitative and qualitative, measurable, and felt value across INNIO, managing its supply base and 3rd party costs, is the ultimate attribute of this role. The Global Category Leader is strategic individual contributor role reporting directly to the Senior Procurement Manager. It is a hybrid work structure to include a combination of working days onsite at our headquarters in Waukesha, WI & remote from home. Primary Responsibilities: Develop and execute INNIO sourcing strategies for assigned categories and suppliersExcellent manufacturing processes understanding/acumen for assigned categoriesDevelop negotiation strategies and lead negotiations to achieve company OTD, quality, cost savings, and sustainability goalsLead supplier segmentation, selection, support supplier development and ensure high quality supplier relationship and operational managementManage and control CAPEX for assigned categoriesUnderstand business compliance requirements and drive opportunities to eliminate/minimize supply chain risksDrive sourcing initiatives including best cost country sourcing (BCC), productivity, rationalization of supply base, sole source reduction, lead time reduction, on-time delivery and quality improvements, Six Sigma/Lean requirements and cash flow improvements, total cost of ownership (TCO)Negotiate long term agreements with suppliers which outline our business strategy and requirementsProactive engagement and interface with business sourcing leaders and functional owners to lay out strategies, ensure business buy-in and ensure optimized internal coordination and communication; active facilitation of solution identification and implementationProactively support project/initiative leaders in NPI (New Product Introduction) and product cost out processes in order to contribute in achieving sourcing and business goalsAct as multiplayer and facilitator between supply base and INNIO businesses to actively enable innovation and collaborationDevelop and execute recovery plan for suppliers that fall short on expectationsOwn, drive and report progress/bottlenecks on Value Creation Plan (VCP) initiativesQualifications/Requirements: Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Supply Chain, Operations or Engineering from an accredited university/college or equivalent knowledge/experience5+ years working experience in strategic sourcing, procurement, supply chain or operations (preferred)Proven experience in project management and strategy developmentExcellent technical aptitude, complemented by strong business acumen, as well as influencing, negotiation, and facilitating skillsReciprocating engine knowledge/skills (preferred)Strong knowledge/skills in Microsoft Excel and PowerPoint; Oracle ERP experience is preferredStrong communication and presentation skills at all levelsStrong customer service mindset with ability to improve internal customer relationshipsEntrepreneurial, intrinsically motivated mindset with demonstrated ownership of responsibilitiesTeam player mentality and continuous improvement mindsetWillingness to travel at least 20% of the time to our global supply base#waukeshaINNIO offers a great work environment, professional development, challenging careers, and competitive compensation. INNIO is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Employment decisions are made without regard to race, color, religion, national or ethnic origin, gender (including pregnancy), sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, age, disability, veteran status or any other characteristics protected by law.