Category Manager

EEO Statement Ingersoll Rand is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to age, ancestry, color, family or medical care leave, gender identity or expression, genetic information, marital status, medical condition, national origin, physical or mental disability, political affiliation, protected veteran status, race, religion, sex (including pregnancy), sexual orientation, or any other characteristic protected by applicable laws, regulations and ordinances. Job Title Category Manager Location Charlotte or Mocksville, NC (Onsite) About Us Imagine a company with technology leadership of over 160 years, yet it operates with the energy of a startup. Ingersoll Rand has dedicated itself to Making Life Better for its employees, customers, shareholders, and planets. We produce innovative and mission‑critical flow creation and life science technologies—from compressors to precision handling of liquids, gases, and powers—to increase industrial productivity, efficiency, and sustainability. Supported by over 80+ brands, our products are used in various end‑markets including life sciences, food and beverage, clean energy, industrial manufacturing, infrastructure, and more. Across the globe, we’re driving growth with an entrepreneurial spirit and ownership mindset. Job Overview At Ingersoll Rand, this is not a "check the box" category management role—it's a seat at the table during a pivotal moment of transformation. Based in Mocksville or Charlotte, this role sits at the intersection of strategy, influence, and execution, where deep‑spend analysis, market insight, and long‑term vision directly shape how the business performs. Step into a Category Manager role within our Compression Systems and Services division owning multiple commodities and serving as the business‑level category leader. Responsibilities Manage global and/or regional commodities: Identify and engage with internal stakeholders (engineering, regional procurement teams, product management, operations, quality) to capture commodity requirements and ensure supplier qualification and quality—partner with regional teams to efficiently transition suppliers as needed. Develop and execute detailed commodity strategy to include: assess opportunity for commodity—including spend segmentation, commodity maturity, cost drivers, and supply market analysis. Develop sourcing strategy for commodity detailing projects, sourcing levers, timing, resources, and expected benefits. Accountable for execution of sourcing projects, including continuous improvement, consolidation, etc. Define negotiation strategy—including supplier profiles, commercial negotiation targets, defining switching costs, and building Total Cost of Ownership (TCO) models: Conduct or support negotiations and supplier selection—accountable for contract lifecycle management and compliance. Deliver commodity productivity through price negotiations, supporting value analysis/value engineering projects (VA/VE or i2V) and other continuous improvement projects. Support supplier segmentation, Supplier Relationship Management (SRM), and quarterly supplier reviews for all strategic suppliers within the commodity. Support commodity continuity of supply—engage with plants to help teams resolve escalations. Support region/sector NPD procurement teams through preferred supplier programs and RFQs. Forecast, report, mitigate, and recover commodity inflation. Lead periodic commodity reviews—including updated projects, metrics, strategy, and countermeasures. Leverage supply chain analytics to identify pipeline opportunities. Requirements Bachelor’s Degree in Engineering, Supply Chain, Operations, Business, or relevant field. 8+ years of progressive experience across procurement, sourcing, consulting, buying, materials management, and/or analytical roles. 4+ years of demonstrated expertise in vendor negotiation and supplier evaluation, with a proven ability to assess performance and drive value. 4+ years’ experience coordinating, facilitating discussions, consultation and conflict resolution. Core Competencies Supply Chain Acumen—drives global development and execution of supply‑chain strategies for assigned components/services, optimizing quality, delivery, and cost. Global Business Thinking/Strategy—applies deep knowledge of global suppliers, industry trends, emerging markets, and technologies to develop forward‑looking strategies and playbooks. Project Management—reviews and approves project plans, oversees execution, and balances short‑ and long‑term priorities. Problem Solving—proactively identifies and anticipates risks, leads root‑cause analysis, and ensures robust corrective actions are implemented and sustained. Relationship Management—builds and maintains strong, collaborative relationships with cross‑functional partners, suppliers, and industry peers through consistent, professional communication. Supply Chain Analytics—utilizes business intelligence tools and ERP systems to analyze data, develop reporting, and drive actionable insights. Preferences Leadership experience. Engineering, manufacturing, or planning history. Plant or factory experience. Experience interacting closely with engineers/end customers. Travel and Work Arrangements Based onsite from either Charlotte or Mocksville, NC. Travel up to 30% to partner with manufacturing sites and suppliers on performance optimization and commercial alignment. What We Offer At Ingersoll Rand, we embrace a culture of personal ownership—taking responsibility for our company, our communities, and our environment, as well as our individual health and well‑being. Our comprehensive benefits package is designed to empower you with the tools and support necessary to take charge of your health, ensuring that together, we can continue to make life better. Our range of benefits includes health care options like medical and prescription plans, dental and vision coverage, alongside wellness programs. Additionally, we provide life insurance, a robust 401(k) plan, paid time off, and even an employee stock grant, among other offerings. #J-18808-Ljbffr