Category Manager - MRO

At Orion Steel Group LLC, our strength starts with our people! As a team we collaborate to solve problems, contribute ideas and challenge each other to ensure growth and ultimately success for the business and our employees.

Job Description and Responsibilities

The Category Manager, Maintenance, Repair and Operations (MRO) is responsible for developing sourcing strategies, driving supplier performance, and optimizing cost across a portfolio that includes Bearings & Parts, Rolls, Repairs, Machining and Safety Supplies. This role is pivotal in ensuring of continuity of critical MRO services while delivering bottom-line impact through supplier engagement, strategic sourcing initiatives, and total cost improvements across all North American operations.

Orion Steel is committed to maintaining and promoting a safe, healthy and injury-free environment.  It is required for all jobs.

• Lead the creation and implementation of multi-year category strategies that align with business goals and target improvements in cost, quality, and service.
• Own the MRO category portfolio, ensuring a competitive and resilient supply base that meets operational and commercial goals.
• Coordinate with local and regional stakeholders to drive alignment, adoption, and measurable operational impact.
• Manage end-to-end sourcing processes, including supplier identification, RFP development, negotiations, and contracting.
• Drive value through total cost of ownership (TCO) improvements, risk mitigation, and supplier consolidation.
• Collaborate with Legal and Finance teams to support contract development, internal approvals, and compliance tracking.
• Lead cross-functional teams involving Operations, Maintenance, Engineering, Logistics, and Finance to define KPIs and track supplier performance, ensuring procurement delivers measurable value beyond cost savings.
• Build and maintain effective relationships with key stakeholders to drive alignment, ensure continuous feedback, and support long-term category planning and execution.
• Drive stakeholder engagement throughout sourcing and implementation phases to ensure smooth adoption of contracts, compliance with negotiated terms, and realization of intended value.
• Build and manage supplier relationships through performance scorecards and structured business reviews.
• Leverage spend data, cost models, and market intelligence to identify opportunities, validate sourcing decisions, and track category performance.
• Partner with analytics and IT teams to build Power BI dashboards and reporting tools.
• Monitor and report on KPIs, including cost savings, supplier scorecards, and service level metrics.
• Monitor global and regional market trends, capacity shifts, input costs, and geopolitical risks that impact MRO categories.
• Performs other duties as they might be assigned

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in Supply Chain, Engineering, Manufacturing, or Business Administration required.
• CPSM or similar professional certification preferred. MBA is a plus.
• Minimum 5 years of experience in procurement, strategic sourcing, or category management in a heavy manufacturing environment.
• Proven success managing MRO categories or related industrial supply categories.
• Demonstrated ability to lead cross-functional teams and drive change in a matrixed organization.
• Experience in Steel, Metals, Mining or related industries preferred.
• Experience managing MRO spend portfolios of $50M+ is a plus.
• Strategic Sourcing & TCO Modeling
• Cross-Functional Leadership & Stakeholder Engagement
• Contract Development & Supplier Negotiations
• Supplier Performance Management & Score carding

Our total compensation package includes amazing benefits!

• Competitive wages and bonus opportunities
• Family medical, dental, and prescription coverage at minimal employee cost
• Short and long term disability programs
• Competitive retirement plans
• Flexible Spending and Health Savings Accounts
• Employer-provided and Voluntary Life Insurance options
• Paid vacation and recognized statutory holidays
• Apprenticeship and career advancement within the company
• Tuition reimbursement
• Wellness program

All applicants must be eligible to work in the USA.

While we thank all those who apply, only those being actively considered for employment will be contacted.

Equal Opportunity Employer

Orion Steel Group, L.L.C. is an Equal Opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability, or protected Veteran status.

Orion Steel Group, L.L.C. is committed to working with and providing reasonable accommodation to individuals with physical and mental disabilities.

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