Supply Chain Category Manager

UTLXAs a part of the global industrial organization Marmon Holdings—which is backed by Berkshire Hathaway—you’ll be doing things that matter, leading at every level, and winning a better way. We’re committed to making a positive impact on the world, providing you with diverse learning and working opportunities, and fostering a culture where everyone’s empowered to be their best.What sets Marmon apart?With 30,000 dedicated employees and 120+ innovative businesses, Marmon has made a global impact on keeping millions connected, healthy, and safe. When you join Marmon, you’re joining a winning team whose products help businesses and people operate at their best. Learn more about what winning means at Marmon and how we put our people, businesses, and clients in a position to become leaders.Looking for a rewarding career where you can make a difference? Join Marmon Rail, the leader in industrial rail shipping, delivering essential goods from crude oil to corn syrup.Marmon Rail Group / a Berkshire Hathaway organizationMarmon Rail delivers seamless industrial rail solutions from Railcars to RailyardsWith a team of more than 6,000 dedicated employees, Marmon Rail helps keep the global economy moving.Our products and services enable the safe and efficient delivery of essential commodities–from crude oil to corn syrup. Our unwavering customer focus, unparalleled expertise, and forward-thinking innovation with a best-in-class track record in safety, uptime, and throughput drive our commitment to providing the most comprehensive rail solutions.POSITION:LOCATION REQUIREMENT -THIS IS A HYBRID CORPORATE ROLE - MUST RESIDE WITHIN COMMUTING DISTANCE OF OUR CHICAGO HQ OFFICE FOR A MINIMUM 2 DAYS A WEEK IN OFFICE.Rail Group Category Manager, Indirect ProcurementDrive Strategic Sourcing. Optimize Spend. Create Enterprise Value.Are you a procurement leader who thrives on transforming spend into strategic advantage? We're seeking a Category Manager, Indirect Procurement to lead enterprise-wide sourcing strategies across diverse indirect spend categories while delivering measurable business impact.In this highly visible role, you'll partner with senior leaders across Operations, Finance, HR, IT, and Legal to optimize costs, strengthen supplier performance, and implement best-in-class procurement practices. If you're passionate about negotiations, analytics, supplier management, and influencing business strategy, we'd love to meet youWhat You'll DoLead Strategic Category ManagementDevelop and execute sourcing strategies across indirect categories including:MROFacilitiesLogistics ServicesProfessional ServicesCAPEXOther non-production goods and servicesDrive spend governance, supplier consolidation, and demand management initiatives.Deliver Significant Cost SavingsIdentify and execute cost reduction and cost avoidance opportunities.Lead complex sourcing events, RFPs, RFQs, negotiations, and contract renewals.Partner with Finance to align procurement strategies with budgets and forecasts.Build High-Performing Supplier PartnershipsEstablish supplier scorecards and performance metrics.Conduct Quarterly Business Reviews (QBRs).Drive accountability, service excellence, and continuous improvement across the supplier network.Leverage Data & AnalyticsUtilize procurement systems and tools such as Power BI and other analytics platforms.Create dashboards that provide visibility into spend, savings, supplier performance, and compliance.Turn insights into action and business results.What You Bring Bachelor's degree required; MBA preferred 7-10+ years of strategic sourcing or procurement experienceProven success managing large, complex indirect spend portfolios ($50M-$200M+) Expertise negotiating sophisticated service agreements, MSAs, and SOWs Strong financial acumen, cost modeling, and supplier management capabilities Ability to influence senior stakeholders and drive organizational change CPSM, ISM, or equivalent certification preferredWhy Join Us?Make a measurable impact on enterprise performancePartner directly with executive and functional leadershipLead transformational sourcing initiativesShape supplier strategy and business outcomesWork in a collaborative, data-driven environment where your expertise is valued and your results matterSuccess Looks LikeSignificant annual cost savings deliveredIncreased spend under managementImproved contract compliance and supplier performanceReduction in off-contract spendingEnhanced stakeholder satisfactionStronger payment terms and working capital outcomesReady to Make an Impact?If you're a strategic procurement professional who combines commercial acumen, analytical thinking, and exceptional relationship-building skills, apply today and help drive the future of indirect sourcing excellence. 🚀#ProcurementJobs #CategoryManager #StrategicSourcing #SupplyChain #IndirectProcurement #Purchasing #Leadership #CareerOpportunityCompensation range listed is in US DollarsPay Range:112,500.00 - 137,500.00We offer a comprehensive benefits package that may include medical, dental, vision, 401k matching, and more!Following receipt of a conditional offer of employment, candidates will be required to complete additional job-related screening processes as permitted or required by applicable law.We are an equal opportunity employer, and all applicants will be considered for employment without attention to their membership in any protected class. If you require any reasonable accommodation to complete your application or any part of the recruiting process, please email your request to View email address on click.appcast.io, and please be sure to include the title and the location of the position for which you are applying.SummaryLocation: Chicago, ILType: Full time