Job Description

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Position Overview
The Category Manager-Battery and Electrical Components is an integral part of the procurement team. The initial goal will be to gain a solid knowledge of the team's supply base, company, and procurement processes, and understanding of the roles and personnel of associated work groups inside International Motors.
As the Category Manager-Battery and Electrical Components you will be a member of a Category Management Team (CMT), which provides the opportunity to work cross functionally within International Motors interfacing with the product development engineering, program management, quality, manufacturing, risk management, finance, logistics, aftermarket parts, product pricing, supply chain and more.
As the Category Manager - Battery and Electrical Components, you will be responsible for managing an estimated spend of ~$200M. The category you will be responsible for includes electrical components and batteries for class 6 through 8 commercial trucks.
Demonstrating solid performance in this role will position you well for advancement into jobs of higher responsibility within International Motors Procurement.
Responsibilities

• Influencing internal and external stakeholders in the development and execution of strategy
• Cross functional collaboration
• Management of Cost Reduction projects
• Leading strategic sourcing activities for new programs and transfer business
• Supplier contract negotiations and administration
• Supplier performance management
• Working closely with the Best Cost Country Sourcing Team on projects and developing strategies for tail spend suppliers to effectively consolidate the supply base.

Minimum Requirements

• Bachelor's degree and at least 5 years of purchasing/procurement experience
• At least 1 years of lead experience

OR

• Master's degree and at least 3 years of purchasing/procurement experience
• At least 1 years of lead experience

OR

• At least 8 years of purchasing/procurement experience
• At least 1 years of lead experience

Additional Requirements
Qualified 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 Skills

• Analytical mindset and skills, including proficiency with Microsoft Excel
• Strong communication skills, written, verbal and presentation
• Strong interpersonal skills, ability to relate and work well with others
• Strong project management skills
• Attention to detail with ability to manage many items at one time effectively
• Experience in a large, multi-functional company
• Purchasing, engineering, manufacturing or quality experience
• Familiarity with manufacturing processes and key cost drivers
• Ability to read & understand prints and technical specifications is a plus

Benefits and Compensation
We provide a competitive total rewards package which ensures job satisfaction both on and off the job. We offer market-based compensation, health benefits, 401(k) match, tuition assistance, EAP, legal insurance, an employee discount program, and more.
For this position, the expected salary range will be commensurate with the candidate's applicable skills, knowledge and experience.
You can learn more about our comprehensive benefits package at .
Company Overview
ABOUT TRATON
With 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 INTERNATIONAL
From 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 Motors, LLC is d/b/a International Motors USA in Illinois, Missouri, New Jersey, Ohio, Texas, and Utah.
EEO Statement
We 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.
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