Job Description

Overview & Responsibilities
POSITION SUMMARY
The Category Manager is responsible for developing and executing sourcing strategies for outsourced machining, outsourced fabrication, and miscellaneous new suppliers. This role ensures supplier capabilities meet technical, quality, and delivery requirements while driving cost competitiveness and risk mitigation. The Category Manager partners with engineering, operations, quality, and supply chain teams to align supplier strategies with business needs, and actively develops new supplier relationships to support innovation and capacity expansion.
QUALIFICATIONS
Education: Bachelor's degree in Supply Chain Management, Engineering, Business or related field: MBA or advanced degree preferred
Experience: 8+ years in procurement/category management experience in machining, fabrication, or industrial supply chain
Proven experience finding and developing new suppliers and leading terms and conditions negotiations
Strong understanding of the full PO lifecycle, supplier negotiation, and material planning within an ERP environment (Oracle, SAP, or similar)
Knowledge of machining/fabrication processes and supplier capabilities preferred
Excellent interpersonal, organizational, and communication skills
Background in manufacturing, ideally turbomachinery, energy, or heavy industrial sectors
KEY RESPONSIBILITIES
Category Strategy & Management:
Develop and manage sourcing strategies for outsourced machining and fabrication services, as well as onboarding of miscellaneous new suppliers
Identify, qualify, and develop new outsourcing suppliers to expand capabilities, mitigate risk, and support business growth
Conduct market analysis and benchmarking to identify competitive suppliers and drive cost savings
Lead RFP's , RFQ's, and supplier selection processes for assigned categories
Lead all terms and conditions (T&C) negotiations with suppliers, ensuring favorable commercial and legal outcomes
Manage supplier negotiations for pricing, terms, and service level agreements
Supplier Relationship Management
Build and maintain strong partnerships with machining and fabrication suppliers, ensuring capacity, quality, and on-time delivery
Evaluate and qualify new suppliers, working with quality and engineering to meet standards
Monitor supplier performance, including delivery, quality, and responsiveness, and implement corrective actions as needed
Mitigate supply chain risks by diversifying supplier base and developing contingency plans
Cross-Functional Collaboration
Partner with engineering to align supplier with technical and innovation needs
Work with operations and planning team to forecast demand and align supplier capacity
Coordinate with quality teams to ensure supplier compliance with standards
Support finance and leadership in identifying and delivering cost savings
Governance, Risk, & Compliance
Ensure procurement activities align with corporate governance, compliance requirements, and ethical sourcing practices
Monitor supplier risk, develop contingency plans, and escalate issues as necessary
Drive adherence to procurement policies, processes, and systems across the team
Maintain transparency in supplier selection, evaluation, and contracting
Skills:
Strategic sourcing and category management expertise
Supplier identification, qualification, and development
Contract management and T&C negotiation skills
Proficiency in ERP systems (e.g., SAP, Oracle) and supply chain analytics
Strong cost modeling and data analysis capability
Proven leadership in building cohesive, high-performing teams
Ability to navigate ambiguity and adapt to changing priorities
Certifications: APICS CPIM, CSCP, or similar preferred but not required
Competencies
Strategic thinking & execution
Deep understanding of turbomachinery supply chain dynamics (e.g., turbines, compressors)
Ability to balance cost efficiency with quality and delivery requirements
Collaborative approach to working with internal stakeholders across functions
Commitment to EEE's values of innovation, integrity, and sustainability
Demonstrated ability to drive cultural change, build high-performing teams, and delivery continuous improvement
Change management and organizational transformation
Work Environment & Requirements
Standard office environment with occasional manufacturing site visits
Up to 20% domestic and international travel may be required
Ability to work in a fast-paced, matrixed organization with global stakeholders.
Equal Employment Opportunity
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