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Category Associate
Jlg Industries
24d ago
Intermediate (4-7 years), Junior (1-3 years)
Full Time
Leicester, England, United Kingdom
Onsite
Company Size
2,500 Employees
Service Specialisms
Engineering
Design
Technical Services
Construction Services
Consulting
Sector Specialisms
Construction
Industrial
Infrastructure
Buildings
Residential
Commercial
Energy
Utilities
Role
What you would be doing
supplier engagement
market trend analysis
supplier knowledge
category management
spend analysis
category research
The Category Associate role is a support position for the supply chain category management and new product development functions. This role supports the organization by gathering and manipulating spend and commodity data, in support of sourcing strategies and category management. The Category Associate conducts research and begins to understand how categories are internally organized and relate to the business.
- Develop supplier relationships management and engagement methodology.
- Develop an understanding for supply market trends.
- Develop knowledge of supplier through mentoring.
What you bring
bachelor’s degree
1+ years
critical thinking
microsoft office
data analytics
sourcing experience
- Minimum 1 year of experience in similar role.
- Critical thinking skills forming to connect the category data to the business.
- Strong organizational skills with exceptional follow through and attention to detail.
- Bachelor’s degree in Supply Chain Management or a related field.
- Ability to travel 10-20%.
- Connect with engineer/technical drawings and beginning stages of understand technical grammar and learning the language of the business/category/commodity, reading of technical drawings.
- Ability to effectively communicate.
- Knowledge of data analytics tools; data analytics in a specific commodity/category.
- Strong time-management and prioritization skills, able to multi-task and prioritize competing requirements and meet deadlines.
- Ability to work in a fast-paced environment where requirements are constantly changing.
- Ability to work in a team environment.
- Category sourcing experience within the manufacturing industry.
- Experience and proficiency with various web-based software applications including Microsoft Office Word, Excel, PowerPoint, SharePoint, etc.
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Company
Overview
1969 Founded
Year of Establishment
The company was established in 1969, marking the beginning of its legacy in the access industry.
World-Tallest Boom
Record-Breaking Innovation
The company has developed the world's tallest self-propelled boom, showcasing its commitment to innovation in aerial lifts.
First Electric Scissor Lift
Pioneering Technology
Introduced the first all-electric scissor lift, setting a new standard for efficiency and sustainability.
2006 Acquisition
Corporate Expansion
Acquired by Oshkosh Corporation in 2006, expanding its global reach and capabilities.
- Pioneered the access industry with boom lifts and scissor lifts, driving safety and productivity innovations.
- Evolved into a global brand offering electric, engine-powered and hybrid aerial platforms, telehandlers and mast lifts.
- Products serve diverse sectors—construction, agriculture, industrial maintenance, warehousing and concrete work.
- Manufactures in both the U.S. and internationally, with a lifecycle focus including training, parts and support.
- Serves contractors on steel erection, concrete placement and facility jobs with tailored access solutions.
- We are committed to the safety of our employees, customers, and the communities we serve.
- We act with honesty and adhere to the highest ethical standards in all we do.
- We drive innovation to create value and provide solutions for our customers.
- We strive to exceed customer expectations and create lasting relationships.
- We are committed to continuous improvement and operational excellence in everything we do.
Net-Zero by 2050
Carbon Emissions Goal
Aimed to remove all carbon emissions by the year 2050.
- Committed to reducing environmental impact through energy efficiency, waste reduction, and sustainable manufacturing practices.
- Focus on designing energy-efficient products and reducing carbon footprints in production processes.
- Utilizes renewable energy sources and has implemented waste diversion programs across facilities.
- Focused on reducing water usage in manufacturing operations.
Increasing Women in Leadership
Gender Diversity Metric
The company reports ongoing progress in elevating women to leadership positions, reflecting a strong commitment to gender equality.
- Committed to building an inclusive culture where diverse perspectives are valued.
- Has set clear goals for increasing diversity in leadership roles.
- Actively recruits diverse talent and fosters an inclusive work environment.
- Tracks diversity and inclusion metrics and works to enhance representation at all levels.
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