Category Manager

Description

• Identification and leverage global supply base potential including R&D and test capabilities to improve Terex competitiveness in the market.
• Evaluation of risks within the category, develop and execute risk mitigation strategies and contingency plans.
• Maintenance of conduct consistent with company policy, operating procedures, accepted practices and applicable laws
• Development and implementation of global pricing structures, including material indexing mechanisms where necessary to maintain cost control.
• Development of policies to increase efficiency throughout the supply chain while ensuring safety, quality, and delivery continuity.
• Collaboration with other departments and stakeholders to identify and maintain resources needed to establish and provide a resilient and cost-effective supply chain.
• Support the aftermarket purchasing team with sourcing and strategic planning
• Develop sourcing plans for footprint moves, new product launches and engineering changes to ensure timely and orderly material and production flow transitions.
• Interpret engineering drawings and specifications to identify best fit suppliers for Running Gear & Hardware components and systems.
• Develop and implement strategies to improve visibility of manufacturing pipeline ensuring continuity of supply into Terex manufacturing facilities.
• Interface as the global relationship owner between Terex and global suppliers.
• Responsibility for the development and implementation of category strategies for Running Gear & Hardware.
• Development and management of relationships with key suppliers and negotiates company-wide contracts.

Requirements

• Excellent project management skills and used to work in global, cross-functional teams.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Understanding of Make versus Buy.
• Ability to thrive in a fast-paced, high-pressure environment.
• Bachelor's degree with focus on procurement, supply chain, engineering or equivalent combination of education and experience.
• Proven supplier management and negotiation skills; able to reach outcomes that gain the support and acceptance of all involved parties.
• Minimum of 5 years of experience in supply chain management or manufacturing
• Technical savvy and able to read technical drawings, specifications and applications.
• Knowledge of modular components and industry.
• Fluent in English (written and spoken)
• Strong problem-solving aptitude and excellent analytical skills plus high proficiency in MS Office products.
• Proven record of strong negotiation skills.
• Ability to work in US based Genie facility (hybrid schedule)
• Experience working with global supply base in manufacturing industry.
• Strong procurement and strategic sourcing background with focus on direct materials.
• Driver of continuous improvement and business simplification efforts., effectively building Terex for long term success.

Benefits

• We offer competitive salaries, health insurance (medical, dental, vision, Rx), life insurance, accidental death & dismemberment (AD&D), short-term and long-term disability, extended leave options, paid time off, company holidays, 401k matching, employee stock purchase plan, legal assistance, wellness programs, tuition reimbursement and discount programs.

Training + Development

Interview process

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Security clearance