Category Manager

Overview

Oversee sourcing, contracts, and supplier performance for road, rail & intermodal logistics.

Key Responsibilities

• procurement strategy
• sourcing contracts
• supplier performance
• route management
• market intelligence
• contract negotiation

Tasks

-Develop category regional procurement strategy and subsequently manage the sourcing & contracting process for road, rail and intermodal logistic services in line with operations, supply chain and business requirements on service level, reliability and quality at optimal TCO -Reporting of category metrics, preparation of reports and presentations -Manage supplier performance; segment supplier base and routinely schedule and review suppliers’ KPI performance to ensure expectations are met and value is attained -Ensure all routes and rates are current and meet business requirements; ensure new lanes are quoted and contracted in a timely manner -Provide business relevant market information and trends to stakeholders -Lead contract negotiations and placement of contracts with value creation in mind for supply chain regional needs and manage assigned category contracts.

Requirements

• master degree
• sap
• english
• 10+ years
• negotiation
• supply chain

What You Bring

-Master Degree preferably in Economics / Supply Chain, Business Administration, or Bachelor degree plus extensive relevant training and experience -Strong SAP experience, with Ariba experience preferred -Fluent in English, with Spanish a plus -Strong critical thinking and decision quality -More than 10 years experience in procurement, supply chain, sourcing and contracting of Land and Intermodal Transportation Services, with a minimum of 7+ years’ experience in directly managing the procurement of Rail transportation and logistics service categories, including sourcing, contract negotiations and supplier management in the Americas -Internal engagement with Supply Chain Management, Operations, Procurement, Legal, HR, EHSS, Sustainability, and Finance -Demonstrated expert negotiation skills, people management skills, analytical skills, change management, cultural awareness, and style flexibility -Effective communication skills (written and verbal) across all business levels, sites, cross-national and cross-functional organizations

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About Trs Staffing Solutions

-Founded with a focus on providing world-class recruitment solutions to industries worldwide. -Specializes in connecting talent with companies in energy, infrastructure, and industrial sectors. -Has a proven track record of delivering expert staffing solutions for large-scale projects across the globe. -Serves a diverse range of industries, including energy, transportation, utilities, and construction. -Works on major infrastructure projects, including water treatment plants, power plants, and residential developments. -Provides both temporary and permanent staffing solutions, meeting client needs across various phases of projects. -Known for its deep understanding of technical sectors and providing candidates with the right skill sets. -Trusted by leading companies to supply both skilled and unskilled workers for mission-critical roles. -Has an extensive global reach, with offices in key markets across Europe, North America, and Asia.

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