Category Manager - Metal Fabrication & Sourcing

Epiroc; Dexter (MI); Remote; USD 105,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a forward-thinking company as a Category Manager, where your strategic sourcing expertise will drive innovation and efficiency. In this remote role, you'll collaborate with cross-functional teams to optimize procurement processes, ensuring compliance and cost-effectiveness. With a focus on metal fabrication and sub-assemblies, you'll lead initiatives that enhance supplier relationships and contribute to revenue growth. This is an exciting opportunity to make a significant impact in a dynamic and inclusive environment that values innovation and sustainability.

Benefits

Health Care Plans

Wellness Program

Employee Discounts

401(k) Plan

Tuition Reimbursement

Paid Vacation

Disability Insurance

Flexible Spending Accounts

Qualifications

• 5+ years in strategic sourcing or procurement with metal/steel categories.
• Strong understanding of contract types and compliance.

Responsibilities

• Develop and execute category strategies aligned with business goals.
• Lead full-cycle sourcing activities including negotiations and contract execution.

Skills

Negotiation Skills

Project Management

Analytical Skills

Stakeholder Engagement

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Supply Chain

Professional certifications (CIPS, CPSM, PMP)

Job description

United. Inspired.Performance unites us, innovation inspires us, and commitment drives us to keep moving forward.

Join Our Team as a Category Manager at Epiroc!

Epiroc is seeking a highly motivated and strategic Category Manager to join our Industrial Tools & Attachments- Sourcing & Procurement team. This key role will lead sourcing strategy and execution across various direct material categories, with a focus on metal fabrication, welded parts, finished goods, and sub-assemblies.

You will collaborate cross-functionally with engineering, project management, finance, operations, and legal teams to ensure timely, cost-effective, and compliant sourcing solutions that align with capital project and operational goals supporting and driving revenue growth for the business line.

Work Type : Remote

Responsibilities:

• Develop and execute category strategies aligned with business goals, project timelines, and global sourcing roadmaps.
• Lead full-cycle sourcing activities including market analysis, supplier selection, negotiations, and contract execution.
• Collaborate cross-functionally with operations, engineering, finance, supply chain, and legal to identify opportunities and drive procurement excellence.
• Optimize direct material costs (targeting 5% annual savings) through strategic sourcing, benchmarking, and value engineering.
• Monitor market trends, pricing, and risks to inform data-driven procurement decisions.
• Build and manage supplier relationships focused on performance, innovation, and long-term value.
• Lead initiatives such as make-vs-buy analysis, LCC sourcing, supplier relocation, and sustainability efforts.
• Ensure compliance with internal policies and external regulations while fostering a culture of accountability and continuous improvement.
• Support the creation and negotiation of standard contracts and supplier performance management through KPIs and scorecards.
• Travel (up to 5%) for supplier and multi-site visits

Salary Range: The salary for this position is between $105,000 and $120,000 annually, depending on experience and qualifications. This range reflects our commitment to fair pay based on skills, experience, and market standards.

Knowledge/Education:

• Bachelor’s degree in supply chain, business administration, or related field. Engineering degree is a plus.
• Minimum 5 years of experience in strategic sourcing or procurement, with strong knowledge of metal/steel categories.
• Strong understanding of contract types (e.g., safety stock agreements, consignment, MPAs).
• Solid analytical, program management, and problem-solving capabilities.
• Professional certifications such as CIPS, CPSM, or PMP are preferred.

Skills and Abilities:

• Proven negotiation skills and experience managing complex sourcing projects.
• Effective communicator with strong stakeholder engagement and project management skills.

For inquiries, please reach out to Holli [e-mail]

Epiroc offers rewarding experiences and professional growth opportunities.Recognition for your hard work includes:

• Benefits eligibility begins the 1st of the month after start date
• Health care eligibility - including medical, dental, vision, prescription and telemedicine
• Wellness program
• Employee discounts
• Short and long-term disability insurance
• Life and AD&D insurance
• Flexible Spending Accounts (FSAs) and Health Savings Account (HSA)
• Employee Assistance Program
• 401(k) plan
• Direct deposit
• Tuition reimbursement program
• Paid Vacation

All new thinkers are welcome.We are looking for candidates who want to develop, grow, and dare to think new. Innovation is an important part of our DNA. If you appreciate an environment where you get to think new and constantly evolve, you will thrive here.

About us.Epiroc is a global productivity partner for mining & construction customers and accelerates the transformation toward a sustainable society. With ground-breaking technology, we develop and provide innovative and safe equipment, such as drill rigs, rock excavation and construction equipment and tools for surface and underground applications. We also offer world-class service and other aftermarket support as well as solutions for automation, digitalization and electrification. Our global headquarters is based in Stockholm, Sweden and we have around 18,000 passionate employees supporting and collaborating with customers in over 150 countries around the world. Learn more at epirocgroup.com.

As a leading global manufacturer of industrial tools and attachments, our premium brands include Paladin,LaBounty, Pengo, Dubuis, and STANLEY which offer premier equipment and services in more than 200 productcategories.

We succeed in our core business because we are passionate innovators with courage to change.With collaboration and mutual confidence, teams and individuals trust and support each other’s abilities to offer solutions. Together, we lead the way to make mining and construction more sustainable.

Note: This job description is not intended to be an exhaustive list of all duties, responsibilities, or qualifications associated with the job. Employees are held accountable for all duties of the job.

Join us, and be part of a diverse, innovative and highly collaborative team.An inclusive workplace that allows people to thrive. Inclusion is foundational for our Epiroc culture. We want all our people to have a strong sense of belonging. As we work in diverse teams across geographies, cultures, and professional areas, inclusive behavior is something we expect from ourselves and each other. We are continually looking for ways to strengthen our inclusive culture.

A place where we all matter.Epiroc’s diversity approach is holistic, and our goal is to continue attracting, developing and retaining talented employees from diverse backgrounds, allowing us to benefit from a wide variety of experiences and perspectives.

Employment at Epiroc Industrial Tools and Attachments LLC is “at-will,” which means that either you or the company can terminate the employment relationship at any time, with or without prior notice, and for any reason not prohibited by statute, in accordance with state and federal guidelines. All employment is continued on that basis. No supervisor, manager or executive of the company, other than the General Manager in a signed writing, has any authority to alter the foregoing. Signature of this document serves as acknowledgment of receipt and does not create a contract of employment.

Epiroc Industrial Tools and Attachments LLC is an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, race, color, religion, national origin, disability, protected Veteran status, age, or any other characteristic protected by law.

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It all starts with people. The world needs metals and minerals for the energy transition and our cities and infrastructure must be developed to serve a growing population. To succeed, we need to speed up the shift towards more sustainable mining and construction industries. We at Epiroc accelerate this transformation, together with customers and business partners in more than 150 countries, by developing and providing innovative and safe equipment, digital solutions, and aftermarket support.

All new thinkers are welcome. We are looking for those who want to develop, grow, and dare to think new. In Epiroc we attract, develop, and retain diverse talent valuing authenticity and unique perspectives, driving our spirit of innovation. We foster an inclusive culture where diversity isn't just a goal but a part of our values and way of working. This is how we do business for a sustainable future. Learn more at www.epiroc.com