Category Specialist: Data-Driven Sourcing & Supply Chain

Oshkosh Corporation; Orlando (FL); On-site; USD 73,000 - 118,000; Full time

Job summary

Pierce Manufacturing, an Oshkosh company, is seeking a Category Specialist to support sourcing strategies and category management within supply chain. You will gather spend data, develop category research, and translate findings into value opportunities. You may lead sub-categories and collaborate across teams.

Ideal candidates hold a bachelor’s degree with 3+ years in supply chain and can travel 10–20%. Proficiency with data analytics tools and strong communication are valued as you help manage

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree with 3+ years in supply chain or related field.
• Ability to travel 10–20%.

Responsibilities

• Gather and manipulate spend and commodity data to support sourcing strategies.
• Develop category research using internal and external data.
• Interpret data trends and translate into value capture opportunities.
• Lead sub-categories and assist in long-term agreement negotiations.
• Identify and communicate supply chain risks.
• Understand category prices including total cost of ownership models.
• Support strategic sourcing processes and cross-functional collaboration.

Skills

Data gathering

Data analysis

Communication

Team collaboration

Time management

Multi-tasking

Education

Bachelor’s degree or equivalent

Tools

Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, SharePoint)

Job description

Pierce Manufacturing, an Oshkosh company, is seeking a Category Specialist to support sourcing strategies and category management within supply chain. You will gather spend data, develop category research, and translate findings into value opportunities. You may lead sub-categories and collaborate across teams.

Ideal candidates hold a bachelor’s degree with 3+ years in supply chain and can travel 10–20%. Proficiency with data analytics tools and strong communication are valued as you help manage