Global Category Manager: Indirect Sourcing & Strategy

DRiV Incorporated; Southfield (MI); On-site; USD 120,000 - 165,000; Full time

Job summary

DRiV Incorporated is seeking a Category Manager, Global Business Services to lead global sourcing for indirect categories and deliver measurable savings. You will collaborate with business stakeholders, conduct RFx events, and manage supplier performance while providing hands-on category leadership.

The role combines strategic direction with tactical execution, reporting on savings, and ensuring continuity of supply across regions.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in a related field is required.
• 5+ years in procurement, strategic sourcing, or supplier management.
• Experience leading RFx processes, supplier evaluations, and negotiations.
• Strong analytical, communication, and stakeholder-management skills.
• Familiarity with procurement software and ERP/eSourcing tools.

Responsibilities

• Develop and implement global sourcing strategies for indirect categories.
• Lead RFx events from requirements to award and negotiate terms.
• Partner with Legal, Finance, Risk, and stakeholders on agreements.
• Manage supplier performance, risk, and contract renewals.
• Provide tactical leadership and coach team members.

Skills

Procurement experience

Sourcing strategy

Negotiation

Stakeholder management

Data analysis

Education

Bachelor's degree in supply chain management, purchasing, business administration, finance, operations, eng. or related field

Tools

MS Excel

MS Word

PowerPoint

ERP systems

eSourcing tools

Job description

DRiV Incorporated is seeking a Category Manager, Global Business Services to lead global sourcing for indirect categories and deliver measurable savings. You will collaborate with business stakeholders, conduct RFx events, and manage supplier performance while providing hands-on category leadership.

The role combines strategic direction with tactical execution, reporting on savings, and ensuring continuity of supply across regions.