Global Category Strategy Lead - Cost Savings & Sourcing

G&W Electric; Romeoville (IL); On-site; USD 97,000 - 129,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, Dental and Vision Insurance

Short and Long-Term Disability

Life Insurance

Health club membership program and Re-

Employee Assistance Program

Tuition Reimbursement

401 (k)

Annual Profit Sharing

Vacation

Air-conditioned/heated state-of-the‑ar

Job summary

G&W Electric is seeking a Category Manager to lead global market analysis, sourcing strategies, and cost-reduction initiatives across multiple locations. You will develop category strategies, negotiate long-term agreements, and drive supplier consolidation to meet annual SC goals.

The role requires strong analytical and communication skills, experience in manufacturing procurement, and the ability to present to executives. A Bachelor’s degree is preferred and APICS/ISM certification is a plus.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s Degree (preferred).
• Previous experience in purchasing management/supply chain management in a manufacturing setting required.
• Experience in a “make to order” or “engineer to order” manufacturing environment preferred.
• APICS or ISM certification a plus.
• Experience with building presentations for an executive audience a plus.

Responsibilities

• Conduct local and global market analysis, market intelligence, sourcing strategies, etc.
• Responsible for implementation and development of cost reduction plans on a world-wide basis.
• Maintain and expand global sourcing opportunities and identify quality suppliers for multiple locations.
• Develop a category strategy with a 3-year plan covering price, performance and inventory.
• Develop cost savings approaches including negotiations, supplier consolidation and long term agreements/contracts.
• Execute approved strategies to achieve targeted annual cost savings.
• Monitor market conditions and adjust strategies as needed.
• Develop supplier reduction/consolidation strategies to meet annual goals.
• Conduct quarterly business reviews with category suppliers.

Skills

Strong analytical skills

Excellent communication skills

Strong computer skills

MS Word

MS Excel

MS PowerPoint

Education

Bachelor's Degree (preferred)

APICS or ISM certification a plus

Tools

MS Word

MS Excel

MS PowerPoint

Job description

G&W Electric is seeking a Category Manager to lead global market analysis, sourcing strategies, and cost-reduction initiatives across multiple locations. You will develop category strategies, negotiate long-term agreements, and drive supplier consolidation to meet annual SC goals.

The role requires strong analytical and communication skills, experience in manufacturing procurement, and the ability to present to executives. A Bachelor’s degree is preferred and APICS/ISM certification is a plus.