Global Indirect Category Leader

Excelitas Technologies Corp.

Pittsburgh (Allegheny County)

On-site

USD 120,000 - 160,000

Full time

11 days ago

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Job summary

Excelitas Technologies Corp. is seeking a Global Category Manager - Indirect to operate from our Pittsburgh, PA headquarters.

You will lead global category strategies, drive supplier evaluations, and negotiate terms to optimize total cost and service for our broad photonics portfolio. Ideal candidates possess 10+ years in strategic sourcing, strong financial modeling, and proven cross-functional leadership, with hands-on experience in SAP/Ariba/Coupa.

Qualifications

Bachelor's degree in business, supply chain, engineering, or related field (MBA preferred).
At least 10 years of strategic sourcing or procurement experience, preferably global.
Proven success in category management, supplier negotiations, and cross-functional leadership.
Strong analytical, financial modeling, and project management skills.
Excellent communication, influencing, and stakeholder engagement capabilities.
Experience with sourcing tools and ERP systems (SAP, Ariba, Coupa).

Responsibilities

Lead the development and execution of global category strategies based on market intelligence, business needs, and supplier capabilities.
Conduct detailed spend analysis, supply market assessments, and risk evaluations to provide best source of supply.
Responsibility for supplier selection using robust evaluation and selection process to provide best total cost of supply.
Lead complex negotiations to secure optimal commercial terms, service levels, and innovation opportunities.
Accountable for supplier performance against various performance measures including quality, total cost, delivery and responsiveness.
Providing escalation route for non-strategic suppliers through the wider procurement teams.
Partner with internal stakeholders to understand requirements and ensure alignment of sourcing strategies to support our customers.
Facilitate cross-functional sourcing teams and lead strategic sourcing events from RFI through to implementation.
Oversee contract development, execution, and lifecycle management.
Ensure compliance with internal policies, legal requirements, and ethical sourcing standards.
Track and report monthly on category performance metrics including cost savings, supplier performance, and risk mitigation.